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Description Medication Safety Pharmacist Coordinator Location: UCHealth Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion, Aurora, CO Department: Pharmacy Inpatient Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Days Pay: $64.68 - $90.55 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option Summary: The Medication Safety Coordinator serves as a key leader driving a culture of safety and continuous improvement in medication use across the UCH hospital. This role directs the review, triage, and resolution of reported medication safety events, ensuring timely follow-up by designated pharmacy stakeholders and maintaining comprehensive documentation of interventions and loop closures. With a strategic, data-driven, and systems-oriented approach, the coordinator proactively identifies emerging safety trends and leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of process improvement initiatives to reduce risk and enhance medication safety. In partnership with the Manager of Quality and Medication Use Systems and the medication safety and quality pharmacist, the coordinator champions the local execution of system-level medication safety strategies, aligning them with regional goals. Core responsibilities include leading pharmacy case reviews, Root Cause Analyses (RCAs), and Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (FMEAs) related to medication management. The coordinator serves as a primary consultant and decision-maker on safety issues, ensuring safeguards are embedded from design through implementation during workflow changes or policy updates. Additionally, the Medication Safety Coordinator drives education and communication efforts, presenting safety trends and mitigation strategies to local and system committees, aligning nursing and pharmacy education initiatives, and mentoring pharmacy students and residents to cultivate strong medication safety practices within the profession. Requirements: <ul><li>Bachelor's Degree of Pharmacy from an accredited school of pharmacy.</li><li>State licensure as a Pharmacist.</li><li>2 years post graduate experience.</li></ul> Responsibilities: <ul><li>Review of medication safety events reported through the identified reporting system and task appropriate designated pharmacy stakeholders for follow-up as needed. </li><li>Identify trends in medication safety events and possible opportunities for process improvement projects at xxx region.</li><li>Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop action plans to address safety concerns </li><li>Track appropriate follow-up and loop closure on significant medication safety events in collaboration with the Manager of Quality and Medication Use Systems </li><li>Serve as a consultant for medication safety to ensure safeguards are proactively embedded in processes and workflow changes. </li><li>Collaborate with medication safety team members and throughout the system on projects and initiatives</li><li>Facilitate the operationalization of the system medication safety strategy locally in collaboration with the Manager of Quality and Medication Use Systems</li><li>Participation in Collabortive Case Reviews (CCRs), medication-related RCAs, and FMEAs focused on medication management opportunities in conjunction with the Manager of Quality and Medication Use Systems</li><li>Presents medication safety trends and action plans to the System Medication Safety Subcommittee, the local Medication Safety Subcommittee, and/or other pertinent committees to share information and/or request input as needed </li><li>Collaborates with the nursing medication safety team members in education efforts to ensure that pharmacist medication safety is accurately represented </li><li>Supports students, PGY1 and PGY2 pharmacy residency programs through rotations and projects with the medication safety lens as applicable each year. </li><li>Proactively identifies and facilitates error-prevention strategies based on best practice standards, external error reports, and literature review</li></ul> Employees are our number one asset. UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program. * Recognition <ul><li>Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.</li><li>Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living. </li><li>Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive. </li></ul> Health and well-being <ul><li>Medical, dental and vision coverage.</li><li>Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.</li><li>Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.</li><li>Free Care.com membership.</li><li>Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.</li><li>Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.</li><li>Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.</li><li>Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.</li></ul> Retirement and savings <ul><li>403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.</li><li>Additional 457(b) plan may be available.</li><li>Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.</li></ul> Education and career growth <ul><li>UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.</li><ul><li>Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. </li><li>Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement. </li></ul><li>Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities. </li><li>Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.</li></ul> *Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours. We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives. UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified. UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization. Who We Are (uchealth.org)

University of Colorado Hospital Aurora CO Colorado Aurora, Colorado Compact States Allied Health Professional Pharmacist days UCHealth (Colorado) Job ID #436659. Posted job title: Coord Pharmacy Services Medication Safety UCHealth (Colorado)

Description Pharmacist Clinical Specialist - General Hematology Clinic Location: UCHealth Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion, Aurora, CO Department: UCH Amb HOPD Pharmacy (Oncology) Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Days Pay: $62.19 - $87.07 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option Summary: Coordinates comprehensive pharmaceutical and patient care for patients with benign hematologic disorders. Serves as the pharmacy clinical specialist for the benign hematology practice and works collaboratively with hematology providers and the interdisciplinary care team to optimize medication therapy, improve patient outcomes, and support safe, evidence-based, and cost-effective care. Provides cross-coverage for malignant hematology and cellular therapy clinic pharmacists as needed. Responsibilities: <ul><li>Develops, implements, and manages evidence-based medication therapy for patients with benign hematologic disorders in collaboration with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.</li><li>Provides comprehensive medication management for patients receiving disease- and drug-specific therapies, including assessment of treatment appropriateness, efficacy, safety, adherence, drug interactions, monitoring requirements, and supportive care needs.</li><li>Identifies high-risk patients and implements evidence-based interventions to optimize medication-related outcomes and prevent treatment-related complications.</li><li>Provides patient and caregiver education regarding medications, treatment plans, administration, adverse-effect management, adherence, monitoring, and supportive care.</li><li>In conjunction with a patient's healthcare provider, provides, delegates, and coordinates patient care, which may include medication initiation and adjustment, laboratory monitoring, point-of-care testing, and follow-up care within applicable scope of practice and collaborative practice agreements.</li><li>Serves as a medication and therapeutic resource for the benign hematology team and mentors pharmacy staff and learners in areas of clinical expertise.</li><li>Collaborates with specialty pharmacy, medication access, nursing, providers, and other stakeholders to facilitate timely initiation and continuation of therapy and address medication access barriers.</li><li>Develops and leads quality, safety, workflow, and affordability initiatives at the clinic, service-line, and department levels.</li><li>Documents clinical interventions and patient outcomes to support continuity of care, quality improvement, and evaluation of pharmacy services.</li><li>Participates in development and implementation of clinical guidelines, treatment pathways, protocols, order sets, and other medication-use processes relevant to hematology practice.</li><li>Participates in research, quality improvement initiatives, professional development activities, and interdisciplinary committees to evaluate and advance standards of hematologic care.</li><li>Provides cross-coverage for malignant hematology and cellular therapy clinical pharmacy services as needed.</li></ul> Requirements: <ul><li>Doctor of Pharmacy from an accredited school of Pharmacy.</li><li>State licensure as a Pharmacist and any relevant life support certification as determined at position level.</li><li>5 years specialty experience OR PGY1 or clinical fellowship completion with 3 years' pertinent work experience OR Pertinent PGY2 completion.</li></ul> Preferred: <ul><li>PGY2 residency training in oncology or another relevant specialty.</li><li>Board certification in oncology pharmacy or another applicable specialty.</li><li>Experience providing direct patient care in benign hematology, hematology/oncology, or an ambulatory hematology practice.</li><li>Experience with collaborative drug therapy management, patient education, specialty medications, and medication access processes.</li></ul> Employees are our number one asset. UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program. * Recognition <ul><li>Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.</li><li>Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living. </li><li>Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive. </li></ul> Health and well-being <ul><li>Medical, dental and vision coverage.</li><li>Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.</li><li>Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.</li><li>Free Care.com membership.</li><li>Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.</li><li>Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.</li><li>Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.</li><li>Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.</li></ul> Retirement and savings <ul><li>403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.</li><li>Additional 457(b) plan may be available.</li><li>Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.</li></ul> Education and career growth <ul><li>UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.</li><ul><li>Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. </li><li>Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement. </li></ul><li>Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities. </li><li>Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.</li></ul> *Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours. We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives. UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified. UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when the do not impose an undue hardship on the organization. Who We Are (uchealth.org)

University of Colorado Hospital Aurora CO Colorado Aurora, Colorado Compact States Allied Health Professional Clinical Pharmacist days UCHealth (Colorado) Job ID #419931. Posted job title: Pharmacist Clinical Specialist Hematology UCHealth (Colorado)

Description Critical Care/Emergency Medicine Flex/PRN Clinical Pharmacist Location: UCHealth Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion, Aurora, CO Department: Pharmacy Inpatient Work Schedule: PRN, 0.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Flex Pay: $59.80 - $83.72 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option Summary Coordinates and provides comprehensive medication management to optimize medication use for critical care/emergency medicine patients. The Flex/PRN clinical pharmacist coordinates and provides pharmaceutical care to adult critical care patients and emergency medicine patients. The flex/PRN pharmacist will be expected to work 12 hours per month minimum, or 72 hours over 6 months. Flex/PRN pharmacy staff are also required to work one full shift every 90 days to maintain access to necessary clinical platforms. Flex/PRN pharmacists may work shifts 7 days a week, including day, evening, overnight, and weekends. The flex/PRN pharmacist will be in the ICU weekend and holiday rotation. Experience within the following critical care areas is preferred: Burn, Cardiothoracic ICU, Cardiovascular ICU, Medical ICU, Neuro/Neurosurgical ICU, and Surgical/Trauma ICU. Experience in emergency medicine is also preferred. Minimum Requirements: <ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy from an accredited school of Pharmacy. </li><li>State licensure as a Pharmacist and any relevant life support certification and/or relevant licensure/certification as determined at position level. </li></ul>Preferred: <ul><li>Completion of a PGY2 critical care residency or PGY2 emergency medicine residency preferred. </li></ul> At UCHealth, We Improve Lives Picture yourself on a dynamic team improving lives in the following way(s): <ul><li>Provides top of scope pharmacy support utilizing evidence-based protocols and best practices to promote safety at the point of care</li><li>Value and effectively partner with multidisciplinary team to achieve care outcomes </li><li>Prioritize wellness, a patient perspective and evidence-based practice </li><li>Model proficiency through precepting and mentoring those new to healthcare and/or UCHealth</li><li>Welcomes new knowledge in a fast-paced, innovative clinical environment </li><li>Contributes proactively to solutions to secure safety and quality at point of care</li></ul> Clinical Pharmacist: <ul><li>Ensure medications are prescribed, accurately dispensed, and administered according to best practices</li><li>Provide drug information and counseling to patients and caregivers regarding medication use, accurate dosage, potential side effects, and administration instructions</li><li>Stay current with updated medication formularies, new drug therapies, treatment protocols, and emerging medical research through continuous professional development and clinical education </li><li>Communicate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to facilitate collaborative care to ensure optimal outcomes</li></ul> Employees are our number one asset. UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program. * Recognition <ul><li>Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.</li><li>Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living. </li><li>Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive. </li></ul> Health and well-being <ul><li>Medical, dental and vision coverage.</li><li>Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.</li><li>Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.</li><li>Free Care.com membership.</li><li>Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.</li><li>Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.</li><li>Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.</li><li>Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.</li></ul> Retirement and savings <ul><li>403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.</li><li>Additional 457(b) plan may be available.</li><li>Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.</li></ul> Education and career growth <ul><li>UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.</li><ul><li>Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. </li><li>Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement. </li></ul><li>Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities. </li><li>Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.</li></ul> *Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours. We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives. UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified. UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization. Who We Are (uchealth.org)

University of Colorado Hospital Aurora CO Colorado Aurora, Colorado Compact States Allied Health Professional Pharmacist flexible UCHealth (Colorado) Job ID #439596. Posted job title: Pharmacist Inpatient Critical Care UCHealth (Colorado)

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