Clinical Pharmacist - Part-time

Baton-Rouge-General; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 103,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Baton Rouge General is seeking a part-time Pharmacist to join our hospital pharmacy team and ensure safe, effective medication management across the facility.

You will supervise pharmacy technicians, interpret orders, monitor drug therapies, and collaborate with clinical staff to uphold USP <797> standards while delivering high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• BS in Pharmacy is required.
• Hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Knowledge of drug therapy, contraindications, interactions, and USP <797> sterile standards.
• Ability to interpret medication orders and collaborate with clinical teams.
• Ability to supervise pharmacy technicians and support personnel.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, accurate medication therapy management across the hospital.
• Prepare and dispense medications according to orders and protocols.
• Interpret, verify, and document written and electronic medication orders.
• Maintain accurate patient medication profiles.
• Compound sterile products, chemotherapy, and TPN per USP <797>.
• Issue and document controlled substances per regulations.
• Monitor therapies for contraindications, interactions, allergies, and appropriateness.
• Review patient charts and document clinical interventions.
• Identify and report adverse drug reactions.
• Collaborate with practitioners to recommend cost-effective therapies and participate in QA activities.
• Supervise pharmacy technicians and support personnel.
• Maintain licensure and CE documentation.

Skills

Drug therapy knowledge

Medication order interpretation

Clinical judgment

Supervise technicians

Communication skills

Education

BS in Pharmacy

Job description

• Job Category Pharmacy
• Employee Type Part-Time

Description

Ensuring Safe, Effective, and Compassionate Medication Management

What We’re Looking For:

• BS in Pharmacy (required).
• Hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of drug therapy, contraindications, interactions, and USP <797> sterile standards.
• Ability to supervise pharmacy technicians and support personnel.
• Effective communication, clinical judgment, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret medication orders and collaborate with clinical teams.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• A collaborative pharmacy team committed to safe, high-quality medication management.
• Professional development, CE opportunities, and continued learning.
• Mission-centered environment built on service, compassion, and excellence.
• Employee perks: https://www.brgeneral.org/about/careers/perks

What You Will Do:

Provide safe, accurate, and cost-effective medication therapy management across the hospital, fulfilling physician orders, monitoring drug therapy, and supporting medication safety.

• Prepare and dispense medications according to physician orders and protocols.
• Interpret, verify, and document written and electronic medication orders.
• Maintain accurate patient medication profiles.
• Compound sterile products, chemotherapy, and TPN in accordance with USP <797>.
• Issue and document controlled substances per regulations.
• Monitor therapies for contraindications, interactions, allergies, and appropriateness.
• Review patient charts and document clinical interventions.
• Identify and report adverse drug reactions.
• Consult with practitioners and recommend cost-effective therapeutic alternatives.
• Participate in medication use reviews, audits, and quality improvement activities.
• Supervise pharmacy technicians and support personnel.
• Perform medication storage inspections and remove outdated medications.
• Support pharmacy automation and technology systems.
• Collaborate with IS, vendors, Nursing, Billing, and Clinical Informatics.
• Maintain licensure, CE documentation, competency requirements, and attend meetings.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

What Sets BRG Apart:

At Baton Rouge General, our pharmacy team plays a vital role in ensuring patients receive safe, effective, and timely care. Our pharmacists drive clinical quality, medication safety, and interdisciplinary collaboration across the hospital. Join a team that values your expertise and dedication.

Additional Information

• Shift times: Part-Time 3 days a week - Days, Evenings, and Weekends