Thank you for considering a career at Roper St. Francis Healthcare!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

7am-3:30pm

Roper St. Francis Berkeley Hospital: Expanding to Serve More

Our community is growing and so are we! Roper St. Francis Berkeley Hospital is doubling its bed capacity as part of a major expansion, set for completion in early 2026.

This growth will bring expanded services to emergency, cardiology, orthopedics, obstetrics, neurology, inpatient dialysis and additional specialties in our Medical Office Building.

We are proud to be a trusted place of hope, healing and support for our neighbors, families and friends. Ready to make a difference? Let’s build something together.

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist participates in clinical programs and initiatives >90% of the time with a consistency in schedule. The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist has received specialized training in their dedicated area of practice and ensures safe, rational, and cost-effective therapy in their respective practice area. The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist will act in compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, and standards as promulgated by Federal, State, and accrediting agencies or regulating bodies. The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist maintains established departmental policies and procedures while promoting department objectives.

Essential Job Functions __

• Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care to a focused population and serve as a subject matter expert in area of specialty

• Patient focused activities may include but are not limited to in-person/telephonic pharmaceutical care clinics or patient care areas, therapeutic drug monitoring programs, consult agreements and programs to support ministry and/or state-wide initiatives

• Lead clinical programs to improve patient care, optimize medication therapy and promote health and disease prevention

• Perform medication reviews and medication therapy management to ensure safe and appropriate use of medications and achieve defined patient care outcomes

• Identify and promote cost-containment efforts towards both medication utilization and best use of pharmacy resources

• Maintains proficiency in order processing and supports pharmacy operations in medication distribution and operational functions to facilitate accurate and timely medication availability

• Collaborate and communicate, both verbally and in writing, with pharmacy team members, other health care professionals, and leaders to deliver high-quality pharmaceutical services and enhance departmental and organizational programs

• Perform medication education to improve patient understanding and adherence consistent with department guidance

• Provide education to pharmacy staff and serve as a preceptor for students and residents as assigned

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Maintains current license for pharmacist in the state(s) where practicing (required)

Valid state issued ID (required)

BLS Certification (preferred)

Immunization Certified (preferred)

Education

Graduate of an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy with a BS or PharmD (required)

Advanced pharmacy degree – Doctor of Pharmacy, Masters, Residency (preferred)

Work Experience

Advanced knowledge and skills required to perform complex pharmacy functions; residency training or equivalent practice experience in associated pharmacy practice area or equivalent practice experience required to sit for Board certification in associated practice area (required)

PGY2 or 4 years of equivalent practice experience; Board Certification in associated pharmacy practice area (Ambulatory Care, Cardiology, Critical Care, Sterile Compounding or other practice area approved by the Board of Pharmacy Specialties or other certifying board) (preferred)

Training

Exhibit proficient use of all computer hardware and software (required)

Language

None

Patient Population

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Neonates (0-4 weeks)

Infant (1-12 months)

Pediatrics (1-12 years)

Adolescents (13-17 years)

Adults (18-64 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

General office environment.

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*

May have periods of constant interruptions.

Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

Prolonged periods of working alone.

* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Physical Requirements

Physical Demands

Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%

Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) X

Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) X

Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) X

Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) X

Stoop, Kneel X

Crawling X

Climbing X

Balance X

Bending X

Work Position

Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%

Sitting X

Walking X

Standing X

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

Physical Requirements

Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

Perform shift work

Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings

Reach above shoulder

Repetitive arm/hand movements

Finger Dexterity

Acuity – far

Acuity – near

Hazards Depth perception

Use of Latex products

Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Exposure to dust/fumes

Exposure to high pitched noises

Skills

Prepare medication products consistent with practice site requirements

Handle hazardous drugs

Knowledge of pharmacy operating systems and automation

Computer knowledge – MS Office, spreadsheets, PowerPoint®, drug databases

Subject matter expert for medications in area of practice, including adverse effects, interactions, proper dosing, monitoring parameters and cost

Regulatory compliance

Develop SMART goals and objectives

Utilize SBAR format

Provide medication education

Analytical skills - database management, data presentation, data and metrics interpreting

Work in a complex team environment

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Customer service for internal and external customers

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Coaching and mentoring

Organization

Stress management

Relationship building

Time-management

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

• Prescription drug coverage

• Flexible spending accounts

• Life insurance w/AD&D

• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

• Paid time off

• Educational Assistance

• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department:

SS Human Resources - Talent Acquisition

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@RSFH.com .