Hospital Staff Pharmacist: Patient-Centric Medication Expert

Texas Children's; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Children's Hospital is seeking a pharmacist to promote pharmaceutical care by managing the medication process, identifying drug-related problems, and resolving actual issues. Duties span entering orders, ensuring accuracy, aseptic preparation of sterile products, and participating in rounds and education for staff and patients.

The role involves reviewing therapies, monitoring outcomes, coordinating with nurses and physicians, and supporting code response and antibiotic stewardship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree required.
• Licensed pharmacist in Texas with an unrestricted license.

Responsibilities

• Ensure medication doses are appropriate based on diagnosis, weight/BSA, allergies, and interactions.
• Enter medication orders accurately and ensure correct processing and delivery within guidelines.
• Follow aseptic technique and infection-control practices when preparing sterile products.
• Review patient therapies, participate in rounds, and advise on side effects and interactions.
• Monitor efficacy and toxicity of regimens, high-risk medications, and drug levels.
• Assist with medication reconciliation at admission, transfer, and discharge and provide education to patients and caregivers.

Education

Pharmacy degree (PharmD or B.Pharm)

Job description

Texas Children's Hospital is seeking a pharmacist to promote pharmaceutical care by managing the medication process, identifying drug-related problems, and resolving actual issues. Duties span entering orders, ensuring accuracy, aseptic preparation of sterile products, and participating in rounds and education for staff and patients.

The role involves reviewing therapies, monitoring outcomes, coordinating with nurses and physicians, and supporting code response and antibiotic stewardship.