Hospital Pharmacist - Clinical Care & Patient Counseling

Hackensack Meridian Health; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Staff Pharmacist to ensure safe, effective medication use across clinical and distribution services. You will review medications, oversee controlled substances, and support regulatory compliance in a hospital setting.

The role requires NJ licensed pharmacist status, 1–2 years hospital experience, and familiarity with USP standards and EPIC systems. Training, mentorship, and a collaborative team environment are offered.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Pharmacy or APCE accredited equivalent.
• 1–2 years hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Knowledge of USP 795/797/800.
• EPIC experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Comply with state and federal regulations and hospital policies.
• Review and verify medications prior to dispensing.
• Oversee dispensing, chain of custody, and accountability of controlled substances.
• Handle investigational drugs where applicable.
• Adhere to USP 795, 797, 800 standards for compounding.
• Oversee activities of Pharmacy Technicians and Assistants.
• Provide safe medication practices per guidelines.
• Address patient needs considering age, culture, language, and accessibility.
• Research and answer pharmacological questions for clinicians.
• Participate in pharmacy clinical initiatives and training.

Skills

Hospital pharmacy experience

USP 795/797/800 knowledge

EPIC experience

Education

BS Pharmacy degree

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Staff Pharmacist to ensure safe, effective medication use across clinical and distribution services. You will review medications, oversee controlled substances, and support regulatory compliance in a hospital setting.

The role requires NJ licensed pharmacist status, 1–2 years hospital experience, and familiarity with USP standards and EPIC systems. Training, mentorship, and a collaborative team environment are offered.