Inpatient Staff Pharmacist

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Richmond is seeking an Inpatient Staff Pharmacist to ensure the integrity and effectiveness of drug use for all patients. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy and current licensure in Virginia. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving and communication skills, with a preference for those with pharmacy practice experience. This position involves monitoring drug orders and counseling patients in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

$20,000 Sign-On Bonus

Qualifications

• Current licensure with the Virginia State Board of Pharmacy required.
• Minimum of one year of pharmacy practice experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring and verification of drug-related orders.
• Counseling patients and resolving drug therapy problems.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Reasoning

Logical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's of Science in Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)

Job description

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**$20,000 Sign-On Bonus for offers accepted by June 30, 2025. Terms and Conditions apply**

The Pharmacist ensures the overall integrity, safety, rationality, and effectiveness of the drug use control process for all patients in the assigned geographic or specialty area, including Neonates, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, and Geriatrics.

Licensure, Certification, Or Registration Requirements For Hire

Current licensure with the Virginia State Board of Pharmacy required or obtained within the first 90 days of employment.

Licensure, Certification, Or Registration Requirements For Continued Employment

Current licensure with the Virginia State Board of Pharmacy.

Experience

REQUIRED: N/A

PREFERRED: Minimum of one (1) year of pharmacy practice experience in a similar setting; previous experience with state-of-the-art drug distribution, clinical service methods, drug information sources, and communication methods.

Education/training

REQUIRED: Bachelor's of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited academic program.

PREFERRED: Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) from an accredited academic program.

Independent Actions

Monitoring, screening, and verification of all drug-related orders for proper dosage, route, form, and schedule; ensuring expedited preparation and dispensing; resolving drug therapy problems; counseling patients; and resolving operational issues.

Supervisory responsibilities: N/A

Additional Requirements

Availability to work evenings, nights, and weekends; physical ability to lift 20-50 lbs; ability to stand, sit, bend, walk, climb, reach; strong recall, reasoning, problem-solving, communication, reading, and logical thinking skills; ability to handle a fast-paced environment and adapt to change.

Age groups served: All

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