Pediatric Pharmacist, Infectious Disease, Wolfson Children's Hospital
Baptist Health · Jacksonville, FL
- On site
- Full-time
- $120,000 / year
- Jacksonville, FL
Job highlights
- Lead Antimicrobial Stewardship Program.
- Promote judicious antimicrobial use.
- Ensure regulatory compliance.
- Collaborate with physician lead.
- Support pediatric patient care.
About the role
About Wolfson Children's Hospital
Wolfson Children’s Hospital is the only children’s hospital in the region, and is ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the best children’s hospitals in the U.S. We’re a part of Baptist Health, which is recognized as a top place to work in health care and features several centers of excellence, including Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Neurological Institute and Wolfson Children's Hospital.
Job Summary
The Infectious Disease Pharmacist leads our system Antimicrobial Stewardship Program (ASP). The pharmacist will collaborate with and support the physician ASP lead to promote judicious use of antimicrobials and compliance with regulatory standards in this area of expertise.
Key skills/competency
- Pediatric Pharmacist
- Infectious Disease
- Antimicrobial Stewardship Program
- Pharmacist
- Hospital Pharmacy
- Patient Care
- Drug Therapy
- Medication Management
- Clinical Pharmacy
- Healthcare
Skills & topics
- Pediatric Pharmacist
- Infectious Disease
- Antimicrobial Stewardship
- Pharmacist
- Hospital Pharmacy
- Pediatrics
- Drug Therapy
- Medication Management
- Healthcare
- Clinical Pharmacy
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight pediatric and infectious disease pharmacy experience. Emphasize antimicrobial stewardship.
- Craft a strong cover letter: Express your passion for pediatric care and infectious disease. Mention specific achievements in ASP.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with antimicrobial stewardship, collaboration, and problem-solving in a hospital setting.
- Network with Baptist Health: Connect with current employees on LinkedIn to gain insights into the culture and hiring process.
Technical preparation
Master antimicrobial guidelines.,Understand pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics.,Practice sterile compounding.,Review infectious disease literature.
Behavioral questions
Describe a challenging stewardship case.,How do you influence prescriber behavior?,How do you handle conflicting medical opinions?,Discuss a time you improved a process.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Pediatric Infectious Disease Pharmacist at Wolfson Children's Hospital?
- The Pediatric Infectious Disease Pharmacist at Wolfson Children's Hospital leads the system's Antimicrobial Stewardship Program (ASP). This role involves promoting the judicious use of antimicrobials and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, working closely with the physician ASP lead.
- What makes Wolfson Children's Hospital a good place to work for a Pediatric Pharmacist?
- Wolfson Children's Hospital is a highly-ranked children's hospital and part of Baptist Health, which is recognized as a top workplace in healthcare. It offers a collaborative environment with centers of excellence, providing opportunities for professional growth in specialized pediatric care.
- How does the Infectious Disease Pharmacist contribute to patient care at Wolfson Children's Hospital?
- The Infectious Disease Pharmacist directly impacts patient care by leading the Antimicrobial Stewardship Program, ensuring that antimicrobials are used effectively and appropriately. This role helps optimize treatment outcomes and prevent the development of antimicrobial resistance in pediatric patients.
- What kind of collaboration can I expect as an Infectious Disease Pharmacist at this hospital?
- You will collaborate closely with the physician ASP lead and likely other healthcare professionals within Wolfson Children's Hospital and Baptist Health. This interdisciplinary approach is key to promoting effective antimicrobial stewardship and ensuring high-quality patient care.
- How can I best prepare my application for the Pediatric Infectious Disease Pharmacist role?
- To best prepare your application for the Pediatric Infectious Disease Pharmacist role, highlight your experience in pediatric pharmacy and infectious diseases. Emphasize your leadership in antimicrobial stewardship programs and any relevant certifications or accomplishments in this specialized field.