Clinical Pharmacist

Next Move Healthcare; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Stable full-time schedule

Collaborative healthcare environment

Direct impact on patient care

Job summary

Next Move Healthcare is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist in a hospital setting in Saranac Lake, NY. This full-time role offers a compensation of $65.00 per hour ($135,000 annually) and involves clinical pharmacy support for physicians, nursing staff, and patients.

The pharmacist will review orders, dispense medications, monitor regimens, and participate in quality improvement initiatives to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current New York State Pharmacist License.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of clinical pharmacy experience.
• Previous hospital pharmacy experience.
• Strong understanding of medication management and clinical pharmacy practices.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify medication orders for accuracy, appropriateness, and safety.
• Dispense medications and pharmaceutical supplies in accordance with department policies and regulatory requirements.
• Provide clinical pharmacy support and medication therapy recommendations.
• Monitor patient medication regimens for effectiveness, interactions, and adverse effects.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.
• Counsel patients and families regarding medication use when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate pharmacy records and documentation.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and hospital regulations.
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Communication

Collaboration

Medication management

Job description

About the job Clinical Pharmacist

Job Title: Clinical Pharmacist Location: Saranac Lake, New York Schedule: Full-Time | 40 Hours per Week Compensation: $65.00 per hour ($135,000 annually)

A well-established healthcare organization in the Adirondack region is seeking an experienced Clinical Pharmacist to join its Pharmacy Services team. This role is ideal for a pharmacist with a strong clinical background who is passionate about optimizing medication therapy, collaborating with healthcare providers, and delivering exceptional patient care in a hospital setting.

The Clinical Pharmacist will be responsible for the safe and effective dispensing of medications and pharmaceutical supplies while providing clinical support to physicians, nursing staff, and patients.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify medication orders for accuracy, appropriateness, and safety
• Dispense medications and pharmaceutical supplies in accordance with department policies and regulatory requirements
• Provide clinical pharmacy support and medication therapy recommendations
• Monitor patient medication regimens for effectiveness, interactions, and adverse effects
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes
• Counsel patients and families regarding medication use when appropriate
• Maintain accurate pharmacy records and documentation
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and hospital regulations
• Participate in quality improvement and patient safety initiatives

Qualifications

Required

• Current New York State Pharmacist License
• Minimum of 2-3 years of clinical pharmacy experience
• Previous hospital pharmacy experience
• Strong understanding of medication management and clinical pharmacy practices
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Preferred

• Experience working in an acute care or inpatient hospital setting
• Strong clinical decision-making and patient care skills

Ideal Candidate

• Patient-focused and detail-oriented
• Comfortable working as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team
• Strong clinical knowledge and critical thinking abilities
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Committed to medication safety and quality patient outcomes

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Stable full-time schedule
• Collaborative healthcare environment
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on patient care