The Informatics Pharmacist is responsible for the design, implementation, optimization, and support of medication-use technologies and clinical information systems. Â This position combines expertise in pharmacy practice with information science to enhance safety, efficiency, compliance, and clinical outcomes. Â The role collaborates with pharmacy, IT, clinical departments, and external vendors to manage EHR medication components, automated dispensing systems, barcode administration, smart infusion pumps, and 340B technology. Â The Informatics Pharmacist also participates in direct patient care to validate and improve clinical systems in real-world settings.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Required: Â Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an ACPE-accredited school of pharmacy
- Preferred: Â PGY-2 residency in pharmacy informatics
Licensure and Certification Requirements:
- Required: License
- Active pharmacist License with the Mississippi Board of Pharmacy
- Preferred: Â Certification
- Board Certification in Pharmacy Informatics (BCP-I) or similar credential
Experience Requirements:
- Required: Â Demonstrated experience in supporting EHR systems (Epic or Cerner), medication-use technologies, and barcode/automation systems
- Preferred: Â Three (3) years of informatics-related experience in a hospital setting
Required Skills, Knowledge, Abilities: Â Strong knowledge of clinical pharmacy practice standards, formulary systems, and automated technologies. Â High-level proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, SQL queries, EHR build tools, and data visualization platforms. Â Excellent analytical, problem-solving, project management, and communication skills. Â Ability to work independently and collaboratively in cross-functional teams. Â Familiarity with TJC, CMS, USP <795>, <797>, <800>, and HIPAA requirements
Physical Demands: Â Manual dexterity is required to handle vials, syringes, needles, and other apparatus. Â Repetitive use of hand and finger (i.e. use of computer keyboard). Â May be exposed to toxic substances such as chemotherapy agents. Â Must possess the mobility to move in the pharmacy and the hospital. Â May need to stand for an extended period of time. Â Normal range of hearing and vision to perform work and communicate. Â Effective verbal and written communication skills. Â Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Working Environment: Â Exposure to toxic substances such as chemotherapy agents. Â Continuous direct visual observation of a computer monitor
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities:
- Clinical System Development and Support
- Lead pharmacy-related EHR activities including drug file maintenance, order set design, and clinical decision support rules
- Coordinate testing, validation, go-lives, and optimization cycles for medication-relates system upgrades and implementations
- Develop and maintain workflows that align with pharmacy and clinical practice standards
- Automation and Technology Oversight
- Oversee and maintain database for automated dispensing cabinets, dispensing robots, carousel, and IV workflow systems
- Support and maintain smart infusion pump drug libraries and barcode medication administration systems
- Serve as liaison with clinical engineering and IT to ensure hardware/software integrity and uptime
- Data Analysis and Reporting
- Extract, analyze, and report data related to medication use, patient safety, and operational performance
- Provide data support for regulatory surveys, compliance audits, and quality initiatives
- Develop custom reports and dashboards in collaboration with analytics teams
- 340B Program and Revenue Integrity
- Maintain and validate split-billing software and accumulator logic
- Coordinate invoice reconciliation, dispense capture, and audit readiness
- Ensure alignment between formulary, charge master, and billing practices
- Education and Change Management
- Design and deliver training sessions for pharmacy, nursing, and provider staff on informatics tools and system changes
- Serves as a superuser and resource for clinical and operational technology tools
- Participate in multidisciplinary committees and project teams focused on patient safety and innovation
- Direct Patient Care
- Provide clinical pharmacy services during scheduled staffing shifts to support operational understanding of technology use
- Ensure continuity of care and validate system changes in real-time workflows
- Performs other related duties as assigned or requested
- Contributes to the daily operations of the department by performing other roles as needed
- Completes special duties/projects as assigned