Infectious Disease Pharmacist
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Infectious disease pharmacists specialize in the use of antimicrobial medications to treat infectious diseases. They work closely with healthcare teams to optimize antibiotic therapy and manage antimicrobial stewardship programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Advising on the selection and dosage of antimicrobial medications.
- Monitoring and managing patient medication therapies.
- Developing and implementing antimicrobial stewardship programs.
- Educating healthcare professionals on antimicrobial use.
- Conducting research on new antimicrobial treatments.
Required Qualifications
- Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree.
- Residency in infectious diseases (optional but preferred).
- Board certification in infectious diseases pharmacy (optional but preferred).
Career Pathways
- Infectious Disease Pharmacist
- Antimicrobial Stewardship Coordinator
- Clinical Pharmacy Specialist
- Pharmacy Director
Related Organizations and Employers
- Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology: APIC
- Society of Infectious Diseases Pharmacists: SIDP
- American Pharmacists Association: APhA
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): CDC Careers
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