Pharmacist

Ascension; Port Williams; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading health care system that has been providing compassionate care for over 125 years. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient health by ensuring the safe and effective use of medications. As a key member of the pharmacy team, you will engage with patients and medical staff, providing essential drug information and support. With a commitment to community service and personal growth, this position not only enhances your career but also allows you to contribute positively to the lives of those around you. Embrace the chance to be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving health outcomes.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

Qualifications

• Pharmacist credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Pharmacy required.
• Experience in medication dispensing and patient care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Review and assess medication orders to prevent drug-related issues.
• Compound and dispense medications accurately to patients.
• Provide drug information and education to medical staff.

Skills

Medication Management

Patient Counseling

Drug Information

Communication with Clinicians

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy

Advanced Degree in Pharmacy

Job description

We Are Hiring

• Department: Pharmacy Services IP
• Schedule: Full-time, Evening Shift, 40 hours per week
• Hospital: Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown
• Location: Nashville, TN

What You Will Do

Assure the appropriate selection, dosing, administering, and dispensing of medication orders.

• Review and assess medication orders to identify, prevent and resolve potential and actual drug related problems.
• Recommend formulary alternatives when appropriate.
• Compound and dispense medications for accurate delivery to patients.
• Provide drug information and education to medical staff and patients.
• Communicate with physicians and other clinicians as necessary to facilitate care.
• Oversee technical personnel who assist in the preparation, maintenance, and dispensing of medications and supplies.
• Assist with academic functions such as serving as a preceptor for pharmacy students.
• May float to provide coverage of pharmacy needs.
• Provide patient counseling efficiently and effectively when required.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Pharmacist credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Pharmacy obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Pharmacy required.

Additional Preferences

No additional preferences.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Saint Thomas is a leading health care system with a 125-year history of providing care to the community, and is the only faith-based, non profit health system in Middle Tennessee. Today, the health system offers a highly comprehensive system of care, consisting of a network of hospitals, affiliated joint ventures, medical practices, clinics and specialty facilities.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of thousands of associates delivering compassionate, personalized care across hospitals, clinics and senior living communities.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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Benefits

Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.