Clinical Pharmacy Specialist

Under the general supervision of the Director of Pharmacy Services, an incumbent of this position serves as a technical expert who assists in the development, coordination and implementation of clinical pharmacy services at the Westchester Medical Center, particularly as relates to treatment of infectious diseases and/or other specific category of drug (e.g., high-cost, high-use drugs with narrow therapeutic indices, etc.). Responsibilities include the design, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and coordination of activities associated with the provision of safe, effective and economical pharmacotherapy for all patients in the hospital, and the implementation of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with clinical practice and all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations. Supervision is not a responsibility of this position. Does related work as required.

Possession of a valid license and current registration, issued by the New York State Education Department, as a Pharmacist, three years of experience as a Pharmacist, two of which must have been in a hospital, and a Pharm. D* or Ph.D. Degree* in Pharmacy.
SUBSTITUTION:
Completion of one year of an approved or ASHP (American Society of Health System Pharmacists) accredited residency in Pharmacy may be substituted for one year of the above required work experience.

There will be no written or oral test for this examination. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will receive a rating based on an evaluation of their training and experience against the duties of the position. Be as concrete and specific as possible; vagueness and ambiguity will not be resolved in your favor. You are, therefore, asked to include in your application a summary of all pertinent training and experience. You will receive a grade based upon the college degree, continuing education credits and licensed work experience detailed in your

There are no residence requirements to participate in the examination, but preference in appointment may be given to eligibles that have been residents in the appointing jurisdiction for 30 days prior to the examination and at the effective date of appointment.