Clinical Pharmacist

CommonSpirit Health; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Tacoma, WA is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to support physicians and nurses in safe prescribing and dispensing of medications for patient recovery. You will review every prescription for interactions, dosing, and allergies, and verify accuracy in the computer system to ensure timely, correct medication delivery.

You will also communicate drug information to patients and health professionals, resolve drug-related issues, and continually learn to provide

Qualifications

• BLS/CPR certification required or to be obtained upon hire.
• Interprets medication orders and entries with attention to drug interactions and appropriate dosing.
• Verifies medications prepared by pharmacy staff to ensure accuracy and safety.
• Communicates drug information to patients and health professionals to resolve issues and optimize outcomes.
• Maintains foundational clinical knowledge and adapts to care for patients across all ages.

Responsibilities

• Document clinical activities and interventions (consults, patient teaching) per policy.
• Review prescriptions for drug interactions, dosing, allergies, and safety.
• Enter/verify orders in the computer system, label and dispense medications timely.
• Verify medications prepared by others and provide guidance as needed.
• Discuss drug information with patients and health professionals to resolve issues.
• Provide basic clinical services and keep up-to-date with automated systems.

Skills

BLS CPR

ACLS

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy

Pharmacist license WA

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

• Bachelors Of Science Pharmacy, upon hire or
• Doctor Of Pharmacy Pharmacy, upon hire
• Pharmacist: WA, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire and

Preferred

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support, upon hire

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.