Founded in 1797, the Spring Grove Hospital Center is the second oldest, continuously operating psychiatric hospital in the United States. Operated by the Maryland Department of Health, the hospital is a 397-bed psychiatric facility serving involuntarily committed and forensic patients. This position is responsible for compounding and dispensing medications and pharmaceuticals to patients and performs other related pharmacy services.

Established in 1841, the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy (UMSOP) is the fourth oldest school of pharmacy in the United States. As a leader in pharmacy education, scientific discovery, patient care, and community engagement; the School conducts cutting-edge research and engages in a wide variety of professional practice activities to improve the health and well-being of citizens in the state of Maryland and beyond.

BENEFITS (Exempt Regular):

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

Employees whose job duties require them to work in clinical settings or at clinical or field sites continue to be subject to the vaccine requirements of those sites. This position is required to be vaccinated against COVID-19. For additional information on protocols and exemptions, please visit the COVID-19 website.

UMB CORE VALUES:

Respect & Integrity, Well-Being & Sustainability, Equity & Justice, and Innovation & Discovery

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY

We believe every person brings with them unique strengths, experiences, and perspectives and we value these differences. One of our best opportunities to deliver a workplace that is diverse, inclusive, and focused on equality is to hire candidates who share these values.

The successful candidate for this position will be able to describe and demonstrate their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness as well as how they contribute to a respectful, positive workplace.

PRIMARY DUTIES

• Direct all pharmacy activities, including clinical services, performance improvement, dispensing, and the purchasing, receipt, and storage of pharmaceuticals. Collaborates with upper-level administrators and other directors within the business unit and throughout the campus in order to ensure the deliverance of high-quality pharmacy services and safe, effective and appropriate medication treatment.

• Prepare medications by reviewing and interpreting physician orders. Detect therapeutic incompatibilities. Dispense medication by compounding, packaging, and labeling pharmaceuticals.

• Develop, recommend, and implement policies and procedures concerning quality assurance, security of controlled substances, disposal of hazardous waste drugs, maintenance of inventory, and record keeping to meet the changing needs and requirements and enforce standards.

• Partner management on a regular basis in setting strategic goals/objectives and budgets, and/or in fostering improvements in policies/procedures for the entire department.

• Consult with and advise medical staff regarding drugs and pharmaceuticals.

• Direct all aspects of departmental functions in order to maintain their efficient operation.

• Direct performance improvement processes related to medication treatment including medication use evaluation, adverse event monitoring and medication error monitoring.

• Direct program development and improvement initiatives and a member of multidisciplinary committees or teams. Communicate with prescribers to obtain clear prescriptions by confirming the dosage and formulation to ensure patient's safety. Collaborate with physicians to discuss drug options and incompatibility issues with patient prescriptions.

• Ensure efficient recruitment/interviewing and training functions to continually review strengths and weaknesses in maintaining a staff of well-trained, highly involved, and motivated employees.

• Direct the stocking and inventory of drugs. Ensures drug rotation and removal of expired drugs from inventory.

• Maintain and nurture effective communication and partnerships by conferring with business unit and campus leadership on issues pertaining to the promotion and understanding of the departmental functions.

• Develop and maintain pharmacy department's budget, including cost containment and guarantee the efficient and effective operation of the pharmacy.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in pharmacy. Doctoral degree in pharmacy (PharmD) preferred.

Experience: Seven (7) years spent progressively building a background in the various pharmaceutical departmental functions.

Supervisory Experience: Two (2) years of experience in a management/leadership role.

Certification/Licensure: Board Certified Psychiatric Pharmacist (BCPP) or Board Certified Geriatric (BCGP) or eligibility preferred.

Other: Current Maryland licensure in good standing to practice as a pharmacist or a federal district licensure where the work will be performed upon hire. Candidates selected for employment may be subject to medical inquiries and/or medical examinations to determine ability to perform the job. Employees in this job class may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.

Note: This position is considered essential to the daily operations within the School of Pharmacy (SOP) and Mental Health Program (PSHOR) to provide an advanced level of clinical services at the professional level focusing on medication use in patients and populations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of position requirements, applicable regulation, and law.

• Comprehensive knowledge of pharmaceuticals, their indications, interactions, and potential side effects.

• Skill in the effective use of applicable technology/systems.

• Knowledge of relevant accreditation and certification requirements.

• Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts.

• Demonstrate effective communication skills with people at all levels, working cooperatively with others and independently.

• Excellent organization and time management skills.

• Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

HIRING RANGE: $146,000 - $169,000, commensurate with education and experience.

UMB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law or policy. For assistance related to employment, please contact the Staffing department at HRJobs@umaryland.edu.

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact HRDiversity@umaryland.edu. Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information.

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