Medication Safety Pharmacist
Core
Leading medication-use safety initiatives, identifying and mitigating medication-related risks, and analyzing errors to develop prevention strategies at hospital centers.
Role type
Senior clinical pharmacist (medication safety)
Builds
Evidence-based strategies to prevent medication errors and adverse drug reactions
Domain
Healthcare / Hospital Pharmacy
Required skills
Pharmacist licensure, Basic Life Support certification, PGY-1/PGY-2 residency or 3+ years experience, Board certification in clinical field, drug therapy monitoring, medication error analysis, adverse drug reaction management, clinical rounds participation, policy development, staff supervision, regulatory compliance
Preferred skills
Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) from ACPE accredited school
Technologies
Clinical information systems, ISMP guidelines
Responsibilities
Monitor drug therapy by participating in medical rounds and evaluating medication regimens; analyze medication errors and near misses to develop prevention strategies; detect, report, and manage adverse drug reactions; supervise technicians in drug preparation; ensure compliance with medication safety procedures and drug distribution policies; educate medical, nursing, and pharmacy staff on best practices; document medication errors and unsafe conditions; participate in clinical research and quality assurance activities.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities