Emergency Medicine Clinical Pharmacist

Job Description

Location: Raleigh, NC

We are seeking an experienced Emergency Medicine Clinical Pharmacist to join a hospital-based pharmacy team supporting acute and critical care services in Raleigh, North Carolina. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the safe and effective use of medications for patients in the Emergency Department. The ideal candidate is a proactive clinician with strong critical-thinking skills, sound clinical judgment, and the ability to work seamlessly within a fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment.

Responsibilities:

• Provide clinical pharmacy expertise within the Emergency Department to optimize medication therapy for patients of all acuity levels.
• Participate in trauma, cardiac arrest, stroke, and sepsis response teams, ensuring appropriate drug selection and rapid delivery.
• Review and verify medication orders for accuracy, interactions, and dosing in real time.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other clinical staff to guide evidence-based pharmacotherapy decisions.
• Support medication safety initiatives, antimicrobial stewardship programs, and opioid management protocols.
• Educate medical and nursing staff on emergency pharmacotherapy updates, new drug protocols, and safe medication practices.
• Participate in the development and review of departmental policies, protocols, and clinical guidelines.
• Provide bedside clinical support and medication consultations during emergency and critical care situations.
• Contribute to quality improvement and medication utilization review projects across the department.
• Maintain current knowledge of emergency medicine pharmacology, antidotes, and procedural drug administration.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an accredited college of pharmacy.
• Active and unrestricted Pharmacist License in the state of North Carolina.
• Completion of an ASHP-accredited PGY1 Pharmacy Practice Residency required; PGY2 Residency in Emergency Medicine or Critical Care preferred.
• Board Certification in Pharmacotherapy (BCPS) or Emergency Medicine Pharmacy (BCEMP) preferred.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of clinical pharmacy experience in hospital, emergency, or critical care settings.
• Strong knowledge of acute care pharmacotherapy, dosing principles, and emergency medication management.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills in high-pressure situations.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records (EMR) and pharmacy information systems.

Schedule & Work Environment:

• Full-time, onsite position based in Raleigh, North Carolina.
• Rotating 10–12 hour shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Hospital-based environment supporting multidisciplinary emergency and critical care teams.

Salary Range: The salary range for this position is $131,000 – $162,000 a year ($63.00 – $78.00 per hour), based on experience.

Interview Process:

Selected candidates will participate in a multi-step interview process, which will include a screening call with TalentLNX, followed by virtual and onsite interviews with pharmacy and emergency medicine leadership teams.

Equal Opportunity Employer: TalentLNX is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are dedicated to building a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive work environment where all employees and candidates are treated with respect and dignity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law. We actively seek to recruit, develop, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply for our job opportunities.