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MedStar Health

Clinical Informatics Pharmacist

Clinton, MD · On-site

$120K - $238K/yr

About the Job General Summary of Position The Clinical Informatics Pharmacist (CI Pharmacist) is responsible for the technologies supporting Pharmacy operations and Medication Management. The CI ...

Encompass Health

Pharmacy Tech

Columbus, GA

$15.75 - $19/hr

Flexible spending and health savings accounts. Become the Pharmacy Tech you always wanted to be * Maintain inventory control, ensuring proper management and storage of medications in accordance with ...

Encompass Health

Pharmacy Tech

Lubbock, TX

$15 - $18.25/hr

Flexible spending and health savings accounts. Become the Pharmacy Tech you always wanted to be * Maintain inventory control, ensuring proper management and storage of medications in accordance with ...

Encompass Health

Pharmacy Tech

Sunrise, FL

$16.75 - $20.25/hr

Flexible spending and health savings accounts. Become the Pharmacy Tech you always wanted to be * Maintain inventory control, ensuring proper management and storage of medications in accordance with ...

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What is the difference between Flexible Pharmacy Tech Informatics vs Pharmacy Technician?

AspectFlexible Pharmacy Tech InformaticsPharmacy Technician
CertificationsCertified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT), informatics certificationsCertified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)
Work EnvironmentHospitals, health systems, pharmacy informatics departmentsRetail pharmacies, hospitals, long-term care facilities
Job FocusPharmacy systems, data management, technology integrationDispensing medications, patient interaction, inventory management

Flexible Pharmacy Tech Informatics professionals focus on pharmacy systems, data, and technology integration within healthcare settings, often requiring informatics certifications. In contrast, Pharmacy Technicians primarily handle medication dispensing and patient service. Both roles are essential in pharmacy operations but differ in their technical and clinical focus.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Flexible Pharmacy Tech Informatics, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Flexible Pharmacy Tech Informatics, you need a background in pharmacy technology, medication management, and informatics, often supported by a pharmacy technician certification and relevant IT training. Familiarity with pharmacy information systems (such as Epic or Cerner), electronic health records, and data management tools is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, adaptability, and effective communication help you collaborate with pharmacists, IT teams, and clinical staff. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring medication safety, optimizing pharmacy workflows, and supporting the integration of technology in healthcare settings.

How does a Flexible Pharmacy Tech Informatics professional typically collaborate with pharmacists and IT teams to optimize medication management systems?

A Flexible Pharmacy Tech Informatics professional often serves as a bridge between the clinical pharmacy staff and the IT department. They work closely with pharmacists to understand workflow needs and medication safety concerns, then collaborate with IT specialists to configure, troubleshoot, and enhance electronic health record (EHR) and medication management systems. Daily responsibilities may include user training, system testing, data quality monitoring, and implementing process improvements. This role requires strong communication skills and adaptability, as you may work across different teams and settings to ensure technology solutions align with pharmacy best practices.

What is a Flexible Pharmacy Tech Informatics?

A Flexible Pharmacy Tech Informatics is a pharmacy technician who specializes in the integration and management of pharmacy information systems, data, and technology, while working flexible hours or in various locations. Their role involves supporting the implementation and optimization of electronic health records (EHRs), medication management systems, and other digital tools used in pharmacies. By combining technical skills with pharmacy knowledge, they help enhance medication safety, streamline workflows, and improve patient care. The 'flexible' aspect of the job often refers to non-traditional schedules or remote work options, allowing for a more adaptable work-life balance.
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Clinical Informatics Pharmacist

Clinical Informatics Pharmacist

MedStar Health

Clinton, MD • On-site

$120K - $238K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Medstar Health rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 238 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

132nd of 870 rated healthcare providers

Job description

About the Job
General Summary of Position
The Clinical Informatics Pharmacist (CI Pharmacist) is responsible for the technologies supporting Pharmacy operations and Medication Management. The CI Pharmacist works collaboratively with patient care teams Pharmacy departmental leadership Quality Medication Safety Performance Improvement clinical leadership and Information Systems. This associate is an expert in the use of technology to optimize medication processes through automation EMR electronic decision support and data analytics and reporting. Using knowledge of pharmacy practice and informatics concepts the CI Pharmacist is responsible for effective process design translation of requests into system specifications priority setting troubleshooting and issue resolution and ongoing management and support of the Pharmacy systems.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
  • Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
  • Coordinates the department's technology/automation services and enhancements to include: facilitating hardware and software design needs build testing maintenance and implementation of automation technologies.
  • Completes appropriate localized build for the EMR and pharmacy systems. Follows all Information Services change management policies and procedures.
  • Performs project management for Pharmacy technology initiatives. Develops and manages work plans driving accountability to meet established goals and deadlines.
  • Develops and implements effective and measurable training programs to ensure the consistent safe and efficient use of IT systems.
  • Develops implements maintains and communicates effective and reliable downtime processes and procedures.
  • Manages and troubleshoots day to day hardware and software needs and issues. Effectively escalates and communicates risks and issues while communicating status updates.
  • Performs quarterly audits and reconciles user access to non-active directly linked systems to ensure associates have the appropriate level of access.
  • Participates in development testing monitoring and evaluation of electronic medication decision support for continuous improvement and advancement in the EMR.
  • Ensures and responsible for documentation of business requirements data dictionaries operational support guides and other relevant documentation to support design development governance and sustainment of dashboards and analytic tools.
  • Prepares and participates in presentations in-services facilities tours etc. for internal and external customers and regulatory agencies to promote pharmacy and medication use information system optimization though out the MedStar system.
  • Collaborates with clinical informatics across the system to ensure the department is aligned with MedStar practices/processes and provides feedback for improvements.
  • Consistently participates in the face-to-face Pharmacy informatics team meetings.
  • Serves as liaison to the MedStar IT team to ensure ongoing reliability efficiency and advancement of the EMR and automated dispensing infusion and pharmacy point of care technologies.
  • Performs duties of the Patient Care Pharmacist to ensure prompt and accurate dispensing of all inpatient medications.
  • Provides input and assists in the development of hospital goals objectives policies and procedures relative to clinical informatics.
  • Communicates effectively and regularly with Pharmacy leadership and associates.
  • Participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams. Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts.
    • Minimal Qualifications
    Education
    • Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or PharmD required required or
    • Advanced degree preferred
    Experience
    • 3-4 years Pharmacy practice required and
    • 1-2 years Pharmacy Informatics experience or training required
    • Hospital Pharmacy experience preferred
    • Experience working on patient safety initiatives and IT systems related to Pharmacy/EMR preferred
    Licenses and Certifications
    • RPH - Registered Pharmacist in Maryland and/or DC Upon Hire required
    Knowledge Skills and Abilities
    • Critical thinking reasoning and problem solving. Strong interpersonal skills organizational awareness and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Experience with pharmacy applications related to automation EMR and data and reporting. Ability to function independently and as a team player in a multi-hospital environment required. Highly experienced with MS Office suite especially Excel.

    This position has a hiring range of
    USD $120,702.00 - USD $238,222.00 /Yr.

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    MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 32,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.

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