Clinical Pharmacist

Dignity Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 76,000 - 113,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) in Phoenix, AZ, part of Dignity Health, is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to help physicians and nurses safely prescribe and dispense medications. You’ll review prescriptions, assess drug interactions, dosing accuracy, allergies, and other safety concerns before finalizing the order.

You’ll document clinical activities, communicate drug information to patients and staff, and support care across all age groups.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Of Science Pharmacy or Doctor Of Pharmacy license (PharmD).
• American Heart Association-issued Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS).
• AZ pharmacist license (Pharmacist: AZ).

Responsibilities

• Review prescriptions for drug interactions, dosing accuracy, allergies, and other safety concerns.
• Enter/verify orders in the computer system, label, and dispense medications promptly.
• Verify medications prepared by others and communicate drug information to patients and health professionals.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Clinical Pharmacist, you’ll help our doctors and nurses safely prescribe and dispense medications to help our patients feel better and recover from their illness or injury.

Every day, you’ll build trust in these interactions by reviewing every prescription in your queue. We never rely entirely on the computer to check for safety; we always use an expert for the final check. That’s you. You’ll review prescriptions for potential drug interactions, correct dosing, patient allergies or anything that looks unusual in your opinion.

To excel in this role, you must enjoy learning new concepts and researching information in real-time to provide solutions for our patients. You should also continually look for ways to go above and beyond for your patients, delivering an exceptional experience along with exceptional care.

• Demonstrates ability to document clinical activities and interventions such as consults, patient teachings and other patient specific information as defined by policy and procedure.

• Interprets medication orders and/or prescriptions for drug interactions, appropriate drug selection and appropriateness. Accurately enters / verifies the order or prescription into the computer system, labels, and dispenses medications in a timely manner.

• Verifies and checks medications prepared by other pharmacy personnel.

• Communicates drug information to patients and health professionals. Resolves drug related problems by consulting with other health care professionals to achieve appropriate patient outcomes. Unclear orders written by a licensed provider are clarified with the licensed provider. Assists the licensed provider in appropriate drug selection and therapeutic regimens.

• Achieves and maintains an adequate basic knowledge base to provide clinical services for all age groups served. Provides basic clinical services as required by policy and procedure.

• Maintains a working knowledge of automated systems

Job Requirements

Required

• Bachelors Of Science Pharmacy, or
• Doctor Of Pharmacy Pharmacy
• Pharmacist: AZ,
• American Heart Association-issued Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CT CPRBLS)

Preferred

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support, upon hire

Where You'll Work

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Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC)

Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life-changing care, embracing patients with humankindness.

Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.

Leaders in Specialized Care:

• Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.

• Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.

• Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.

Why SJHMC?

• Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.

• Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.

• Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness.

Pay Range

$54.76 - $81.45 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.