Clinical Pharmacist

Beacon Health System; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus: $5,000

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Workplace Culture

Job summary

Beacon Health System is seeking a skilled Decentralized Clinical Pharmacist to join our pharmacy team in Elkhart, Indiana. This role provides an excellent opportunity to deliver high-quality care across various patient populations while offering a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

The ideal candidate should possess a PharmD and strong knowledge of pharmacy practices. Responsibilities include promoting safe medication use, monitoring therapies, and ensuring effective communication within the healthcare team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Doctorate in Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited school.
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure in the State of Indiana.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, knowledge of pharmacy laws, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Work in decentralized areas with other health professionals to promote safe medication use.
• Monitor medication therapy regimens and document clinical notes.
• Provide information to professional staff and respond to codes for drug information.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Knowledge of pharmacy laws

Anticoagulation monitoring

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Education

Bachelor’s or Doctorate in Pharmacy (PharmD)

Hospital pharmacy residency or equivalent experience

Job description

Beacon Health System is dedicated to delivering outstanding care, inspiring health, and connecting with heart. We are currently seeking a skilled and compassionate Decentralized Clinical Pharmacist to join our dynamic pharmacy team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to provide high‑quality care to diverse patient populations while enjoying a $5,000 sign‑on bonus.

Mission, Values, and Service Goals

• Mission: Deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
• Values: Trust, Respect, Integrity, Compassion.
• Service Goals: Personally connect, keep everyone informed, and be a team player.

Primary Responsibilities

• Work in decentralized areas alongside other health professionals to promote safe medication use. Areas of decentralization include Medical Units, Cardiac Unit, Step‑Down ICU, ICU, Heart Failure Clinic, Anticoagulation Clinic, and Surgical Satellite.
• Monitor medication therapy regimens for contraindications, drug‑drug interactions, allergies, appropriateness of drug and dose for diagnosis, and patient‑specific dosing parameters.
• Provide information to professional staff, patients, and families to encourage safe, appropriate, cost‑effective drug regimens and patient compliance.
• Provide clinical pharmacokinetics, TP/N, and anticoagulation dosing services for all appropriate patients.
• Document clinical notes and interventions in the electronic medical record to ensure effective and appropriate communication with the healthcare team.
• Respond to codes to provide drug information and medication preparation services as needed.
• Provide in‑services to medical, pharmacy, and nursing staff.
• Serve as pharmacy extern preceptor and share clinical knowledge with pharmacy externs.
• Assist in department activities to meet regulatory agency standards and to improve patient safety and efficiency.
• Participate in hospital committees as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: Bachelor’s or Doctorate in Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited school. Hospital pharmacy residency or equivalent experience preferred.
• Licensure: Licensure or eligibility for licensure in the State of Indiana.
• Knowledge & Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, knowledge of pharmacy laws, antibiotic stewardship, anticoagulation monitoring, parenteral nutrition, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Extended periods of computer screen time.
• Some lifting and bending are required.

Benefits

• Sign‑On Bonus: $5,000 sign‑on bonus.
• Competitive Pay: Attractive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, a 403(b) matching retirement plan, and generous paid time off.
• Professional Development: Tuition and certification reimbursement, a clinical ladder program, and access to Beacon Academy educational courses.
• Supportive Culture: A workplace that values diversity and inclusivity, with employee assistance programs promoting work‑life balance.