7on/7off Overnight Staff Pharmacist - Houston

MChest; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k with match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

M Chest Pharmacy is seeking an Overnight Staff Pharmacist in Houston, TX to provide clinical and operational leadership in a long-term care setting. You will oversee dispensing accuracy, review medication orders, and ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

The role requires a Texas Pharmacist License, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to work a 7-on/7-off night schedule. Leadership experience and proficiency with MS Excel/Word are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited School of Pharmacy or PharmD.
• Current, unrestricted Texas Pharmacist License.
• Leadership and supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

• Oversee dispensing workflow and ensure accuracy.
• Evaluate medication orders for appropriateness and safety.
• Maintain required documentation per state and federal regulations.
• Respond to medication-related questions with clinical expertise.
• Instruct and supervise pharmacy technicians and staff.
• Adhere to policy and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Written and verbal communication

Microsoft Excel and Word

Education

Bachelor's or PharmD

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

About M Chest Pharmacy was founded in 1990 and has grown tremendously over the last 35 years. M Chest has become a leader in Long Term Care pharmaceutical services throughout the state. We provide pharmaceutical needs to assisted senior living (AL), skilled nursing facilities (SNF), long term care facilities, and other institutional care settings across Texas. We focus on excellent service to our customers, so they can focus on their patients and residents. Our employees that thrive in a fast pace, customer focused operation are the key to our success Find out more about our vision and values by visiting our website, www.mchest.com, or connect with us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and twitter!

Overnight Staff Pharmacist - Houston TX

Our Staff Pharmacists provide quality pharmaceutical services to long-term-care and institutionalized residents, under the direction and supervision of the Pharmacist-In-Charge (PIC). This position participates in and oversees workflow for the dispensing of medication in accordance with all state and federal regulations in addition to M Chest Pharmacy policy. Staff Pharmacists aim to ensure that medications provided to residents are safe, accurate and available in a timely manner.

Schedule

This position follows a 7-on/7-off schedule. The Staff Pharmacist will work seven consecutive days, Monday through Sunday, from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, followed by seven consecutive days off.

Eligible for shift differential pay for qualifying hours.

Specifically, you will be asked to:

• Performs and/or oversees the completion of all routine and tasks, including but not limited to:
• Evaluate medication orders for appropriateness of drug, dosage, route of administration, potential drug interactions, and special geriatric considerations, warnings/precautions associated with prescribed medication, potential adverse reactions, and stability.
• Procures and maintains all required documentation in accordance with state and federal regulations, as well as M CHEST policy.
• Ensures accuracy of filled medications.
• Conduct audits of automated dispensing machines to ensure accuracy of filled medications.
• Provides Clinical expertise by responding professionally to medication related questions.
• Assists the PIC with instructing, directing and overseeing pharmacy technicians and staff.
• Follows current guidelines for preparing all compounds, including I.V. therapy.
• Understand and follow M CHEST Policy and Procedures.
• Be able to work the 7 on and 7 off shift that includes nights and weekends. This position may require work outside regular scheduled hours dependent on pharmacy needs.
• Accepts ownership and accountability for the successful completion of assigned functions and achievement of goals.
• Strives for compliance by all staff with internal controls and state and federal regulations.
• Participates in the development and successful implementation of plan(s) of improvement as indicated, recommended and/or required by Supervisor, Manager, or any other home office or regulatory compliance consultant. Communicates progress toward goals and ongoing obstacles to supervisor and company management team, verbally and/or in writing or as dictated.

Qualified Applicants will have:

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited School of Pharmacy or PharmD
• A current, unrestricted Texas Pharmacist License
• Leadership and supervisory experience preferred
• Strong analytical skills; ability to quickly identify problems and find effective solutions
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Basic computer skills; experience with Microsoft Excel and Word preferred
• Ability to make independent decisions
• Ability to multitask and complete jobs without supervision
• Ability to assess information and make prudent, professional decisions.
• Ability to work and produce results under pressure.
• Ability to effectively and harmoniously interact with facility, management and other employees at all levels; promotes teamwork and professionalism.
• Must be dependable and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.

M Chest Pharmacist Employee Benefits

• Our health benefits include Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• We also offer Life insurance as well as Accident, Critical Illness, and Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability coverage.
• 401k plan participation with employer match is available immediately
• Work-Life balance is achievable with Paid Holidays, and a Paid Time Off accrual plan.

M Chest Pharmacy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.