Clinical Pharmacist

CentraState Healthcare System; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 71,635 - 121,228; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription

Retirement Plans

PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Well-Being Rewards

Magnet recognized facility

Job summary

CentraState Medical Center in Freehold, New Jersey is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to join its Pharmacy Department. The role focuses on clinical interventions, patient care, and collaboration with physicians, nurses and other health professionals to optimize therapy.

Requirements include a Doctorate in Pharmacy, NJ pharmacist license, ACLS certification, and 1 year residence or 3 years clinical experience. Competitive benefits and a comprehensive total rewards package are offered.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Pharmacy required.
• 1 year residence or 3 years of clinical pharmacist experience or Board Certification (BPCS) required.
• Current NJ Pharmacist license required.
• ACLS Certification required.
• Strong professional, organizational and interpersonal skills with proficiency in Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Reviews orders for accuracy and processes them timely within department standards.
• Performs clinical interventions based on protocol and clinical judgement.
• Provides pharmaceutical care consultations and supports patient care transitions.
• Evaluates and optimizes drug therapy for high risk patients.
• Participates in quality, performance improvement, and regulatory initiatives.

Skills

Clinical Pharmacy

Interpersonal skills

Word Excel

Education

Doctorate in Pharmacy

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

CentraState Healthcare System, headquartered in Freehold, New Jersey, is a leading nonprofit healthcare provider dedicated to serving the community. Its comprehensive network includes CentraState Medical Center, a community-focused hospital, along with an ambulatory campus, two senior living facilities, three free-standing community health pavilions, and a charitable foundation. As the third-largest employer in Monmouth County, CentraState has earned repeated recognition as a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company, reinforcing its reputation as an exceptional workplace.

CentraState Medical Center is currently hiring a Clinical Pharmacist to join its Pharmacy Department. This vital role ensures the delivery of high-quality pharmaceutical services to patients, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, upholding the highest standards of professional practice. The Clinical Pharmacist also supports the Clinical Coordinator with daily operations and clinical pharmacy services—playing an integral part in advancing patient care and departmental excellence.

Responsibilities

• Operational:
  • Processes (Reviews for appropriateness, Clarifies, Profiles, Verifies, and Dispenses) orders in a timely and accurate manner within established department standards.
  • In emergent situations assists with department needs.
• Clinical:
  • Performs Clinical Interventions based on P&T approved protocol and clinical / professional judgement.
  • Actively supplies drug information and is a clinical resource to physicians, nurses, other allied health care professionals and patients.
  • Performs transitional care and direct patient care within the scope of pharmacy practice.
  • Provides pharmaceutical care consultations upon practioners request and or by protocol.
  • Evaluates and optimizes drug therapy for better patient outcomes with an emphasis on high risk patients.
  • In conjunction with the Clinical Coordinator develops, implements and monitors on-going services and new initiatives.
• Quality / Performance Improvement:
  • Actively participates in quality and performance improvement initiatives in the department.
  • Assists the Clinical Pharmacist Specialist and Clinical Coordinator with clinical needs and projects.
• Regulatory / Professional Standards:
  • Complies with regulatory and professional standards.
  • Provides recommendations on improvement in this area.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Pharmacy required.
• 1 year residence or 3 years of clinical pharmacist experience or Board Certification (BPCS) is required.
• Current NJ Pharmacist license required.
• ACLS Certification required.
• Strong professional, organizational and interpersonal skills to effectively relate with all members of the healthcare team and patients. Proficiency in Word® and Excel®.

About Us

CentraState Healthcare System, in partnership with Atlantic Health System, is a fully accredited, not-for-profit, community-based health system dedicated to providing comprehensive health services in central New Jersey.

Beyond offering a wide range of advanced diagnostic and treatment options, CentraState is committed to being a valuable health partner, focusing on disease prevention, promoting healthy behaviors, and helping individuals of all ages live well.

Located in Freehold, CentraState includes a 284-bed acute-care hospital, a dynamic health and wellness campus, two award‑winning senior living communities, a charitable foundation, and convenient satellite health pavilions. These pavilions offer primary care, specialty physician practices, and access to outpatient services such as lab work and physical therapy.

CentraState is proud to be among the less than two percent of hospitals nationwide to earn Magnet® designation for nursing excellence five times. Additionally, it has been recognized as a Great Place to Work‑Certified™ Company by Great Place to Work® for four consecutive years.

Joining CentraState means becoming part of a pioneering healthcare facility committed to high-quality, patient-focused care. We invite you to make a difference in our community and advance your career with us.

Discover why our employees love their jobs and being part of the CentraState family!

CentraState Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members.

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (30 hours per week or above for full‑time and part‑time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long‑Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• 401(a) Retirement Plan with employer contribution
• PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Well‑Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Coverage, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
• Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives
• Continuing Education / Onsite Training
• A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care
• Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits
• Magnet recognized healthcare facility

Compensation Range: $52.00 - $88.40 per hour

The compensation above reflects the established range from CentraState Healthcare System (CSHS) for this position at the time the job was posted. CSHS considers many factors to determine compensation, including education, experience, skills, licenses, certification, and training. As such, team member compensation may fall outside this range.

Additionally, the compensation range reflects base salary and does not include extra shift rates or incentives tied to quality, productivity, etc., as applicable.

The benefits outlined also reflect CSHS’ policy at the time of posting. Benefits as are made available to other similarly situated team members of CSHS, although participation is at all times in accordance with and subject to the eligibility and other provisions of such plans and programs. CSHS may modify its benefits plans or programs at any time.

CSHS is proud to comply with all pay equity and pay transparency laws.