Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.SummaryCoordinates efforts related to clinical pharmacy initiatives. Provides support to the Therapeutics Committee in areas related to formulary management, medication use, and regulatory initiatives. Monitors and assesses the activity of the Clinical Staff Pharmacists, residents, and/or students and plays an active role in their ongoing development. Completes drug information requests and participates in educational efforts related to medication use. Identifies, organizes, and completes performance improvement projects related to medication use.Job DutiesEnsures quality of care through formulary and/or medication management and quality improvement projects.Evaluates patient medical profiles for appropriateness of medication therapy based upon patient specific medical history, age, and physical status, and makes/documents drug therapy recommendations.Monitors, evaluates, and guides the provision of pharmaceutical care through staff/resident/student development and education.Supports patient care functions of the network, especially in area of specialty.Demonstrates a continual enhancement of clinical knowledge, professional development, and promotion of the pharmacyprofession through training staff and/or students and residents.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's Degree Pharmacy orDoctorate Pharmacy1 year PGY-1 Residency PGY-2 Residency in Critical Care (Cardiology focus preferred)Ability to accurately dispense and/or monitor medications.Ability to work effectively in a team environment.Ability to make independent judgments under stressful situations at times.Knowledge of laws, regulations, and accreditation standards related to the distribution and control of scheduled and non-scheduled drugs and pharmacy security.BCPS - Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist - State of Pennsylvania within 2 YearsRP - Registered Pharmacist - State of PennsylvaniaPreferred QualificationsBCPS - Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist - State of Pennsylvania Upon HirePhysical DemandsLift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUYLehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.