Clinical Pharmacist: Patient-Centric Medication Expert

CommonSpirit Health; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph East in Lexington, Kentucky, is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to assist doctors and nurses in safely prescribing and dispensing medications to improve patient outcomes. You will review prescriptions for interactions, dosing, allergies, and other issues, serving as the final safety check beyond the computer system.

The role requires ongoing learning, real-time research, and a commitment to exceptional patient care, above and beyond standard expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy required at hire.
• Doctor of Pharmacy required at hire.
• Pharmacist license in KY required at hire.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Document clinical activities and interventions.
• Interpret medication orders for interactions and appropriateness.
• Verify medications prepared by staff.
• Communicate drug information to patients and health professionals.
• Maintain knowledge base to provide clinical services across age groups.
• Maintain working knowledge of automated systems.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Medication safety

Interprofessional communication

Documentation of interventions

Automated systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy

Job description

Saint Joseph East in Lexington, Kentucky, is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to assist doctors and nurses in safely prescribing and dispensing medications to improve patient outcomes. You will review prescriptions for interactions, dosing, allergies, and other issues, serving as the final safety check beyond the computer system.

The role requires ongoing learning, real-time research, and a commitment to exceptional patient care, above and beyond standard expectations.