Clinical Pharmacist - North Liberty Hospital

%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EUniversity of Iowa Health Care Medical Center North Liberty is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist who will provide pharmaceutical care services in clinical and operational roles within acute care and ambulatory care settings. The position will have rotating shifts, including weekdays, weekends, and evenings.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EThe pharmacist is involved in all aspects of patient care including, but not limited to therapeutic drug monitoring, order and prescription verification, oversight of the preparation and dispensing of sterile and non-sterile products, medication reconciliation, medication education, immunizations, and precepting learners. This position will collaborate on a daily basis with other members of the healthcare team.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EPosition Responsibilities:%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EMedication Preparation and Dispensing%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Col%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EOversee pharmacy technicians involved in the preparation and delivery of medication%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ESafely and accurately verify sterile and non-sterile compounded products following USP %26lt;800%26gt;, USP %26lt;797%26gt;, and USP %26lt;795%26gt; guidelines%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ECheck pre-packaged medications, automated dispensing cabinet batches, floorstock, emergency drug trays, and ambulance kits%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ETroubleshoot automation utilized in dispensing location%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EIdentify and assist in resolution of medication system issues%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EAssist with inventory control, including controlled substances%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EServe as a contact for medication distribution questions for members of the healthcare team%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ol%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EProvides Therapeutic Drug Monitoring (TDM)%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Col%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EComplete a comprehensive patient assessment which includes evaluation of the patient’s medications and patient’s medical history%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EEvaluate inpatient and clinic medication orders and prescriptions to ensure accuracy and appropriateness%3C/span%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EE.g. Indication for use, dose, route of administration, drug interactions, dose adjustments for organ dysfunction, physical and therapeutic incompatibilities, drug side effects and adverse reactions, presence of duplicate therapies, potential drug misuse or abuse, use of the most cost-effective therapy.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EAssure pharmacokinetic assessment of drug dosing for appropriate patients through:%3C/span%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EClinical assessment of patients%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EDevelopment of desired therapeutic goals%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EPreparation and communication of formal dosing.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ECommunicate with prescribers about patient medication needs%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EProvide drug information to other healthcare professionals%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EConfirm/clarify patient drug allergies noted in the medical record%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EComplete patient medication histories and reconcile home medications against the admission medications for inpatients%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EReview daily therapeutic monitoring information for all patients served by the patient care unit%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EIdentify high-risk medication therapy by defined admission criteria and review as appropriate%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EEvaluate patient compliance with prescribed medication therapy and identify problems that may lead to partial or non-compliance%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EUtilize appropriate resources and coordinate the resolution of financial concerns/burdens with Department financial counselors%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EComplete required competency exams as required by the department%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ol%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EDocuments All Patient Care Activities Performed%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EThe active participation by a pharmacist on the health care team requires efficient communication to all those participating in the care of patients via documentation within the patient medical record and on-line reporting systems.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Col%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EDocument medication error information into standard reporting system%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EIdentify, evaluate, and take steps to avoid adverse drug reactions for all patients%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EUpdate patient allergies and patient-specific height and weight information when needed%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EReview and ensure correct medication histories are entered into the medical record%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EProvide and document medication counseling to patients%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EDocument interventions with prescribers and other healthcare providers%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EDocument therapeutic drug monitoring assessments and medication dosing recommendations%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ol%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ECoordinates Patient Communications and Interactions%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EThe provision of pharmaceutical care requires that patients have an understanding of the services which they receive from a pharmacist. The pharmacist must participate in the care during an inpatient stay and in the outpatient setting, facilitate transitions of care, and ensure proper medication utilization.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Col%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EPerform medication history and reconcile home medications with inpatient orders%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EDiscuss drug allergy history%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EConduct patient teaching classes (where appropriate)%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EProvide medication counseling and answer patient questions%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ECommunicate with others to ensure appropriate continuity of care%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ol%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ESpearheads Patient Care Initiatives%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EThe pharmacist is the patient’s advocate for all efforts centering on drug therapy. The pharmacist must be in a position to positively influence therapeutic decisions which will affect patients and their care.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Col%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EReview and verify medication orders%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ERespond to medication questions from the inpatient unit or clinics%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ECoordinate discharge planning activities%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EFollow-up on medication system issues%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EServe on intra- and interdepartmental committees, task forces, and teams as required%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ol%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EThe pharmacist will also participate in hospital-wide programs intended to improve patient care (e.g., Medication Use Evaluation program, Adverse Drug Reaction Reporting Program, etc.).%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EProvides Educational Services%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EUniversity of Iowa Health Care is a teaching institution; therefore, the clinical pharmacist is responsible for the education of students, residents, fellow staff, other healthcare providers, and patients about drugs and their appropriate use. The clinical pharmacist shall serve as a role model for staff and students. The educational process crosses professional boundaries, as the clinical pharmacist interacts with and serves as an informational resource for other members of the health care team.%26nbsp; The clinical pharmacist takes great care to instruct all patients about the need for and appropriate use of prescribed medications. Examples of educational services may include:%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Col%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EServe as preceptor for pharmacy students and residents%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EPresent in-service educational programs to staff nurses, providers, and other members of the healthcare team%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EPresent at and/or participate in other educational programs sponsored by the Department of Pharmaceutical Care, the College of Pharmacy, other UI departments, and state and national organizations%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ECoordinate/conduct patient medication education classes (where appropriate)%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EServe as a mentor and role model for other pharmacists within the department%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ol%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EParticipates in Research%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EThe clinical pharmacist may participate in research activities, including providing support for Investigational Drug Service prescriptions and orders. This research may take many forms, including developmental, evaluative, and/or clinical research. It may be intradepartmental or interdisciplinary in format. The presentation and/or publication of research findings are encouraged.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EMaintain Compliance with all Competencies and Educational Requirements%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EThe clinical pharmacist must maintain compliance with all assigned competencies and requirements of the position.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ESchedule:%26nbsp;100%%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ESalary: %3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/pay-plans/seiu-pay-plan%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ESEIU Pay Plan | University Human Resources - The University of Iowa%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EHours:%26nbsp;Rotating schedule with evenings and weekends%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3ELocation:%26nbsp;Medical Center North Liberty%3C/span%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3EBenefits Highlights:%26nbsp;Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.%26nbsp;Complete information%26nbsp;regarding%26nbsp;the full benefits package may be viewed at:%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits%22 target=%22_blank%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12px;%22%3Ehttps://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22font-family:Arial;line-height:normal;margin-bottom:0in;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E

Educational Requirements:

• PharmD (Doctor of Pharmacy) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy degree

Experience Requirements:

• One (1) year of applicable pharmacy experience is required
• Current licensure by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy Examiners required upon hire
• Immunization Certification required within six (6) months of hire
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Job related experience with and/or commitment to service excellence

   

Desired Qualifications:

1. Satisfactory completion of an ASHP accredited PGY1 Residency in hospital pharmacy practice.
2. Health system pharmacy experience
3. One year of applicable pharmacy experience
4. Sterile and non-sterile compounding experience
5. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification or eligibility for completing BLS and ACLS certifications

 

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.  Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. 

Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. 

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. For questions, contact [email protected].

 

Job Details
Primary Location: Iowa City
Other Locations: North Liberty
Job: Patient Care Providers
Organization: Healthcare
Schedule: Regular
Job Type: Full-time
Travel: No
Job Posting: Oct 5, 2026, 7:06:29 PM