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Clinical Pharmacy Specialists work closely with other health practitioners to improve the health of patients by providing pharmaceutical care to individual patients and by serving as an expert resource to physicians, nurses, and other health professionals and caring for patients of the assigned service areas. Responsible for the optimization of drug therapy, control and analysis of the formulary; and the identification and remediation of drug related problems. Reviews and approves medication orders, monitors drug therapies, and provides drug information. Acts as an ambassador and educator for medication safety and best medication practices and drug therapy research within the organization. Pharmacists supervise and direct support personnel. Provides leadership by facilitating the development, implementation, and maintenance of hospital and departmental systems that promote desirable patient outcomes. Ensures the pharmacy is operated within the limits of...