Evening Clinical Pharmacist - Patient Care & Safety

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off PTO

Competitive Shift Differential

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. in Naples, FL, is seeking a Pharmacist to ensure safe and effective medication use through accurate dispensing, clinical support, and collaboration with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care.

The role emphasizes medication safety, patient education, adherence to regulatory standards, and participation in quality improvement initiatives while supporting the pharmacy team during evening shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy or PharmD required.
• 0-1 years of hospital or retail pharmacy experience required.

Responsibilities

• Accurately prepares, verifies, and dispenses medications in compliance with prescription orders, hospital protocols, and regulatory standards.
• Reviews medication orders for appropriateness, assesses patient medication regimens, and provides recommendations to optimize therapy.
• Counsels patients and families on proper medication use, potential side effects, and adherence strategies to ensure safe and effective therapy.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members to resolve medication-related issues and improve patient outcomes.
• Participates in medication safety initiatives, quality improvement projects, and compliance audits to minimize errors and enhance care delivery.
• Participates in the development and implementation of clinical protocols, pathways, and evidence-based guidelines to standardize medication use and improve patient care.
• Monitors patient outcomes, evaluates the effectiveness of therapy, and adjusts medications as needed to enhance safety and efficacy.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of clinical interventions, medication therapy management activities, and patient consultations in the electronic health record.
• Engages in quality improvement initiatives focused on medication safety, efficacy, and adherence, contributing to a culture of safety and excellence.
• Stays current with advancements in pharmacotherapy and participates in ongoing education and training activities.
• Assists in managing pharmacy inventory, including monitoring stock levels, ensuring timely replenishment, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Pharmacology knowledge

Drug interactions

Evidence-based therapeutics

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Pharmacy software proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Tools

Pharmacy software systems

Electronic health records

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. in Naples, FL, is seeking a Pharmacist to ensure safe and effective medication use through accurate dispensing, clinical support, and collaboration with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care.

The role emphasizes medication safety, patient education, adherence to regulatory standards, and participation in quality improvement initiatives while supporting the pharmacy team during evening shifts.