Clinical Pharmacist - Hospital PRN Every 4th Weekend

Mercy Health; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a PRN Clinical Pharmacist to join a collaborative hospital team. You will optimize medication therapy, serve as a medication expert, and help educate students and residents while supporting quality initiatives.

Responsibilities include reviewing orders, resolving drug-related issues, and contributing to patient safety and pharmacotherapy programs. Fourth weekend commitment required.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree or valid equivalent licensure.
• Missouri Pharmacist License is required.
• ACLS certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Review medication orders for accuracy and safety in a hospital setting.
• Identify and resolve drug-related problems and counsel providers, patients, and families.
• Educate and support pharmacy students, interns, and residents.
• Participate in clinical initiatives, quality improvement, and formulary management.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Patient-centered care

Adaptability

Education

PharmD or 3+ years Staff Pharmacist

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Overview

Responsible for performing all duties necessary to provide for the effective daily operation of all departmental services and programs. Responsible for identifying potential and existing drug related problems and taking appropriate actions to prevent or resolve them. Serves as the medication expert on the health care team and takes an active role in the care of patients. Provides education to the community, other health care providers, pharmacy interns, and pharmacy residents. Maintain/enhance pharmacotherapeutic skills through the reading of primary literature, national guidelines and/or medical references Performs related duties as assigned.

Position Details:

Clinical Pharmacist (Hospital PRN)

Every 4th Weekend | Make a Meaningful Impact on Patient Care

Are you a clinically driven Pharmacist who thrives in a collaborative hospital environment? Join our team as a PRN Clinical Pharmacist and play a vital role in optimizing medication therapy, improving patient outcomes, and serving as a trusted medication expert for physicians, nurses, patients, and families.

In this role, you will work alongside an interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure safe, effective, and evidence-based medication use while contributing to clinical initiatives, staff education, and quality improvement efforts.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Flexible PRN schedule with commitment of every 4th weekend
• Practice at the top of your license in a clinical hospital setting
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and healthcare professionals across multiple disciplines
• Make a direct impact on patient safety and medication outcomes
• Opportunities to educate, mentor, and support pharmacy students, interns, and residents
• Contribute to clinical programs, quality initiatives, and process improvements

What You'll Do

Clinical Pharmacy Practice

• Review, verify, and process medication orders accurately and efficiently.
• Identify, evaluate, and resolve medication-related issues, including:
  • Drug interactions and incompatibilities
  • Allergies and contraindications
  • Therapeutic duplications
  • Dosing concerns
  • Pharmacokinetic monitoring
  • Anticoagulation management
  • Potential inappropriate medication use
• Provide evidence-based drug information and recommendations to healthcare providers.
• Counsel patients and caregivers to promote safe and appropriate medication use.
• Participate in departmental clinical initiatives and therapeutic programs.

Patient Safety & Medication Management

• Ensure timely and accurate medication dispensing and order verification.
• Communicate effectively with providers regarding medication concerns and recommendations.
• Document interventions and outcomes appropriately within the patient record.
• Help maintain formulary compliance through:
  • Therapeutic interchanges
  • Management of non-formulary medications
  • Documentation of formulary interventions

Education & Leadership

• Serve as a pharmacy resource for healthcare teams, patients, and families.
• Support the development and training of pharmacy employees, students, residents, and interns.
• Provide educational presentations, projects, or in-services annually.
• Maintain current clinical knowledge through continuing education, clinical literature, and national guidelines.

Collaboration & Teamwork

• Partner with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Foster a culture of professionalism, respect, and continuous learning.
• Participate in special projects, committee support, quality initiatives, and departmental improvement efforts.
• Assist with regional hospital order verification in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Required Education

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree or
• Minimum of three (3) years of Staff Pharmacist experience

Licensure

• Current Missouri Pharmacist License

Certifications

• Missouri Board of Pharmacy Medication Therapy Services Certificate within 90 days of hire
• ACLS certification (or required internal competency modules) within 6 months of hire

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Commitment to patient-centered care and safety
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced hospital environment
• Professional, collaborative, and service-oriented mindset
• Adaptability and flexibility in a changing healthcare environment

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a pharmacist who is passionate about clinical excellence, values teamwork, and is committed to improving patient outcomes through expert medication management.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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