Clinical Specialty Pharmacist
Ascension
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Description
- Responsibilities: Reviews and assesses medication orders to identify, prevent and resolve potential and actual drug related problems.
- Recommends formulary alternatives when appropriate.
- Compounds and dispenses medications for accurate delivery to patients. Provides drug information and education to medical staff and patients.
- Communicates with physicians and other clinicians as necessary to facilitate care.
- Oversees technical personnel who assist in the preparation, maintenance, and dispensing of medications and supplies.
- Assists with academic functions such as serving as a preceptor for pharmacy students. May float to provide coverage of pharmacy needs. Provides patient counseling when required.
Qualifications
Licensure / Certification / Registration
- Required Credential(s):
- Pharmacist obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Education
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in Pharmacy required. Master's degree or Doctorate of Pharmacy preferred.
Work Experience
- None required.
Additional Preferences:
- Must hold an active pharmacist license in the supporting state.
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
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About this role
Ascension's Clinical Specialty Pharmacist role in Baltimore combines direct patient care with clinical oversight and team leadership. You'll review medication orders to catch and resolve drug-related problems, recommend formulary alternatives, and counsel patients on their medications. The position also involves compounding and dispensing medications, providing drug information to medical staff, and communicating with physicians to support patient outcomes. You'll supervise technical pharmacy personnel and may float across departments to meet coverage needs.
This role suits a licensed pharmacist with at least a bachelor's degree in pharmacy—a master's or doctorate is preferred. No prior work experience is required, though you must hold an active pharmacist license in Maryland. The position includes opportunities to mentor pharmacy students as a preceptor, making it a good fit if you're interested in academic involvement alongside clinical practice. As part of Ascension's nonprofit Catholic health system, you'd be joining an organization of over 99,000 associates recognized for workplace culture and military-friendly policies.
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