Inpatient Behavioral Health Pharmacist & Clinician Mentor

State of Wyoming; Evanston (WY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Wyoming State Hospital is seeking a Staff Pharmacist to act as a clinical consultant in an inpatient setting, overseeing compounding, dispensing, and collaboration with providers to optimize therapy. You will supervise technicians and mentor pharmacy students, serving as a cornerstone of safe medication practices.

In this role, you mentor, participate in program development, and contribute to education initiatives while ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulatory guidelines across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy and eligible for Wyoming licensure.
• 1–3 years of progressive work experience in pharmacy.
• Ability to supervise pharmacy technicians and mentor pharmacy students.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, dispense, and compound medications in line with policy and regulatory guidelines.
• Validate and verify prescriber orders for accuracy, dose, route, frequency, duration, indication, and potential contraindications.
• Review patient medication profiles, consult with medical/nursing staff, and provide guidance on optimizing therapy.
• Maintain required records for controlled substances and oversee inventory, purchasing, and quality control of medications.
• Serve as a resource to healthcare professionals, pharmacy students, and state programs, providing clinical expertise and consultation as needed.
• Support program development and the Office of Pharmacy Services to ensure best use of resources.
• Participate in drug effectiveness reviews and evaluate clinical evidence to support safe, cost-effective prescribing.
• Provide information to state agencies, legislators, and public/private groups regarding pharmacy issues.
• Ensure all pharmaceutical care meets standards for safety and patient rights.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Patient counseling

Team mentorship

Drug interactions

Inventory control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:


Step into a vital role at the Wyoming State Hospital, where your expertise in behavioral health pharmacy directly transforms lives.As a Staff Pharmacist, you are more than a dispenser; you are a key clinical consultant and mentor in a specialized inpatient setting. You’ll oversee the safe compounding and dispensing of medications while collaborating directly with providers to optimize patient outcomes. From supervising pharmacy technicians to mentoring the next generation of pharmacy students, you will be the heartbeat of safe medication practices across our hospital.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck; it offers a lifestyle built on service and stability.Our total compensation package is designed to support your life both inside and outside the clinic.

Unmatched Flexibility & Stability

• No Weekends or Holidays: Enjoy guaranteed time off, with a schedule that respects your personal life.

• True Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible scheduling options.

• Housing: Please ask about the potential for on-site housing accommodations.

Comprehensive Benefits

• Robust Health Coverage: Low-deductible health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Generous Paid Leave: Accrued vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and paid state holidays.

• Secure Retirement: A state pension plan plus 457(b) options to build a worry-free future.

• Student Loan Support: As a state employee, you may qualify for Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).

• Tuition Reimbursement:We also offer a tuition reimbursement program to help with school debt.

• Education Support:Encouragement for professional growth, including time off and expense coverage to attend professional conferences, continuing education (CE) events, and certificate programs, as well as coverage for CE expenses.

Impactful Service

• Direct Community Impact: Whether serving our heroes in Buffalo or youth in Sheridan, your expertise directly improves lives.

• Professional Growth: Join a stable environment that prioritizes skills-based development and modern performance management.

• Mentorship Opportunities:Ample opportunities to precept pharmacy interns and engage in skills-based development.

• Clinical Resources: Gain full access to professional pharmacy references and resources.

• Career Development: We provide time off and expense coverage to attend professional conferences, CE events, and certificate programs.

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Human Resource Contact: Brenda Hales / [e-mail] / 307-677-5951


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

• Prepare, dispense, and compound medications in line with policy and regulatory guidelines.
• Validate and verify prescriber orders for accuracy, dose, route, frequency, duration, indication, and potential contraindications. Monitor for allergies, drug-drug/food/disease interactions, adverse reactions, and appropriate utilization.
• Review patient medication profiles, consult with medical/nursing staff, and provide guidance on optimizing therapy.
• Maintain required records for controlled substances and oversee inventory, purchasing, and quality control of medications.
• Serve as a resource to healthcare professionals, pharmacy students, and state programs, providing clinical expertise and consultation as needed.
• Support program development and the work of the Department of Health’s Office of Pharmacy Services to ensure the best use of resources.
• Participate in drug effectiveness reviews and evaluate clinical evidence to support safe, cost-effective prescribing.
• Provide information and education to state agencies, legislators, and public/private groups regarding pharmacy issues.
• Ensure all pharmaceutical care meets standards for safety, effectiveness, patient rights, and customer service.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of principles, concepts, and practices of pharmacy.
• Knowledge of the basic premises of medical practice, pharmacology, and toxicology.
• Knowledge of Wyoming and federal laws that apply to the practice of pharmacy.
• Knowledge of computer systems (Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook).
• Knowledge of personnel policies and rules.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (typically in Pharmacy)

Experience:

1-3 years of progressive work experience (typically in Pharmacy)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Licensure or eligible for licensure as a Pharmacist in the State of Wyoming

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc.
• Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt

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