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Clinical Pharmacist-UCHC Northern Region

Rutgers University

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Recruitment/Posting Title Clinical Pharmacist-UCHC Northern Region
Job Category Staff & Executive – Medical (Clinical) – Pharmacology
Department UCHC-Ph-Edna Mahan Corr Facility
Overview  University Correctional Health Care (UCHC), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is dedicated to excellence in providing physical, mental health, dental and sex offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal and juvenile justice systems in New Jersey. UCHC operates with a total budget of $150 million and approximately 1,100 staff serving roughly 20,500 inmates in twelve adult correctional facilities, 400 residents in fourteen JJC locations, and 1,000 individuals in ten state parole board offices.
We are committed to being a leader in the delivery of effective, compassionate and accessible care informed by research within correctional environments.
We Care. We Teach. We Heal. We Improve.
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. Established in 1766 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world. 
Posting Summary Under the direction of the UCHC Director of Pharmacy, the Clinical Pharmacist Specialist is responsible for University Correctional Health Care (UCHC) clinical pharmaceutical services and monitoring clinical guidelines with New
Jersey Department of Corrections (NJDOC)
Ensures standards of professional and ethical practice in the provision of pharmaceutical services within the institution are maintained. Represents the Director of Pharmacy when necessary.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:

  • Provides clinical pharmacy services for optimal cost-effective patient care.
  • Reviews physician orders to determine therapeutic rationale and appropriate patient regimens. Complete polypharmacy reviews and laboratory monitoring.
  • Provides and directs clinical intervention programs to enhance medication selection, administration, and dosing.
  • Monitors performance of clinical initiatives. Maintain formulary compliance through cost analysis and adherence to clinical guidelines.
  • Reviews existing clinical services and develops new guidelines as part of performance improvement that targets optimal medication therapies and patient outcomes

Position Status Full Time
Hours Per Week 37.50
Daily Work Shift Day
Work Arrangement This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.
FLSA Exempt
Grade 38S
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary 123321.000
Annual Mid Range Salary 149369.000
Annual Maximum Salary 178874.000
Standard Hours 37.50
Union Description HPAE, Local 5094
Payroll Designation PeopleSoft
Benefits Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview .
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment Staff – 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Graduate of an accredited College of Pharmacy with a minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy.
  • Current, unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in the State of NJ.
  • At least three (3) years of Pharmacist experience with enhanced clinical responsibilities or successful completion of a PGY1 pharmacy residency and/or demonstrated knowledge to perform the essential duties of the job.
  • A valid driver’s license is required and must possess own vehicle.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s Degree or Doctorate in Pharmacy (Pharm D.) Degree preferred.
  • Knowledge of various drug distribution systems is preferred. 
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number 24ST0135
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus Off Campus
City Northern Region
State NJ
Location Details Northern Region of NJ

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees , Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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