Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist - Direct Patient Care Impact

Deaconess; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Deaconess seeks an Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist to join our hospital pharmacy team. You will provide direct clinical services while supporting operational activities, delivering patient‑centered care and promoting medication safety.

You will participate in rounds with physicians and nurses, review orders, and offer pharmacotherapy consultations to optimize outcomes. A strong clinical team and advanced technology empower you to practice at the top of your license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy from an accredited school.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Indiana and Kentucky, with licensure within 45 days of employment.
• Strong clinical judgment and evidence‑based patient care.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced healthcare environment.
• Commitment to patient safety, service excellence, and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive clinical pharmacy services for assigned patient care areas
• Review and verify medication orders to ensure safe, accurate, and appropriate therapy
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and collaborate with healthcare teams on patient care decisions
• Complete pharmacotherapy consults and provide medication‑related recommendations
• Educate patients and caregivers on medication therapies and treatment plans
• Respond to code blue events and other clinical emergencies as needed
• Perform medication chart reviews to identify opportunities for optimization and improved outcomes
• Support pharmacy operations through order verification, drug distribution, and IV room product verification
• Provide oversight and guidance to pharmacy technicians during daily departmental operations
• Contribute to medication safety, quality improvement, and process enhancement initiatives
• Participate in department and hospital committees
• Support the development of future pharmacy professionals through student precepting and mentoring opportunities

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Adaptability

Patient safety

Education

BSPharm or PharmD

Job description

Deaconess seeks an Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist to join our hospital pharmacy team. You will provide direct clinical services while supporting operational activities, delivering patient‑centered care and promoting medication safety.

You will participate in rounds with physicians and nurses, review orders, and offer pharmacotherapy consultations to optimize outcomes. A strong clinical team and advanced technology empower you to practice at the top of your license.