Clinical Pharmacist: Medication Therapy & Patient Care

St. Dominic Hospital; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Dominic Hospital is seeking a licensed pharmacist to dispense medications and provide clinical drug information within a hospital setting. The role includes reviewing prescriptions, ensuring safety, and collaborating with physicians and nurses to optimize patient therapy.

The pharmacist will supervise pharmacy staff, manage formulary compliance, and participate in medication safety and quality initiatives. A current state license and PharmD/PharmD-equivalent are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of pharmacokinetics and pharmacology related to drug therapy.
• Ability to calculate dosages based on patient parameters (age, organ function, weight).
• Advises health professionals on drug properties, administration, and compatibility.
• Uses computer systems to dose and monitor therapies.
• Provides in-service education to staff and documents interventions.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret prescriptions to ensure safety and quality of care.
• Supervise and review functions of pharmacy support staff.
• Maintain inventory and remove out-of-date medications promptly.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to optimize therapy and outcomes.
• Document interventions and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Pharmacokinetics

Clinical pharmacology

Clinical decision making

Effective communication

Team leadership

Education

D Pharm / PharmD

State pharmacist license

Job description

St. Dominic Hospital is seeking a licensed pharmacist to dispense medications and provide clinical drug information within a hospital setting. The role includes reviewing prescriptions, ensuring safety, and collaborating with physicians and nurses to optimize patient therapy.

The pharmacist will supervise pharmacy staff, manage formulary compliance, and participate in medication safety and quality initiatives. A current state license and PharmD/PharmD-equivalent are required.