Pharmacist

Company Description

At our Hospital, we take immense pride in our Promise of taking care of our Healthcare Staff and our Patients. Joining our family of organizations means you'll receive unwavering support in your career, regardless of your role, as we walk alongside you to enable your capacity to care for others. Our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace values diversity, ensuring that every individual is essential, heard, and respected, while offering best-in-class benefits. Together, our dedicated caregivers extend their expertise across many Hospitals, and a comprehensive range of health and social services. As a comprehensive healthcare organization, we strive to serve more people, advancing best practices and upholding our tradition of over 100 years in serving the needs of the poor and vulnerable.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and licensed Pharmacist to join our healthcare team. As a Pharmacist, you will play a critical role in ensuring safe and effective medication management for our patients. Your expertise in pharmaceuticals, drug interactions, and patient counseling will be instrumental in optimizing medication therapies and promoting positive health outcomes. With a focus on patient safety and medication accuracy, you will be an essential member of our interdisciplinary team, providing comprehensive pharmaceutical care to our community.

Responsibilities:

1. Medication Dispensing and Verification:

   • Review and dispense prescribed medications accurately, ensuring the correct dosage and appropriate drug interactions.
   • Verify medication orders for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to established protocols.

2. Medication Therapy Management:

   • Collaborate with healthcare providers to optimize medication therapies and resolve any medication-related issues.
   • Monitor patients' responses to medications and adjust dosages as necessary to achieve desired therapeutic outcomes.

3. Patient Counseling and Education:

   • Provide comprehensive medication counseling to patients, explaining medication usage, potential side effects, and drug interactions.
   • Educate patients on proper medication adherence and management to promote medication safety and compliance.

4. Medication Inventory Management:

   • Oversee medication inventory, ensuring appropriate stock levels and proper storage conditions.
   • Order and restock medications as needed, adhering to pharmacy regulations and guidelines.

5. Pharmacy Compliance and Regulatory Responsibilities:

   • Maintain compliance with all state and federal pharmacy laws, regulations, and best practices.
   • Participate in quality assurance programs and medication error reporting to improve patient safety.

6. Drug Utilization Review:

   • Perform drug utilization reviews to identify potential drug-related problems and recommend appropriate interventions.

Working Environment: As a Pharmacist, you will work in a hospital, retail pharmacy, or other healthcare settings. The role may involve daytime hours with occasional weekend shifts to accommodate patient needs. Your dedication to patient safety, medication accuracy, and comprehensive pharmaceutical care will contribute to the overall health and well-being of our community.

Join our team of healthcare professionals and make a significant impact on patient health and medication management. Apply now and be part of our mission to provide exceptional pharmaceutical care and promote positive patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an accredited pharmacy program.
• Active and unrestricted pharmacist license in the state.
• Solid knowledge of pharmaceuticals, drug interactions, and medication management.
• Excellent communication and counseling skills to interact effectively with patients and healthcare providers.
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills to ensure medication accuracy.
• Empathy, compassion, and a patient-centered approach to care.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic healthcare environment.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated on current pharmacy practices.

Additional Information

Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Basic and supplemental life insurances and AD&D
• Disability benefits
• 401(k) plan

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.