Clinical Pharmacist- Emergency Department

Sentara; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 148,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Sentara RMH Medical Center in Harrisonburg, VA is seeking a Pharmacist to provide safe, effective medication-use and comprehensive pharmaceutical care in a hospital setting. The role requires a Virginia license within 90 days of hire and hospital experience is preferred.

Earn a competitive base pay with excellent benefits and opportunities for professional growth. The position emphasizes patient counseling, collaboration with care teams, and adherence to clinical practice standards to ensure

Qualifications

• Hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Must obtain Virginia Pharmacist License (RPh) within 90 days of hire.
• Strong clinical knowledge and patient‑centered care practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, effective pharmacy services and patient counseling.
• Review and verify provider medication orders for safety and appropriateness.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of medications and disease states relevant to practice.
• Serve as a resource for drug information and education to staff and patients.
• Precept pharmacy students and participate in training as assigned.

Skills

Patient counseling

Clinical pharmacology

Team collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Level Degree

Job description

City/StateHarrisonburg, VAWork ShiftRotatingOverview:OverviewResponsible and accountable for the provision of safe, effective, and prompt pharmacy services. Participates in all necessary aspects of the medication-use system while providing comprehensive and individualized pharmaceutical care to the patients in their assigned areas.1. Demonstrates the ability to work in areas of pharmacy practice competently and independently2. Manages patient drug therapy in accordance with applicable clinical practice standards3. Assures the appropriateness of all provider medication orders in maintaining a high level of patient care and safety4. Maintains current knowledge of medication use and disease states applicable to their area of practice5. Serves as the primary resource for drug information and education6. Provides in-depth patient counseling when required7. Participates in the training of new employees as assigned8. Assumes local responsibility and ownership for assigned tasks9. Consistently follows policies and procedures10. Continually seeks out additional training opportunities and stays abreast of new and changing information for assigned areas11. Demonstrates superior customer service, effective communication, decision-making, and organization to ensure efficient job performance and success12. Serves as a role model in the following areas: professionalism, collaboration, and teamwork.13. Ensures adequate supplies are available for continuous patient care14. Triages and escalates any questions or issues outside the scope of practice as needed15. Uses appropriate systems for processing of patient information16. Ensures quality assurance is maintained according to departmental and legal requirements17. Operates pharmacy equipment appropriately18. Precepts pharmacy students as assigned19. In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assignedManages patient drug therapy in accordance with applicable clinical practice standardsAssures the appropriateness of all provider medication orders in maintaining a high level of patient care and safetyMaintains current knowledge of medication use and dEducationBLD - Bachelor's Level DegreeCertification/LicensureMust obtain valid RPh license in state of practice within 90 days of hire.Pharmacist License (RPh) - State license - Virginia Department of Health Professionals (VADHP)ExperienceHospital pharmacy experience (required)3-5 years of experience (preferred)We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $148,304.00 - $214,926.40 annually. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Note: If an annual salary is posted, it is based on a full-time colleague working 2,080 hours annually. Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career• Medical, Dental, Vision plans• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave• Emergency Backup Care• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans• Life Insurance• 401k/403B with Employer Match• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000•Pet Insurance•Legal Resources Plan•Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.Sentara RMH Medical Center, a Magnet designated hospital located in Harrisonburg VA, serves a seven-county area with a population of 218,000 residents, employing 2600 locals. The 238-bed community hospital has been serving Harrisonburg, Rockingham County and surrounding areas since 1912, then partnered with the Sentara Health System in May of 2011. Sentara RMH features the RMH Hahn Cancer Center, a state-of-the-art center equipped with the latest cancer fighting technologies available in the nation administrating more than 18,000 cancer treatments. With 1800 delivered babies, 60,000 emergency patients and 21,000 surgical procedures, Sentara has a position for you. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.Our Caring Workplace Environment•A Caring Commitment serving our community for 100+ years•Free and convenient parking•Collaboration and shared governance•CMS 5-Star and Magnet designated hospital•EAP – 24 x 7Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.