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Bon Secours Mercy Health Pharmacy Resident - Lorain Hospital in Lorain, Ohio
At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.
Pharmacy Resident – Lorain Hospital
Job Summary:
The PGY1 pharmacy residency program builds on Pharm.D. education and outcomes to develop clinical pharmacists responsible for the medication-related care of patients with a wide range of conditions. Residents are eligible for board certification through the Board of Pharmacy Specialties and PGY2 pharmacy residency training. Previous residents of the PGY1 Program obtained PGY2 positions in various specialties including Ambulatory Care and Infectious Diseases. Furthermore, residents fulfill their career goals by acquiring positions as clinical pharmacy specialists and pharmacists within the organization. Our residents train under qualified, experienced preceptors who prepare them for a career in pharmacy practice.
Essential Functions:
Understand all aspects of the medication use process in a complex health system.
Providing evidence-based, patient-centered medication therapy using an interdisciplinary approach
Demonstrate proficiency in providing pharmaceutical care for various patient populations.
Participate in pharmacy practice leadership activities to advance the profession.
Educate patients and health care providers on effective and safe drug use.
Incorporate medical informatics into the medication use process.
Other duties as assigned.
Education:
- Graduate Degree in Pharmacy or Pharm.D. (required)
Licensure/Certification:
- Current state licensure as a Pharmacist within three months of starting Program (required)
Skills & Abilities:
High level of analytical ability needed to interpret patient data relevant to drug therapy.
Interpersonal skills needed to interact effectively with patients and health care practitioners.
Possesses a comprehensive knowledge of: 1) general hospital and pharmacy procedures 2) Pharmaceutical procedures as they relate to storage, preparation, and dispensing of medication 3) Patient care as it relates to drug therapy
Mercy Health - About Us:
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
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
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'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . 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@mercy.com