Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - ED

The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist in the ED is responsible for planning, organizing, and optimizing specialized pharmaceutical care to improve patient outcomes in a defined area of clinical expertise. Provides direct patient care services, working collaboratively with interdisciplinary clinical teams to support acute and chronic disease management, medication therapy optimization, and safe transitions of care. Collaborates with pharmacy and unit leadership on staff training, clinical education, and the evaluation of pharmacy services across the continuum of care.

Participates in formulary reviews, medication use evaluations, and multidisciplinary initiatives. Acts as a clinical resource, promotes high standards of care, and fosters effective partnerships across departments, with a strong emphasis on patient-centered service.

Clinical Leadership & Patient Care: Leads and supports specialized pharmaceutical care within a defined area of clinical expertise. Monitors and optimizes medication therapy to improve patient outcomes across the continuum of care. Education & Mentorship: Provides clinical education to pharmacists, residents, students, and other interdisciplinary staff.

Develops training programs, precepts learners, and serves as a resource within the clinical team. Protocol & Formulary Management: Develops, implements, and evaluates clinical protocols and formulary items. Participates in formulary reviews, medication use evaluations, and ensures appropriate documentation of clinical actions.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to enhance medication processes, ensure safe practices, and support system-wide clinical initiatives. Quality Improvement & Safety: Engages in quality assurance and improvement projects. Monitors safety events, supports compliance with best practices, and leads efforts to optimize clinical outcomes.

Communication: Represents pharmacy on committees and project teams. Operational & Strategic Support: Assists with clinical scheduling, interviews, and onboarding of staff. Partners with other Clinical Specialists and pharmacy leadership to align services and address system-level needs.

Other duties as assigned. BENEFITSGenerous time off, tuition assistance, and comprehensive benefitsInstant access throughout the pay period with Tower Advance Pay, ensuring financial flexibility and convenienceEmployee Assistance Program, Retirement Savings Program, Life Insurance, and more! #STC#LI-AH1 QualificationsEducation RequirementsCompletes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role. Doctorate Degree or combination of relevant education & experience may be considered in lieu of Doctorate Degree Preferred Experience PGY2 residency ORPGY1 residency and equivalent relevant clinical pharmacy experience Certification and LicensurePharmacist License (PA Pharmacy License must be obtained within 90 days of hire)

• Collaborative SkillsComputer Skills to include use and navigationCustomer Service SkillsDetail OrientedExcellent Communications SkillsExcellent Interpersonal SkillsGood Reasoning SkillsLeadership SkillsListening SkillsMicrosoft Office ApplicationsMulti Line Telephone Operational SkillsMultitaskingOrganizational SkillsPrepare & Give PresentationsProblem Solving SkillsProject Management SkillsService OrientationStrong Team PlayerPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSAccording to The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization.Adequate to perform job duties in person and over the telephone.Must be able to communicate clearly in person and over the telephone.Must be able to accurately document pertinent information either by writing or typing.Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading information from printed sources and computer screens.PHYSICAL DEMANDSFrequently (34
• 66% of the day): Sit, Carry: less than 10 poundsOccasionally (0
• 33% of the day): Stand, Walk, Climb (steps, ladders, ramps, scaffolding, using feet/legs and/or hands/arms), Bend (at the waist; must have full use of legs and back muscles), Squat (bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine), Crawl, Kneel (bend at the knees to come to rest on knee or knees), Balance, Pushing/Pulling arm controls, Reach overhead, Reach chest height, Push: with at least 21
• 30 pounds of force, Floor lift: less than 10 pounds, Waist lift: less than 10 pounds, Above shoulder lift: less than 10 pounds, Push: with less than 10 pounds of force, Pull: with less than 10 pounds of force, Pull: with at least 21
• 30 pounds of forcePHYSICAL ENVIRONMENTMay be exposed to blood borne pathogens Low RiskMay be exposed to communicable diseases Low RiskOtherMay be exposed to dust, gas, fumes, steam, chemicals OverviewAbout St. Christopher's Hospital for Children St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties.St. Christopher's has more than 220 pediatric experts on staff, combining top-notch pediatric care with a wide array of pediatric specialties including Cardiology, Ear, Nose and Throat, Gastroenterology, Oncology, and Orthopedics. It houses the only Verified Pediatric Burn Center between New York City and Baltimore and is one of only three Level I Pediatric Trauma Centers in Pennsylvania. St. Christopher’s is a Magnet® designated hospital and was recognized as a Women’s Choice Award Best Children’s Hospital. In addition to its main location in Philadelphia, the hospital has a growing network of primary and specialty care locations throughout the Philadelphia suburbs and New Jersey so your child's health conditions can be treated close to home.Discover why our hospital is a great place to work—take a virtual tour of our facility here: St. Chris Virtual Tour