Clinical Pharmacist

As a Clinical Pharmacist at Saint Joseph Health System, you'll be responsible for a wide range of services, including inpatient and outpatient infusion, therapeutic drug monitoring, and drug regimen reviews. You'll also play a vital role in educating both patients and healthcare staff, engaging with medical personnel, and participating in resident teaching. These responsibilities ensure optimal medication management and patient outcomes.

To qualify for the Clinical Pharmacist position at Saint Joseph Health System, you need to possess a PharmD or a B.S. in pharmacy, along with a valid Indiana Pharmacy License. A residency is preferred, though not necessary. Successful completion of a foreign pharmacy equivalency exam is also accepted for international graduates.

Saint Joseph Health System provides a comprehensive benefits package for its Clinical Pharmacists, starting from your first day of employment. This includes coverage for medical, dental, and vision, generous paid time off, daily pay, retirement savings with an employer match, and reimbursement for tuition and professional development. Plus, there’s an enticing sign-on bonus of $10,000!

If you choose to be a Clinical Pharmacist at Saint Joseph Health System, you will work full-time on an evening shift, specifically from 4 pm to 2:30 am, with a unique schedule of 7 days on followed by 7 days off. This structure allows for ample rest, ensuring work-life balance.

Diversity and inclusion are pivotal at Saint Joseph Health System. The organization embraces varied backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, fostering an inclusive environment that enhances team collaboration and patient care. Every Clinical Pharmacist is encouraged to bring their authentic self to work, ensuring quality, accessible care.

In your response, emphasize the importance of thorough patient assessments and utilizing clinical decision support tools to identify potential drug interactions. Highlight your ability to collaborate with healthcare teams to optimize medication plans.

Share specific instances where you monitored therapeutic drug levels and adjusted dosages accordingly. Discuss how your interventions improved patient outcomes, demonstrating your analytical and decision-making skills.

Highlight your methods for engaging patients in conversations about their medications, such as using layman's terms, assessing understanding, and encouraging questions. Stress the importance of adapting education based on individual patient needs.

Use a STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) to outline a specific example. Emphasize your communication skills and ability to remain calm under pressure while ensuring the patient received proper care and support.

Discuss your commitment to continuous learning through attending conferences, participating in relevant workshops, and accessing medical journals. Mention any professional associations you are part of, and how this knowledge benefits your practice.

Provide examples of multi-disciplinary teamwork where you contributed as a Clinical Pharmacist. Highlight how your input influenced treatment decisions and enhanced patient care, illustrating your ability to foster teamwork.

Explain how you utilize pharmacy management systems and electronic health records to track medication usage, patient profiles, and ensure safety. Highlight your adaptability to new technologies that improve workflow and patient safety.

Discuss key qualities such as strong communication skills, attention to detail, empathy, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Emphasize how these traits have helped you succeed in previous roles.

Describe your systematic approach to investigating discrepancies, including reviewing patient records, communicating with the prescribing physician, and documenting the resolution process to ensure patient safety.

Express your alignment with the mission and values of Saint Joseph Health System. Share your passion for providing top-quality healthcare, and how you believe you can contribute to their commitment to diversity and quality care.