Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist (Per Diem)

Trinity Health; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking an Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist to join the interdisciplinary healthcare team in Michigan. The role emphasizes optimizing medication therapy, patient-centered care, and participation in rounds with physicians and nurses.

The position is part-time with rotating shifts (6:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.) and occasional overtime. Requires PharmD or Doctor of Pharmacy with Michigan licensure; ASHP residency preferred; strong clinical judgment and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy required.
• PharmD or advanced degree preferred.
• Licensed or eligible to be licensed in Michigan.
• ASHP-accredited residency (PGY-1/PGY-2) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care: develop, monitor, and adjust pharmacotherapeutic regimens; participate in rounds with physicians and nurses to optimize outcomes.
• Deliver clinical pharmacy services: provide drug information, therapeutic recommendations, and support antimicrobial stewardship and other initiatives as assigned.
• Staffing: rotate between clinical and centralized operations; day and evening shifts 6:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.; occasional overnight coverage; perform order verification and dispensing.
• Medication preparation & dispensing: accurately compound, package, label, and dispense medications and IV solutions per USP <797>/<800>.
• Supervision & delegation: oversee technicians and interns and ensure proper task delegation.
• Education & mentorship: act as a resource and preceptor for students and residents; contribute to training programs.
• Quality improvement & professional development: participate in department projects and pursue ongoing growth.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Clinical Judgment

Safety & Compliance

Team Collaboration

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or advanced degree

Michigan pharmacist license (or eligible)

ASHP-accredited residency (PGY-1/PGY-2)

Job description

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist is an integral member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team, responsible for optimizing medication therapy and ensuring safe, effective, and patient-centered pharmaceutical care. This role combines direct clinical service, operational pharmacy support, education, and continuous quality improvement.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide Direct Patient Care:
  Develop, recommend, and monitor individualized pharmacotherapeutic regimens using expertise in pharmacology, pathophysiology, and pharmacokinetics. Participate in patient care rounds and collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal medication outcomes.
• Deliver Clinical Pharmacy Services:
  Offer timely drug information, therapeutic recommendations, and evidence-based guidance to the medical staff. Support antimicrobial stewardship, anticoagulation management, and other clinical initiatives as assigned.
• Staffing Responsibilities:
  Rotate through decentralized clinical pharmacy services and centralized pharmacy operations. This position primarily rotates between department day and evening shifts hours of 6:00 a.m. and 11:00 p.m. Occasional overnight coverage may be requested; such instances are infrequent. Perform order verification, medication distribution, and sterile and non-sterile compounding in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
• Medication Preparation & Dispensing:
  Accurately compound, package, label, and dispense medications, IV solutions, and specialized preparations. Ensure compliance with USP <797>/<800> and maintain a high standard of safety and quality.
• Supervision & Delegation:
  Provide oversight, guidance, and support to pharmacy technicians and pharmacy interns in daily operations. Ensure appropriate task delegation and adherence to workflow standards.
• Education & Mentorship:
  Serve as a resource and preceptor for pharmacy students, residents, and learners from other health professions. Contribute to the development of educational programs and training activities.
• Quality Improvement & Professional Development:
  Participate in departmental performance improvement projects and hospital quality initiatives. Pursue ongoing professional growth to meet organizational, departmental, and personal advancement goals.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Education & Licensure
  
  • Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy required; Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or other advanced degree preferred.
  • Must be licensed, or eligible for licensure, as a pharmacist in the State of Michigan.
  • Strongly preferred: completion of an ASHP-accredited residency (PGY-1 and/or PGY-2)
• Interpersonal & Communication Skills
  
  • Demonstrated ability to interact effectively and professionally with patients, families, healthcare team members, support staff, medical staff, and the public.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey clinical information clearly and compassionately.
• Safety & Compliance
  
  • Proven ability to perform all duties in a safe, accurate, and compliant manner while adhering to hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards in the delivery of patient care.
• Clinical Judgment & Problem-Solving
  
  • Ability to identify medication-related issues and patient care concerns, recognize situations outside the pharmacist's scope of responsibility, and initiate appropriate follow-up or escalation.
• Adaptability & Workflow Management
  
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting work priorities in collaboration with supervisors based on patient care needs, staffing demands, or departmental changes.
  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment requiring significant adaptability.
• Mission & Values Alignment
  
  • Ability to clearly articulate and consistently demonstrate a commitment to the philosophy, values, mission, and vision of Trinity Health.
• Professional Commitment & Experience
  
  • Demonstrated dedication to contemporary hospital pharmacy practice, evidenced by recent (within the past 5 years) inpatient pharmacy experience, residency training, or advanced clinical practice.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.