Pharmacist

ABOUT VISANTEWe are a specialized consulting firm focused on helping hospitals and health systems accelerate strong clinical, operational, and financial performance through pharmacy. Our team of professionals brings deep, contemporary expertise and innovation to optimizing all aspects of a fully integrated health system pharmacy program, driving significant value quickly.

Our mission is to transform healthcare through pharmacy, and our vision is to reimagine pharmacy to improve lives.

ABOUT THE POSITION The Pharmacist plays a pivotal role in the healthcare team, providing essential pharmacy services that ensure optimal fulfillment of prescriptions. This position involves verifying pharmacotherapy to enhance treatment efficiency, effectiveness, and cost-effectiveness. Key responsibilities include verifying medication regimens, monitoring drug therapy, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and delivering patient education to ensure safe and effective medication use. This role blends direct patient care with interdisciplinary collaboration, actively participating in quality improvement initiatives and leadership opportunities. The Pharmacist is responsible for reviewing and optimizing medication regimens, addressing drug-related issues, and supporting transitions of care. By participating in safety, quality, and cost-savings initiatives, the Pharmacist contributes to institutional goals, all while maintaining a strong focus on patient-centered care and clinical excellence
 

Principal Duties and Responsibilities 

•  Oversee medication therapy management in alignment with organizational policies and protocols. 
•  Identify, report, and resolve medication errors, adverse drug reactions, and safety issues. 
•  Respond flexibly to changing departmental needs and tasks assigned by leadership. 
•  Complete timely and accurate documentation in accordance with client and organizational policies. 
•  Contribute to Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives and maintain records of QI activities. 
•  Ensure compliance with clinical standards, client policies, and Visante procedures. 
•  Provide patient-centered medication therapy and address concerns with confidentiality. 
•  Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and program development 
•  Support initiatives aimed at improving medication safety, operational efficiency, and cost-effectiveness 
• Optimize   medication use by identifying and resolving drug-related problems   

Education

Required:   Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or Pharm.D. from an ACPE certified school of pharmacy   

Preferred:   Successful completion of an ASHP accredited PGY1 or specialty residency  

Experience

Required:  3 years of retail or specialty pharmacy  

Licensure/Certification:

Required:  Current Pharmacist license as granted by the appropriate state licensing authority obtained within 1 months of hire date American Heart Association BLS certification obtained within 6 months of hire date  

Preferred:  Board of Pharmacy Specialties certification  
 

Special Skills:

• Strong understanding of pathophysiology and pharmacotherapeutics 
• Ability to interpret and apply regulatory standards 
• Demonstration of good judgement, multi-tasking, and meeting deadlines with a sense of urgency and being able to prioritize competing demands 
• Strong client relationship, interpersonal, and team skills 
• Excellent presentation skills with the ability to make effective presentations to all levels of management 
• Proven ability to diagnose and resolve issues, demonstrating strong analytical and creative skills 
• Ability to make sound, timely decisions based on analysis, experience, and judgement 
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills and the ability to advise clients professionally and positively  

Compensation and Benefits: We offer competitive salary for this onsite, PRN - hourly role.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Visante is an equal opportunity employer. Visante’s people are its greatest asset and provide the resources that have made the company what it is today. Visante is, therefore, committed to maintaining an environment free of discrimination, harassment, and violence. This means there can be no deference because of age, religion or creed, gender, gender identity or expression, race, color, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.