Clinical Pharmacist at Patient Services Washington DC

Patient Services; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 105,684 - 176,155; Full time

Job summary

Patient Services is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist in Washington DC. The role involves medication order processing, drug therapy monitoring, and ensuring compliance with safety guidelines. Candidates must have completed a five-year pharmacy program and possess at least one year of experience in pharmacy. This full-time position offers a salary range from $105,684 to $176,155 based on qualifications and experience. A commitment to patient safety and efficient resource management is essential.

Qualifications

• 1 year Pharmacy experience in a clinical setting is required.
• Must maintain proficiency in medication handling and compounding.
• Ability to interpret medication orders and provide drug information.

Responsibilities

• Oversee packaging, labeling, and distribution of medications.
• Perform drug therapy monitoring and intervene as necessary.
• Develop and maintain accurate drug information records.

Skills

Medication order processing

Drug therapy monitoring

Communication skills

Education

Completion of a five year pharmacy program

Job description

Clinical Pharmacist

Position at Patient Services, Washington DC.

Description

Performs medication order processing responsibilities within established policies, procedures and guidelines and provides drug information while applying a thorough understanding and knowledge of drug and medical therapy.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

Completion of a five year pharmacy program in an accredited college of pharmacy. (Required)

Minimum Work Experience

1 year Pharmacy experience (Required)

Functional Accountabilities

Medication Processing

• Interpret medication orders, profile orders and oversee the packaging, labeling and distribution of medications.

Drug Intervention and Education

• Perform drug therapy monitoring and intervene as necessary on drug dosing, drug administration, drug interactions, side‑effects and monitoring issues; complete therapeutic drug monitoring consults and adverse drug reaction reports as assigned.
• Provide accurate and timely drug information to physicians, nurses and other health professionals.
• Interpret research medication orders, ensure accurate preparation of investigational drugs and maintain complete and accurate records.
• Must maintain proficiencies in medication handling (including hazardous medications), compounding sterile/non‑sterile preparation(s) and completing quality assurance checks per standard operating procedures and policies in compliance with USP <795>, <797> and <800> guidelines.

Supervision/Training

• Oversee the work of Pharmacy Technicians by directing and assisting as necessary to ensure rapid medication order turn‑around time.
• Assist with the education, training and general supervision of Pharmacy Residents, Students and Technicians.

Safety

• Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance.
• Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation.
• Stop in the face of uncertainty and take time to resolve the situation.
• Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication.
• Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co‑workers.
• Attend carefully to important details – practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self‑check behavior and performance.

Organizational Accountabilities

Organizational Commitment/Identification

• Anticipate and respond to customer needs; follow up until needs are met.

Teamwork/Communication

• Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior.
• Partner with all team members to achieve goals.
• Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions.

Performance Improvement/Problem‑solving

• Contribute to a positive work environment.
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change.
• Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes.
• Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment.

Cost Management/Financial Responsibility

• Use resources efficiently.
• Search for less costly ways of doing things.

Primary Location

District of Columbia – Washington

Work Locations

CN Hospital (Main Campus)

111 Michigan Avenue NW

Washington 20010

Job

Allied Health

Organization

Patient Services

Position Status: R (Regular)- FT - Full‑Time

Shift: Variable

Work Schedule: VAR

Job Posting

Oct 15, 2025, 9:15:57 PM

Full‑Time Salary Range

105,684.8-176,155.2