Clinical Pharmacist Specialist - Pediatric Cardiology

How to Apply

Applicants will only be considered after successful completion and submission of the following:

• Completed application via the UM Careers website
• Letter of Intent
• Updated curriculum vitae

Job Summary

To work as part of a team to assist in the development, implementation and monitoring of clinical pharmacy services in Pediatric Cardiology within the Pediatric Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit (PCTU) and Congenital Heart Center (CHC) in the inpatient setting; to ensure and promote the safe, rational, efficacious, and cost-effective use of drug therapy; to provide leadership for Pediatric Cardiology services including developing guidelines and policies, staff training activities, developing quality improvement processes, and to assist in the clinical training of staff, residents and students.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

For more information about the UMHS Department of Pharmacy Services, see our annual report at: https://www.medicine.umich.edu/dept/pharmacy/pharmacy-annual-report

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings
• Paid Time Off
• Opportunities to earn continuing education credits at in-house education programs

Responsibilities*

Patient Care

• Support pharmacy services for pediatric patients, with a clinical focus on Pediatric Cardiology
• Assure the appropriateness of medication therapy through:
• Review of medication orders for clinical appropriateness based on patient specific conditions and concomitant therapies.
• Compound and accurately dispense medications, intravenous solutions and related supplies
• Formulate, prepare, and maintain quality control of pharmaceutical preparations
• Check medication preparation and oversee delegated pharmacy services performed by pharmacy technicians
• Communication with prescribers and providers regarding appropriateness of drug therapy and patient response to therapy.
• Actively collaborate with the health care team designing, implementing and monitoring patient-specific pharmacotherapy; interviewing patients to obtain medication histories; counseling patients regarding proper drug dosage, administration, usage, and possible side effects; documenting pharmaceutical care activities
• Provide assistance as a member of patient care team ensuring accurate medication use and documentation of medication administration in situations such as cardiac arrests
• Assist in the development and implementation of new pharmacy services to support Michigan Medicine's goals and objectives
• Develop and implement quality improvement and process improvements to improve patient care and pharmacy services

Education

• Pharmacists serve as preceptors for Doctor of Pharmacy students on a variety of practice experiences including Introductory Pharmacy Patient Experiences (IPPEs) and Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experiences (APPEs), and may provide didactic education for pharmacy students
• Pharmacists serve as preceptors for pharmacy residents
• May assist in the development and provision of medication-related education and training programs

Research

• May conduct or participate in research, drug use projects, cost reduction/management initiatives, and quality improvement activities consistent with Michigan Medicine's goals and objectives
• Additional pharmacy and patient care services may include but are not limited to participation in appropriate hospital communities aligned with specialty services
• Develop and implement quality improvement and process improvements to improve patient care and pharmacy services
• SUPERVISION RECEIVED

This position will report to Pharmacy Manager- Children's and Women's Pharmacy Services

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Pharmacists provide functional supervision of technical staff, residents, and students working in their area including completion of job assignments and assuring adherence to institutional policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications*

• Doctor of Pharmacy Degree from an accredited College of Pharmacy or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Certificate of completion from a PGY-2 Specialty Residency in Pediatrics, fellowship, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience in Pediatrics
• Current licensure as a registered pharmacist by the State of Michigan Board of Pharmacy
• Michigan Controlled Substance License to practice pharmacy in the State of Michigan, or eligibility to become licensed within 60 days of employment start date
• Able to perform all of the Duties and Responsibilities
• Able to prioritize with accuracy and dependability
• Demonstrate and apply excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Effectively communicate with pharmacy team members, other healthcare professionals, employees, patients and visitors
• Accurately and efficiently interpret and process medication orders, labels, and documentation
• Some experience in clinical pharmacy practice is necessary.
• Some experience in didactic and clinical teaching, including undergraduate and postgraduate level courses is necessary.
• Possession of a state narcotics license is necessary
• Ability to meet all of the above qualifications and requirements with or without reasonable accommodation

Desired Qualifications*

• Pediatric cardiology experience desired
• Board of Pharmacy Specialties certification in specialty area (Pediatric Pharmacy).
• Ability to perform a variety of manual dexterity movements, including keyboarding and IV preparation, actively participating in codes.
• Fluency in reading, writing and speaking English.

Work Schedule

This schedule for this position includes day shift with a weekend and holiday rotation.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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Clinical Pharmacist Specialist - Pediatric Cardiology

Clinical Pharmacist Specialist

Full-Time

Regular

Exempt

Um Hospital

3/19/2026 - 4/18/2026