Inpatient Pharmacist - Clinical Care & Teaching

Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Generous paid time off

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC Health) seeks a motivated Inpatient Pharmacist in Charleston. This role advocates for medication-use safety and clinical excellence, collaborating with a diverse team in patient care. Required qualifications include a PharmD and an active SC pharmacist license. MUSC offers competitive salary, flexible scheduling, comprehensive benefits, professional growth opportunities, and a collaborative culture within a recognized academic health system.

Qualifications

• Ability to practice independently in a fast-paced, high-acuity inpatient environment.
• Strong clinical knowledge and commitment to teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and clinically assess medication orders for appropriateness.
• Provide comprehensive inpatient clinical pharmacy services.
• Serve as a medication therapy resource for healthcare professionals.
• Participate in medication reconciliation and transitions of care.
• Support pharmacy operations to ensure timely medication distribution.

Skills

Strong clinical knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent practice

Education

PharmD from ACPE-accredited college

Active South Carolina pharmacist license or eligibility

Job description

Job Description Summary

MUSC Health is seeking a highly motivated Inpatient Pharmacist to join our academic medical center in a rotational shift role. This position supports medication-use safety and clinical excellence across a diverse and complex inpatient population while working within a multidisciplinary, teaching-focused environment.
As part of MUSC Health—South Carolina’s only comprehensive academic health system—the inpatient pharmacist plays a key role in direct patient care, interprofessional collaboration, and support of the education mission for pharmacy learners.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC004415 SYS - ICCE - Pharmacy

Pay Rate Type

Pay Grade

Health-33

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:
• Review, verify, and clinically assess medication orders for appropriateness, safety, and efficacy
• Provide comprehensive inpatient clinical pharmacy services, including dosing optimization, renal/hepatic adjustments, antimicrobial stewardship support, and drug interaction management
• Serve as a medication therapy resource for physicians, residents, and other healthcare professionals
• Participate in medication reconciliation and transitions of care processes
• Support pharmacy operations to ensure timely and accurate medication distribution across inpatient units
• Oversee and support pharmacy technicians, including workflow coordination, troubleshooting, and verification support
• Perform order entry, product verification, and dispensing activities in accordance with departmental policies and regulatory standards
• Assist with management of medication shortages, formulary compliance, and therapeutic interchange as needed
• Document and communicate clinical and operational interventions in the electronic medical record and pharmacy systems
• Ensure compliance with MUSC Health policies, Joint Commission standards, and state and federal regulations
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and support MUSC’s academic mission, including interaction with pharmacy students and residents as appropriate

Schedule Details:
• Rotational shifts consisting of either five 8-hour shifts or four 10-hour shifts per week
• Shifts may vary betweendayand evening hours based on departmental needs
• Required to work weekend shifts on a rotating basis
• Holiday coverage included as part of the rotation

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications:
• PharmD from an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy
• Active South Carolina pharmacist license or eligibility for licensure
• Ability to practice independently in a fast-paced, high-acuity inpatient environment
• Strong clinical knowledge, communication skills, and commitment to teamwork

Preferred Qualifications:
• PGY1 Pharmacy Residency or equivalent inpatient experience
• Prior experience in an academic medical center or tertiary care hospital
• Interest in precepting pharmacy students or residents

What MUSC Health Offers:
• Competitive salary
• Flexible rotational scheduling structure
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans
• Generous paid time off and holiday benefits
• Opportunities for professional growth, teaching, and involvement in academic initiatives
• Collaborative culture within a nationally recognized academic health system

About MUSCHealth:
MUSC Health is the clinical enterprise of the Medical University of South Carolina, delivering world-class patient care, advancing research, and educating the next generation of healthcare professionals.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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