Clinical Pharmacist- Internal Medicine

Job Description

Join University of Chicago Medicine, as a Clinical Pharmacist in the Inpatient Pharmacy. In this role as a Clinical Pharmacist- Internal Medicine and Roosevelt Pharmacy School Shared Faculty, you will assume responsibility and accountability for the provision of safe, effective, and prompt medication therapy. The position is a shared position between the University of Chicago Medicine and Roosevelt University College of Science, Health and Pharmacy. Through various assignments within the department, they provide support of centralized and decentralized medication-use systems as well as deliver optimal medication therapy to patients with a broad range of disease states. The Inpatient Pharmacy is known for providing exceptional assistance when your medical needs may be complex and requires special knowledge when collaborating with your medical provider and insurance company. We are dedicated to providing you with the personal service necessary to ensure that you achieve the most benefit from your medical therapy. 

Eligible for a Sign-On Bonus up to $2,500

Job Summary

Responsible and accountable for the provision of safe and effective drug therapy and other pharmaceutical care services intended to achieve outcomes related to the cure, diagnosis or prevention of disease, elimination or reduction of patient’s symptoms, or arresting or slowing of a disease process, and improve a patient’s quality of life in collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team. Given the shared role between UCM and Roosevelt University, the Pharmacist should be present at the College around 30% of days and present at the Hospital around 70% of days throughout the year. The weekly schedule will vary based on the Pharmacist's teaching responsibilities. The weekly schedule should be coordinated in advance in accordance with the hospital's scheduling policies to ensure adequate Internal Medicine service coverage. The Pharmacist shall communicate this schedule to the College and to the clinical supervisor at UCM.

University of Chicago Medicine Essential Job Functions

• Maintains a standard of performance that is in compliance with Joint Commission, ASHP practice standards/guidelines, federal/state licensing acts, and UCH and Pharmaceutical Services Policies and Procedures
• Interprets, evaluates, and accurately dispenses all drug orders in the patient’s best interest as assessed by appropriateness of drug selection, contraindications, dose, side effects, drug interactions, food interactions, duration of therapy, route of administration, and cost
• Provides therapeutic monitoring of drug therapy including the monitoring of serum concentrations (i.e. vancomycin, aminoglycosides, phenytoin, digoxin, warfarin, etc.) and the adjustment of drug dosages based on a patient’s age, size, renal/hepatic function, severity of illness, and other patient specific characteristics
• Identifies, resolves and prevents potential and actual drug-related problems. Recommends rational therapeutic alternatives as needed to prevent future problems
• Participates in drug preparation and provides drug information in collaboration with the institution’s Cardiac Arrest Team during cardiac resuscitation
• Accurately checks medication orders that have been entered into the pharmacy computer system by the pharmacy technician: insuring that patient allergies, drug duplication, and drug interactions do not exist which contraindicate therapy and that the drug dose is correct. Enter orders directly into computer system if necessary
• Participates in the orientation, education, and mentoring of new staff (i.e. pharmacists, nurses, pharmacy technicians, etc.) as needed
• Performs other duties as requested by senior management

  Roosevelt University College of Science, Health and Pharmacy Essential Job Functions

• Academic duties of the Pharmacist shall be to serve as the course coordinator for one required course every academic year, provide at least 20-30 hours of lecture to pharmacy students every year, and to assist with teaching electives and facilitating rotations and exams as time allows.
• The Pharmacist will precept up to two Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) students per six-week rotation, up to five rotations/year.
• Service duties will include serving on at least one college committee, with additional participation in faculty governance as time allows.
• The Pharmacist will also be responsible for producing scholarly work consistent with the requirements set forth in the College's Appointment and Promotion Standards for the Pharmacy Program.

University of Chicago Medicine Required Qualifications 

• Graduate of an ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy
• Doctor of Pharmacy or other advanced degree highly preferred
• Eligible for licensure as a pharmacist in the state of Illinois (complete licensure process within 60 days of employment).
• Completion of an ASHP accredited PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency required or 3 plus years of hospital staffing experience. 

Roosevelt University College of Science, Health and Pharmacy Required Qualifications

•  For Appointment at Assistant Professor rank the candidate (1) must have a Pharm.D. degree, (2) must have a minimum of either three years of teaching and/or clinical experience or one year of post-graduate training, and (3) should also show evidence of a high level of competence in a specialty and demonstrate progress toward excellence in service, in addition to instruction, research, or practice (collectively, “Assistant NTT Rank requirements”).
• Possess superior clinical skills, demonstrate effective communication skills, a commitment to interprofessional practice and education, a record of excellence in didactic and experiential teaching, and interest in engaging in College and University faculty
• The candidate will demonstrate a commitment to professional collaboration and be dedicated to the core values of University and College including diversity and inclusivity, enlightenment and awareness, integrity and civility, adaptability and transformation, and knowledge and

 Preferred Qualifications 

• Advanced Degree, Masters of Science, MBA, or Doctor of Pharmacy highly preferred.
• Completion of an ASHP accredited residency PGY-2 IM residency is preferred.
• Extensive clinical experience and development may be considered in lieu of formal training

Position Details 

• Job Type/FTE: Full-time
• Shift:  Day
• Unit/Department: Inpatient Pharmacy 
• CBA Code: Non - Union

Why Join Us

We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.

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UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits.  The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.

The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.

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