Clinical Pharmacy Specialist – Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit

Indianapolis

Thursday, 07 May 2026

We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day. Sound like a perfect match? Apply now - we can't wait to hear from you! Why Join IU Health? As Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:401(K) retirement savings with employer match. Tuition reimbursement. Student loan forgiveness - Government program that may allow qualifying participants to have the remainder of their student loan balance forgiven (after a set amount of time and specific qualifications have been met). Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost to you. Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck! The more you participate, the more you earn! Description:The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist – Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) is an integral member of the multidisciplinary care team at Riley Children’s Hospital. This role provides advanced pharmaceutical care to critically ill neonates, infants, children and adolescents with complex cardiovascular disease states and congenital heart disease, through direct patient care, clinical decision-making, education, and quality improvement initiatives. The Clinical Pharmacy Specialist functions as a subject matter expert in cardiovascular and critical care pharmacotherapy, ensuring safe, effective, and evidence-based medication use while supporting the hospital’s mission of delivering exceptional pediatric care. A PGY 2 or equivalent experience is required to be considered for this position. Responsibilities:Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care to CVICU patients, including medication therapy management, dosing optimization, monitoring, and therapeutic recommendations. Participate in daily multidisciplinary rounds with intensivists, surgeons, cardiologists, nurses, respiratory therapists, dietitians, and other healthcare professionals. Serve as a clinical resource for pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, nutrition support, antimicrobial stewardship, and investigational therapies. Identify, prevent, and manage adverse drug events and medication-related problems. Support emergency responses, including code situations, as appropriate. Provide education, coaching, and skills development for pharmacy residents, pharmacy students, and pharmacists related to pharmacotherapy, clinical decision-making, and evidence-based practice in critically ill CVICU patients. Requirements:Requires Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor's of Science in Pharmacy prior to 2006. Successful completion of an ASHP accredited PGY 1 or PGY 2 residency may be required. Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience. Requires current Indiana Pharmacist license or eligibility for Indiana licensure as a Pharmacist. Board certification or other specialized training may be required. Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) and PALS required Occasional weekends

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