Job Information
RWJBarnabas Health Geriatrics Clinical Specialist in Livingston, New Jersey
Geriatrics Clinical SpecialistReq #:46008
Category:Pharmacy
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center
Department:Pharmacy
Location:
Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr, 94 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039
Job Overview:
This is a Geriatrics Clinical Specialist Pharmacist role based within the Pharmacy for Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center. Located in Livingston, NJ, come join one of the best hospitals in New Jersey!
Qualifications:
Required:
Registration in New Jersey as a pharmacist; current New Jersey licensure required
Registration in New Jersey as a licensed pharmacist immunizer
Completion of course at an accredited School of Pharmacy, with a degree of Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD
PGY1 residency program completion or equivalent experience
Geriatric Pharmacy Specialty Certification- BCGP- within one year of employment
BLS and ACLS required within six months of employment
Preferred:
- PGY2 residency in Geriatrics or equivalent experience preferred
Scheduling Requirements:
Days, 37.5 hours/week
Full-Time Schedule
Essential Functions:
Assumes role of drug information provider to all members of the health care team specific to the geriatric population.
Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, workshops, in-service meetings, etc.
Monitors specific medication prescribing in accordance with established drug usage criteria, prior to dispensing, as defined by the Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee.
Provide focused pharmaceutical care through inpatient rounding with the geriatrics service or development of geriatric syndrome related clinical services
Provides educational rotation for both PGY1 and PGY2 residents as required
Facilitates PGY1 and PGY2 resident research projects as required
Provides one clinical presentation per year related to geriatric pharmacy.
Provides consults and educates patients regarding their medications for acute disease state management and chronic conditions.
Utilizes the medication screening process to ensure medication orders are complete, appropriate, within legal parameters and prioritized.
Participates in the Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center Palliative Care Steering Committee
Participates in the RWJBarnabas Health Geriatrics Corporate Collaborative
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer