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Clinical Faculty (Open Rank)/ Clinical Pharmacist, Solid Organ Transplant
 University of Illinois Chicago | |
 United States, Illinois, Chicago | |
 Jan 30, 2025 | |
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Clinical Faculty (Open Rank)/ Clinical Pharmacist, Solid Organ Transplant Clinical Faculty (Open Rank)/Clinical Pharmacist, Solid Organ Transplant, COP, Pharmacy Practice Hiring Department: Pharmacy Practice Location: Chicago, IL Requisition ID: 1029060 Posting Close Date: 2/14/2025 Salary: The budgeted salary rate for the position is $130,000 - $150,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. The University of Illinois Chicago offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. The Retzky College of Pharmacy, with campuses in Chicago and Rockford, is the #1 college of pharmacy in the state of Illinois and #9 in total research grant funding, according to the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy (AACP). More information about the College and Department of Pharmacy Practice can be found at https://pharmacy.uic.edu and https://dpp.pharmacy.uic.edu. Summary/Description: The UIC Retzky College of Pharmacy, Department of Pharmacy Practice is seeking a full time, motivated professional for the position of Clinical Faculty (Open Rank)/Clinical Pharmacist who will be assigned to UI Health's Solid Organ Transplant Service. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing pharmaceutical care to patients in the area of solid organ transplant in the hospital and on-site clinics at the University of Illinois Hospital. The hospital is a 450 bed academic institution located approximately 2 miles west of downtown Chicago. The hospital serves an urban, indigent patient population. The UIC Transplant Center is a renowned program offering state-of-the-art kidney, liver, kidney-pancreas, isolated pancreas, small bowel, and islet cell transplantation services. Duties: The current clinical pharmacist team consists of 8 pharmacists who are integral members of the multidisciplinary team. Transplant Pharmacists have been members of UI Health transplant team for over 40 years. They provide comprehensive medication therapy management to all transplant patients (donors and recipients) in both inpatient and outpatient settings. In 2010, the role was expanded to include evaluation of all transplant candidates. Since 2015, transplant pharmacists at UIHealth practice under the Comprehensive Medication Therapy Management Protocol. Clinical Pharmacist duties include medication review and reconciliation, medication and dosing recommendations, immunosuppression and infectious disease prophylaxis selection, post-operative management of blood glucose, blood pressure, nausea and pain, therapeutic drug monitoring, provision of drug information, and patient education. The candidate will also be responsible for nurse, physician, and pharmacy staff development; coordinating and conducting quality initiative projects and developing collaborative treatment and research protocols. The academic responsibilities of the clinical faculty member (Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor) include the provision of didactic lectures and precepting entry level Doctor of Pharmacy students, PGY1 residents and PGY2 residents. Scholarly activities, including presentations and publications, are an expectation as well. Minimum Qualifications PharmD degree from an ACPE accredited Doctor of Pharmacy Program. Completion of Post Graduate Year 1 (PGY1) pharmacy residency required. Completion of Post Graduate Year 2 (PGY2) solid organ transplant pharmacy residency or 2-3 years of equivalent clinical experience as a clinical pharmacist in solid organ transplant is required. Must present evidence of, or eligibility for, Illinois licensure as a professional pharmacist by start date. Must possess knowledge and skills such that they qualify for a non-tenured clinical faculty position within the Department of Pharmacy Practice at the UIC College of Pharmacy. Academic rank commensurate with experience. Preferred Qualifications Highly preferred: strong clinical knowledge base; analytical and problem-solving skills; strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to consistently meet deadlines; demonstrate flexibility and ability to work independently and adapt to a changing work environment; excellent planning, time management and organizational skills. For fullest consideration, submit a complete application by the posting close date above. A letter of intent, curriculum vitae/resume, names and contact information for three professional references must be attached to the application. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation Looking for more University of Illinois positions? 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Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/14182?c=uic Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-028f6cd97bba254fb8b01878b7c623ee | |