Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Ambulatory Care/Cardiology (Myrtle Beach)
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Location: Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
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Job Description
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Ambulatory Care/Cardiology
Job Overview
As the Cardiology Clinic Pharmacist, you will work closely with our cardiology team to ensure that patients receive the appropriate medications, education, and counseling to manage their cardiovascular health. You will provide expert pharmaceutical care, assist with medication management, and collaborate with healthcare providers to optimize patient outcomes. This role combines clinical pharmacy expertise with a focus on cardiology, allowing you to make a direct impact on the lives of patients with heart disease and related conditions.
Key Responsibilities
Work Schedule: Full Time; 80 hours biweekly. This position will be assigned to the cardiology offices therefore will have to commute between Little River, SC and Myrtle Beach, SC.
Qualifications /Training:
PGY1, required
Ability to work independently, required
Licenses/Certifications/Registrations/Education:
Baccalaureate degree or PharmD Degree from an accredited school of pharmacy, required
Current, unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in the state of South Carolina
About Us
Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area. With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds, including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health.
About the Team
If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Clinical Pharmacy Specialist - Ambulatory Care/Cardiology
Job Overview
As the Cardiology Clinic Pharmacist, you will work closely with our cardiology team to ensure that patients receive the appropriate medications, education, and counseling to manage their cardiovascular health. You will provide expert pharmaceutical care, assist with medication management, and collaborate with healthcare providers to optimize patient outcomes. This role combines clinical pharmacy expertise with a focus on cardiology, allowing you to make a direct impact on the lives of patients with heart disease and related conditions.
Key Responsibilities
- Medication Management: Review and manage medication regimens for cardiology patients, ensuring safety, efficacy, and adherence to treatment protocols.
- Patient Counseling: Educate patients on their medications, including proper use, side effects, and potential interactions, focusing on cardiovascular drugs such as antihypertensives, anticoagulants, and lipid-lowering agents.
- Collaborative Care: Work closely with cardiologists, nurses, and other healthcare providers to create and adjust treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Clinical Support: Monitor patient progress, recommend appropriate medication adjustments, and assist with interpreting lab results to support clinical decisions.
- Education and Training: Provide ongoing education to staff and patients regarding new treatments, therapies, and guidelines in cardiovascular care.
- Pharmacovigilance: Monitor for adverse drug reactions and interactions, reporting findings as necessary.
- Patient Advocacy: Ensure that patients are well-informed about their medications, lifestyle modifications, and treatment options, encouraging adherence to prescribed regimens.
Work Schedule: Full Time; 80 hours biweekly. This position will be assigned to the cardiology offices therefore will have to commute between Little River, SC and Myrtle Beach, SC.
Qualifications /Training:
PGY1, required
Ability to work independently, required
Licenses/Certifications/Registrations/Education:
Baccalaureate degree or PharmD Degree from an accredited school of pharmacy, required
Current, unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in the state of South Carolina
About Us
Founded in 1906, McLeod Health is a locally owned and managed, not for profit organization supported by the strength of more than 900 members on its medical staff and more than 2,900 licensed nurses. McLeod Health is also composed of approximately 15,000 team members and more than 90 physician practices throughout its 18-county service area. With seven hospitals, McLeod Health operates three Health and Fitness Centers, a Sports Medicine and Outpatient Rehabilitation Center, Hospice and Home Health Services. The system currently has 988 licensed beds, including Hospice and Behavioral Health. The hospitals within McLeod Health include: McLeod Regional Medical Center, McLeod Health Dillon, McLeod Health Loris, McLeod Health Seacoast, McLeod Health Cheraw, McLeod Health Clarendon and McLeod Behavioral Health.
About the Team
If you would enjoy working in a dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to become part of a stellar team of professionals, we invite you to apply online today. We are an equal opportunity employer.