Clinical Pharmacist

Cardinal Health; Webster Groves (MO); On-site; USD 69,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

HSA

401k savings plan

MyFlexPay access to wages

FSAs

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Job summary

Cardinal Health is recruiting a Clinical Pharmacist II to work in a hospital system pharmacy. The role supports youth mental health care and involves dispensing, verification, and education in a 40-hour weekly schedule (Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM).

The pharmacist supervises technicians, ensures compliance with accreditation standards, and participates in antimicrobial stewardship and other clinical tasks.

Qualifications

• Licensed Missouri pharmacist or eligible for licensure.
• In-patient hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• IV experience preferred or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Verifies physician orders using the pharmacy information system.
• Adjusts dosages per established protocols and provides patient education.
• Supervises Pharmacy Technicians and ensures compliance with regulations.
• Maintains accreditation readiness and manages narcotics control.
• Educates patients on medications and discharge plans.
• Collaborates with nurses and physicians to verify orders.

Skills

In-patient hospital pharmacy

Flexibility to work shifts

IV experience

Communication with healthcare team

Computer systems proficiency

Education

Missouri Pharmacist license

Job description

What Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers. Health System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers may also consult with and advise healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes. Job Summary Cardinal Health manages the pharmacy for Youth Mental Health Care and we are currently recruiting for a Clinical Pharmacist. Schedule would be 40 hours a week, Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30PM. Working in a hospital system pharmacy outsourced to Cardinal Health, the Pharmacist II adjusts and dispenses medication to patients and drives the compliant and efficient operations of the pharmacy. The Pharmacist verifies physician orders using the pharmacy information system, makes adjustments according to protocols for a given medication, and provides patient education. This job also supervises Pharmacy Technicians and manages compliance tasks related to accreditation, narcotics control, and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Applies expert knowledge of drugs and related protocols, to verify physician orders for medications using pharmacy information system.
• Checks drug and dose in relation to stated patient issue and addresses automated alerts from the system regarding drug type, dose, and other metrics.
• Supervises Pharmacy Technicians to ensure the compliant and efficient operations of the pharmacy.
• Checks all work of Pharmacy Technicians in line with State Boards of Pharmacy regulations and provides guidance on complex prescriptions, pharmacy automation systems, orders, and other issues.
• Adjusts dosages based on established protocols for each drug, ensuring that dosages are appropriate for the patient’s condition and in light of other medications the patient is using and completes clinical tasks related to antimicrobial stewardship.
• Educates patients on the proper use and expected effects of medications, especially when patients are using multiple medications, are beginning new regiments, or are being discharged.
• Manages narcotics and inventory control and compliance, including regular documentation and completion of checklists.
• Audits outdated medication in states where Pharmacy Technicians are not permitted to do so.
• Contacts Nurses and Physicians as necessary to verify orders and obtain additional information regarding the order.
• Assists the Pharmacy Director in maintaining the pharmacy’s accreditation and in implementing operational changes within the pharmacy, such as the use of new systems or adjustments of standard procedures.

Qualifications

• Licensed, “good standing” pharmacist in the state of Missouri or willing to become licensed in the state
• In-patient hospital pharmacy experience preferred
• Flexibility to work various shifts
• IV experience preferred or willing to obtain
• Ability to hear, write, and speak clearly in order to communicate with customers and health care professionals
• Strong customer service skills.
• Manual dexterity required for occasional reach, lifting and holding of small objects.
• Computer savvy to learn and perform successful operation of multiple pharmacy information systems.
• May require vendor credentialing

What is expected of you and others at this level

• Applies working knowledge in the application of concepts, principles and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks
• Works on projects of moderate scope and complexity
• Identifies possible solutions to a variety of technical problems and takes action to resolve
• Applies judgment within defined parameters
• Receives general guidance and may receive more detailed instruction on new projects
• Work reviewed for sound reasoning and accuracy

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

Application window anticipated to close: 11/30/2026

Anticipated hourly range: $50.10 per hour - $71.70 per hour Bonus eligible: No

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE: CAH) is a distributor of pharmaceuticals, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products, and a provider of performance and data solutions for healthcare facilities. We are a crucial link between the clinical and operational sides of healthcare, delivering end‑to‑end solutions and data‑driving insights that advance healthcare and improve lives every day. With deep partnerships, diverse perspectives and innovative digital solutions, we build connections across the continuum of care. With more than 50 years of experience, we seize the opportunity to address healthcare's most complicated challenges — now, and in the future.

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day.

Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

The hourly range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.