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Antimicrobial Clinical Standards & Stewardship Interventions: Lead the development, standardization, and evaluation of antimicrobial clinical standards and stewardship interventions, including ...

Riverside

$155K - $225K/yr

Antimicrobial Clinical Standards & Stewardship Interventions: Lead the development, standardization, and evaluation of antimicrobial clinical standards and stewardship interventions, including ...

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As of Jul 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for antimicrobial stewardship in the United States is $220,167.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $170,000.00 and $250,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Antimicrobial Stewardship job?

An Antimicrobial Stewardship job focuses on promoting the appropriate use of antimicrobials, such as antibiotics, to combat resistance and improve patient outcomes. Professionals in this field work in healthcare settings to develop policies, monitor prescribing patterns, and educate healthcare providers on best practices. They collaborate with infectious disease specialists, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to optimize antimicrobial use. The goal is to ensure effective treatment while minimizing the development of drug-resistant infections.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Antimicrobial Stewardship position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Antimicrobial Stewardship, you need a strong background in pharmacy, medicine, microbiology, or a related health field, often supported by clinical experience and advanced degrees. Familiarity with antimicrobial prescribing guidelines, infection surveillance software, and certifications such as Board Certified Infectious Diseases Pharmacist (BCIDP) or ASP training are valuable. Excellent communication, collaboration, and data analysis skills set outstanding candidates apart when educating staff and implementing stewardship protocols. These competencies ensure effective monitoring of antimicrobial use, reduce resistance, and optimize patient outcomes within healthcare settings.

What are typical daily responsibilities for someone working in Antimicrobial Stewardship?

Professionals in Antimicrobial Stewardship regularly review antimicrobial prescribing practices, analyze usage data, and make recommendations to optimize therapy and minimize resistance. They frequently collaborate with physicians, pharmacists, infection preventionists, and microbiology staff to develop protocols and provide targeted education. Additional responsibilities may include leading case reviews, monitoring outcomes, and staying current with emerging resistance trends and guidelines. This dynamic role often involves both direct clinical involvement and participation in interdepartmental meetings to drive quality improvement initiatives.

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Infographic showing various Antimicrobial Stewardship job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% Internship, 2% As Needed, 64% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 77% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $220,167 per year, or $105.8 per hour.

Antimicrobial Stewardship Pharmacist

Trinityhealth

Hartford, CT

Full-time

Medical

Posted 3 days ago

New

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Day ShiftDescription:

Position Purpose

The antimicrobial stewardship pharmacist monitors medication therapy to optimize patient outcomes and oversees and directs the use of antimicrobial medications to ensure their appropriate utilization.

What you will do

  • Design and implement pharmacy-based and hospital-wide performance improvement initiatives to ensure appropriate utilization of antimicrobials (e.g., order set and clinical pathway development, antibiotic time-out processes, automatic IV to PO and antibiotic dose adjustments by pharmacy, antibiotic review at transitions of care)

  • Provide ASP performance updates to the Director of Pharmacy, Chief of Infectious Diseases and Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee, physicians, nurses, and other health care providers

  • Participate in multi-disciplinary antimicrobial stewardship rounds and antibiotic utilization reviews with Infectious Disease physicians

  • Provide expertise on appropriate antimicrobial therapy, antibiotic de-escalation, and dose optimization

  • Develop performance indicators and dashboards for tracking antimicrobial utilization and other Antimicrobial Stewardship Program (ASP) initiatives

Minimum Qualifications

  • Current Connecticut Pharmacist License

  • Advanced degree (PharmD or MS) or equivalent clinical practice experience; PharmD degree and/or ASHP accredited residency (PGY I) preferred.

  • Board Certification preferred

  • Antimicrobial Stewardship experience preferred

Position Highlights and Benefits

  • Full time 40hrs M-F

  • Great Benefits and Health Insurance Coverage-starting Day One!

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Francis Hospitaliscommitted to exceeding the expectations of our patients and families by providing world-class service in a progressive, people-centered, compassionate health care environment. We are licensed for 617 beds and 65 bassinets, are a major teaching hospital and the largest Catholic hospital in New England.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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