Clinical Pharmacist (Inpatient)

VHC Health; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

VHC Health in Arlington, VA seeks a Clinical Pharmacist (Inpatient) to ensure safe, accurate distribution of medications and to provide advanced pharmaceutical care to patients, physicians, and nursing staff. The role emphasizes adherence to state and federal laws and hospital policies.

The ideal candidate has ACPE-accredited PharmD, Virginia Pharmacist license, and at least two years in a hospital setting; Doctorate or residency preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate from ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy.
• Doctorate in Pharmacy or Pharmacy Residency is preferred.
• Two years of hospital/clinic pharmacy experience required.
• Licensed Pharmacist in Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Distribute pharmaceutical agents safely and accurately to patients.
• Provide pharmaceutical care and clinical support to nursing staff, physicians and patients.
• Develop and implement care plans using disease management guidelines and standards.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Inpatient care

Medication safety

Team collaboration

Education

ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy

Pharmacy Residency or Doctorate preferred

Job description

Position Title

Clinical Pharmacist (Inpatient)

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

Responsible for the safe, accurate and rational distribution of pharmaceutical agents to patients of all ages. Develop and implement a plan of care utilizing disease management guidelines and standards. Provide pharmaceutical care and advanced clinical support to the nursing staff, physicians, and patients. This shall be carried out in accordance with all state and federal laws, JCAHO standards, and hospital / departmental policies and procedures.

Education:

Graduate School (College) Of Pharmacy Accredited by ACPE is required.

Doctorate in Pharmacy or Pharmacy Residency is preferred.

Experience:

Two years of experience in Healthcare/Medical - Pharmaceutical/Pharmacology or equivalent in a Hospital Clinic Setting is required.

Certification/Licensure:

Licensed as a Pharmacist by the Virginia Department of Health Professions required.

Additional Job Description

At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities.In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families.VHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions.The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law.VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.