PD Pharmacist

RWJBarnabas Health; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 84,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Pharmacist I at Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City, NJ. The role emphasizes safe preparation, dispensing, and monitoring of medications and IV admixtures within a hospital setting.

The position requires a PharmD or BS in Pharmacy with an active New Jersey pharmacist license; hospital experience is highly desirable. Per Diem status, evening shifts, and an hourly pay range apply.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy with PharmD or BS in Pharmacy.
• Active Registered Pharmacist license in good standing from New Jersey.
• Hospital pharmacy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, dispenses, and monitors medications and IV admixtures.
• Delivers clinical services to specialty units to optimize outcomes.
• Evaluates complex orders and resolves pharmaceutical issues.
• Maintains compliance with safety, regulatory, and hospital standards.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, and the care team on therapies.
• Supports pharmacy operations and documentation updates.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Clinical pharmacy

Collaboration

Education

PharmD degree

Active NJ Pharmacist license

Job description

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

Req #: 0000260394

Category: Pharmacy

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Evening

Facility: Jersey City Medical Center

Department: Pharmacy

Pay Range: $73.90 per hour

Location:

355 Grand Street, Jersey CIty, NJ 07302

Job Title: PD Pharmacist

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Pharmacy

Req #: 0000260394

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $73.90 - $73.90 per hour

Pay Transparency

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Pharmacist I – RWJBarnabas Health

At RWJBarnabas Health, the Pharmacist I plays a critical role in comprehensive patient care and operational excellence. Operating with a high level of independence, they ensure that medications and IV admixtures are prepared, dispensed, and monitored in a safe and rational manner according to legal, regulatory, and hospital standards. They are responsible for evaluating medical orders, documenting clinical metrics, maintaining regulatory compliance, and delivering high-quality pharmaceutical care to all patient age groups, including geriatric, adult, adolescent, pediatric, and neonatal patients.

A Typical Day For a Pharmacist I May Include

• Prepares, dispenses, and monitors both the prescribing and overall clinical effectiveness of all medications and IV admixtures
• Delivers advanced clinical services to assigned specialty units to optimize drug efficacy and patient health outcomes
• Utilizes a high level of independent decision-making to evaluate complex medical orders and resolve pharmaceutical issues
• Applies deep familiarity with all phases of hospital pharmacy practice to maintain seamless, efficient daily workflows
• Evaluates critical medication issues like drug interactions and dosing across diverse populations, from neonatal to geriatric patients
• Collaborates professionally with physicians, nurses, and the interdisciplinary care team regarding patient medication therapies
• Utilizes downtime efficiently to maintain clinical awareness, update documentation, and support pharmacy operations
• Adheres strictly to institutional policies, safety protocols, and state regulations to ensure complete medication security
  
  

This Role Might Be For You If

• Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues
• Attention to detail and clinical precision guide your work every day, understanding that errors have serious consequence
• You remain calm and highly adaptable while managing a fast-paced retail environment
• Patient safety, accurate drug evaluation, and delivering high-quality pharmaceutical care are your top priorities
• You enjoy working collaboratively with providers, nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams
• Continuous learning, inventory awareness, and operational efficiency motivate you
• Creating a positive, reassuring, and legally compliant patient experience is central to your approach
  
  

To Be Considered For This Pharmacist I Opportunity

• Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy with a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree
• Must hold and maintain an active Registered Pharmacist license/registration in good standing from the State of New Jersey
• Practical familiarity with all operational phases and workflows of a hospital pharmacy environment
• Successful completion of all hospital and departmental orientation programs is required
• Previous experience practicing in a hospital pharmacy environment is highly desirable
  
  

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer