Clinical Pharmacist - Prior Authorizations (PRN)

Mercy; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans for 32+ hours

Job summary

Mercy Hospital is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist for Prior Authorizations in Chesterfield. The role collaborates with physicians, nurses, and care teams to ensure safe, effective, patient-centered therapy.

You will serve as a drug information resource and contribute to clinical initiatives while supporting education and quality improvement within Mercy’s mission-driven environment. The position requires a pharmacy degree, an active pharmacist license, and at least two years of clinical

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BS) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited school of pharmacy (required).
• Current pharmacist license in the applicable state (required).
• Two or more years of clinical pharmacy experience (preferred).
• Completion of a PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Review patient records to ensure appropriate medication therapy.
• Assess patient conditions to address clinical needs in treatment plans.
• Develop medication plans to minimize risk and optimize outcomes.
• Consult with prescribers, nurses, and patients regarding medications, dosing, and therapy recommendations.
• Provide guidance on proper drug administration and monitor outcomes.
• Serve as a clinical resource for care teams and maintain subspecialty expertise.
• Participate in Medication Therapy Services and recommend dosing, scheduling, routes, and monitoring.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy experience

Education

BS in Pharmacy or PharmD

Job description

Clinical Pharmacist – Prior Authorizations

Location: Chesterfield

Hours: PRN

Make a meaningful impact every day. Join Mercy’s mission to deliver exceptional, compassionate care.

We’re seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to join our team at Mercy Hospital St. Louis. In this role, you’ll collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe, effective, and patient‑centered medication therapy. You’ll serve as a trusted resource for drug information, contribute to clinical initiatives, support education efforts, and play a vital role in delivering high‑quality pharmaceutical care. At Mercy, you’ll work in an environment that reflects our Mission and Values and promotes professional growth, teamwork, and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical & Professional Practice Review patient records to ensure appropriate medication therapy.
• Assess patient conditions to ensure treatment plans address all clinical needs.
• Develop medication plans that minimize risk and optimize outcomes.
• Consult with prescribers, nurses, and patients regarding medications, dosing, and therapy recommendations.
• Provide guidance on proper drug administration and assess treatment outcomes.
• Serve as a clinical resource for care teams and maintain subspecialty expertise as appropriate.
• Participate in patient assessment and Medication Therapy Services, including recommending appropriate dosing, scheduling, routes, and monitoring for contraindications and interactions.

Collaboration & Education

• Collaborate with healthcare professionals across the care continuum to support optimal patient care.
• Precept and mentor pharmacy students and residents as needed.
• Present in‑services and educational sessions for medical center and clinic staff.
• Serve on committees and contribute to departmental initiatives such as MUEs, policy reviews, and quality improvement projects.

Operational & Safety Responsibilities

• Evaluate medication orders for accuracy and appropriateness.
• Participate in investigational protocols and documentation as needed.
• Support quality assurance efforts by documenting issues and recommending solutions.
• Complete required expiration checks, inspections, and floor‑stock reviews.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory, licensing, and accreditation standards.
• Follow confidentiality and safety policies consistently.

Technology & Systems

• Use pharmacy information systems (e.g., Epic) for order verification and clinical documentation.
• Utilize drug information software such as Micromedex.
• Work with pharmacy automation systems (e.g., Omnicell, McKesson Automation, ScriptPro, Baxa) as required.

Professionalism & Service

• Demonstrate Mercy Signature Service standards in all interactions.
• Maintain positive relationships with healthcare staff and contribute to an environment of respect and collaboration.
• Meet dress code, PPE, hygiene, and professional conduct standards.
• Manage time effectively to meet required deadlines.

Qualifications

• Education Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BS) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited school of pharmacy (required).
• Licensure Current pharmacist license in the applicable state of practice (required).

Preferred Experience

• Two or more years of clinical pharmacy experience.
• Completion of a PGY‑1 Pharmacy Residency (preferred).

Join a team where your expertise matters and your compassion makes a difference.

Why Mercy?

• medical coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• paid time off
• tuition support
• 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.

Transforming the Health of Our Communities

Our Mercy health system was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1986. But our heritage goes back more than 195 years. It began with an Irish woman named Catherine McAuley, who was determined to help women and children in Dublin experiencing poverty. Though Catherine had a modest upbringing, she received an unexpected inheritance that allowed her to fulfill that dream. In 1827, she opened the first House of Mercy in Dublin, intending to teach skills to women and educate children. Many volunteers came to help. A few years later, Catherine founded the Sisters of Mercy, one of the first religious orders whose Sisters were free to walk among the poor and visit them in their homes. In 1843, the Sisters of Mercy came to the United States. In 1856, they traveled to St. Louis. In the years to come, they would establish hospitals throughout the Midwest. Many of these would join together in 1986 as Mercy.