Cardiology/CVT Surgery ICU Clinical Pharmacist (Full Time) - 7070

Marshall Health Network; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary's Medical Center in Huntington, WV seeks a full-time Clinical Pharmacist to supervise the dispensing of medications and ensure safe, accurate dosing for patients.

The role emphasizes safeguarding patients by screening drug regimens for allergies and interactions while adhering to hospital policies and professional standards. You'll provide drug information to physicians, nurses, and patients, participate in quality improvement, and perform special assignments by pharmacy leadership.

Qualifications

• Must hold a degree from an approved College of Pharmacy.
• Registered or eligible for registration in West Virginia.
• Hospital pharmacy knowledge and on-the-job training provided.
• Basic computer skills and professional ethics expected.

Responsibilities

• Supervises dispensing of medications to ensure correct drug, strength and dosage for each patient.
• Screen patient regimens for allergies, interactions, dosing and duplication.
• Provides drug information to healthcare professionals and patients.
• Performs assignments as directed by the Director of Pharmacy or supervisors.

Skills

Pharmacology knowledge

Drug interactions

Allergy screening

Dosing accuracy

Education

Pharmacy degree

Licensure eligible in WV

BLS certification preferred

Professional associations desirable

Job description

St. Mary's Medical Center is seeking a full timeClinical Pharmacist. Supervises the dispensing of all medication to provide the correct medication in the correct strength and dosage form to the correct patient in a safe and timely manner while being consistent with professional judgment, hospital policies and the laws governing the practice of pharmacy. Safeguards the patient by screening their drug regimen for allergies, drug interactions, proper drug and proper dosing and therapeutic duplication. Provides drug information to allied health professionals and the patient. Performs special assignments as directed by the Director of Pharmacy or other pharmacist supervisors.

EDUCATION:

Degree from approved College of Pharmacy. Should be registered or eligible for registration in this state. BLS preferred. Membership in professional associations is desirable.

EXPERIENCE:

Should possess thorough knowledge of the theory and practice of pharmacy. Hospital experience is desirable, but On-the-job training is provided since many tasks and methods are indigenous to hospital pharmacy.

SKILLS:

Should type accurately and with moderate speed. Basic computer skills. Maintain a neat, clean, and orderly appearance at all times. Able to work under stress and have a high level of personal and professional ethics and conduct.