Pharmacist Willow Specialist - Hennepin County Medical Center

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.  

Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.

SUMMARY:
We are currently seeking 2 Pharmacist - Willow Specialist to join our Pharmacy Adminteam. These positions are part-time with benefits, 40 hours per pay period, day shift.  

Purpose of this position: The Willow Specialist optimizes the medication process, from ordering to administration, formulary maintenance, and development of effective process design and its implementation within the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and helps to develop Clinical Decision Support used within the EHR. The Specialist supports pharmacists, physicians, nurses, and other clinicians as the resource for medication related changes or additions in the EHR. The Specialist works closely with clinicians, departmental leadership, Quality, Patient Safety, and Licensure Departments and Information Systems staff to clarify needs, prioritize requests, and work with the EHR team to develop and implement requests.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prioritizes medication management work completed in the EHR system in conjunction with pharmacy management and based on the daily needs of the pharmacy department and the health system
• Helps coordinate input into the pharmacy EHR system design and upgrades regarding changes or enhancements within the EHR for the Health System
• Participates in the build and development of pharmacy and medication related Clinical Decision Support within the EHR
• Participates in quality projects and on assigned committees to provide expertise on using the EHR for medication related activities
• Serves as liaison between the Health System and the EHR to facilitate and problem solve medication issues as needed
• Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare delivery team, leadership, and the EHR team
• Works with the EHR team to understand user specifications that may require more specific tailoring or configuration
• Serves as liaison between users and the EHR and IT team members to respond to technical questions
• Assist with drug shortage issues and changes to the EHR
• Participate as a pharmacy resident preceptor or residency project mentor

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited institution
• An approved equivalent combination of education and experience – Residency PGY1 or 5 years clinical experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• BPS certification
• EPIC certification in Inpatient Willow application
• EPIC certification in Clinical Decision Support
• PGY2 residency from accredited ASHP residency program

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:

• Project management skills; ability to lead meetings, prioritize, resolve conflicts, maintain issues lists, and manage project plan
• Ability to understand client (user) business and how EPIC may be configured to meet Health System needs
• Computer skills; knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Access desirable
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

License/Certifications:

• Possession of a valid license to practice pharmacy in the State of Minnesota or within 60 days of hire

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.  

Please Note:  Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.