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Hospital in Hopewell, VA, seeks an experienced Clinical Pharmacy Manager. The clinical manager is responsible for providing oversight of clinical programs to ensure maximization and efficiency of clinical processes; directing, coordinating, and participating in the design, collection, and reporting of drug utilization evaluations to support proper utilization of medications in the clinical setting; evaluating new medications and technologies regarding formulary decisions consistent with department, hospital and medical staff policies; developing and coordinating implementation plans for the use of these products; and developing policies and procedures as they relate to clinical services. Knowledge of pathophysiology, interpretation of diagnostic criteria, pharmacokinetics and pharmacotherapeutics is required. Ability to assess patients' drug therapy and provide consultations as requested by medical staff. Must be a graduate of an ACPE-accredited school of pharmacy at a college or university with licensure by the VA State Board of Pharmacy by examination or reciprocity, and completion of three years of hospital pharmacy experience or an ASHP-approved pharmacy residency or fellowship program. Managing of pharmacy staff.  Occasionally, due to scheduling shortage this position may be required to staff optimizing the needs of the department. The primary professional responsibility of the Clinical Manager is to manage and direct best efforts in promoting safe efficacious and cost effective medication therapy.  Organizational relationship includes being directly responsible to the Director of Pharmacy Services. Salary range $98-130K. Please email your resume to Maude Ellis at mellis@staffpointe.com. For other opportunities, register for free at www.staffpointe.com. Please reference Job# MEX115