Metabolic and Obesity Management Ambulatory Care Pharmacist
US-ID-Boise
careers
Req #: 100310
Type: Full-Time
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Overview:
At St. Luke's, we pride ourselves on fostering a workplace culture that values diversity, promotes collaboration, and prioritizes employee well-being. Our commitment to excellence in patient care extends to creating an environment where our team can thrive both personally and professionally. With opportunities for growth, competitive benefits, and a supportive community of colleagues, St. Luke's is truly a great place to work.
Are you ready to make a profound impact on patient care? We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Metabolic and Obesity Management Ambulatory Care Pharmacist to join our pioneering team. Here, you'll be at the forefront of integrated, accessible healthcare, making a difference in the lives of patients every day!
What Makes This Role Exciting
As an Ambulatory Care Pharmacist embedded in our multidisciplinary metabolic and obesity clinic, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of pharmacy practice. This is an opportunity to establish new clinical programs and lead the way in medication management within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. If you thrive on collaboration and patient-centered care, we want to hear from you!
What You Can Expect
Lead Patient-Centric Care: Provide direct, compassionate patient care as part of a multidisciplinary team ensuring every patient feels supported and understood.
Tailor Medication Therapy: Take the reins in initiating, adjusting, and discontinuing medications, crafting personalized treatment plans that optimize outcomes for each patient.
Proactive Monitoring: Order and monitor labs while performing limited physical assessments, keeping a close eye on patient progress and making timely adjustments as needed.
Chronic Condition Management: Become a key player in managing obesity and guiding patients to achieve their health goals.
Educate and Empower: Share your expertise through drug information and education for healthcare providers, ensuring they have the knowledge to support their patients effectively.
Collaborate Across Disciplines: Engage in shared visits with other providers, fostering a holistic approach to patient care that integrates multiple perspectives and expertise.
Enhance Patient Understanding: Conduct comprehensive medication education and provide engaging patient education, empowering individuals to take charge of their health journeys.
Why St. Luke's?
At St. Luke's, our Ambulatory Pharmacy Department includes pharmacists embedded across various specialties, such as primary care, cardiology, pediatrics, and more. You will be part of a collaborative network that values innovation and teamwork in enhancing patient care.
What We Offer
A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
A supportive and inclusive work environment focused on work-life balance.
Qualifications (Update to the standard language)
Idaho Pharmacist License
PharmD
BLS
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in independently managing chronic diseases.
Completion of PGY2 Ambulatory Care Residency OR completion of a PGY1 pharmacy residency program with ambulatory-focus OR equivalent ambulatory care experience.
Current Board Certification in Pharmacotherapy (BCPS), Ambulatory Care Pharmacy (BCACP), or similar.
Responsibilities:
The Pharmacist is responsible for the delivery of pharmaceutical care to patients and customers of the medical center.
* Review appropriateness of prescribed medication therapy.
* Provide medication information and consultation to patients, nurses and medical staff.
* Interpret prescriptions, compound and dispense medications.
* Supervise and authorize the work of technicians, externs, interns and support staff.
* Prepare and maintains all necessary records on medication therapy, prescriptions, patient charges, medical records and inventory.
* Perform cognitive clinical pharmacy services and document findings and actions in accordance with standards of the medical center.
* Administer medications as appropriate.
* Administer vaccinations as appropriate.
* May assist in the training of technicians, externs, interns, residents and other department staff.
* Serve as a role model and mentor to technicians, students, residents and new practitioners.
* Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
* Education: Degree from an accredited pharmacy program
* Experience: 0 years' experience
* Licenses/Certifications: Valid Pharmacist License in state of practice AND Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Certified through American Safety and Health Institute, American Heart Association, or American Red Cross.
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