Senior Technology Pharmacist- Willow - IP Team

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Number of Positions in Requisition 1 Job Details Exhibits the highest degree of expertise in acute care pharmacy operations, clinical informatics, Epic Willow and related functions. Clinical software expert in medication management, order entry, clinical knowledgebases, decision support and automation. Provides clinical software leadership, in area(s) of specialization, on projects as required. May act as a subject matter expert in a business and/or functional area to help the user in defining their needs. Devises or modifies procedures to solve complex problems utilizing knowledge of their areas(s) of specialization. May have duties instructing, directing and/or checking the work of others as it relates to their area of specialization. Expected to focus 80% or more time engaged in supporting Epic design, build, testing and support. Reports to Manager or Director level in Information Services. Job Description Summary Exhibits the highest degree of expertise in acute care pharmacy operations, clinical informatics, Epic Willow and related functions. Clinical software expert in medication management, order entry, clinical knowledgebases, decision support and automation. Provides clinical software leadership, in area(s) of specialization, on projects as required. May act as a subject matter expert in a business and/or functional area to help the user in defining their needs. Devises or modifies procedures to solve complex problems utilizing knowledge of their areas(s) of specialization. May have duties instructing, directing and/or checking the work of others as it relates to their area of specialization. Expected to focus 80% or more time engaged in supporting Epic design, build, testing and support. Reports to Manager or Director level in Information Services. Job Duties Provides clinical software leadership, in area(s) of specialization, on medium to large size projects as required Maintains understanding of user, project leader, and management direction and meets regularly to review project priorites and scope Functions as a coach and mentor to Technology Pharmacists to achieve workflow standardization and design across the organization Stays abreast of technological advancements. Researches and recommends new tools and alternatives to improve access and efficiency within the organization. Coordinates and leads others in process of unit, functional, and integration testing. Leads discussion in team and departmental committees providing data and system governance. Develops, leads/coordinates conventions, standards, and procedures to improve departmental function. Develops and implements strategies and methodologies to meet the future information needs of LVHN. Follows current project management methodology and assures all team members to do the same. Minimum Qualifications Doctorate Pharmacy 7 years Clinical applications or direct Epic Build, implementation and support 5 years Hospital pharmacists in a large hospital/IDN or Completion of a PGY2 Pharmacy Informatics Residency Exhibits highly developed self-management skills and ability to deal with multiple and changing priorities. Analytical skills to assess clinical/business problems and develop feasible solutions. Strong oral and written communication skills. Team leadership. RP - Registered Pharmacist - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire EPIC Willow Certification - Epic Systems Within 120 Days Physical Demands Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR. Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require. Work Shift Rotating (United States of America) Worker Sub Type Regular Employee Entity Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc. Primary Location Address 1100 Virginia Drive, Fort Washington, Pennsylvania, United States of America Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University , home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health , nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years. Jefferson is committed to providing equal educa­tional and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status. Benefits Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps ), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance. For more benefits information, please click here