Pediatric Pharmacist-Night Shift, 7 On-7 Off

Memorial Hermann Health System; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Children's Hospital is expanding with a satellite pharmacy opening in 2027 to support a new Heart Center ICU/IMU team. We are recruiting for two full-time night pharmacists from 8:30 p.m. to 7 a.m., on a 7 on/7 off schedule.

Hospital experience, especially with pediatrics, is highly desired, and IV compounding experience is a plus. Responsibilities include filling and labeling prescriptions, providing drug information to patients and staff, supervising pharmacy technicians, and

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy.
• Licenses/Certifications: Licensed as a Registered Pharmacist in Texas; IV Certification required if sterile compounds are made.

Responsibilities

• Fills and labels prescriptions for in-patients and staff.
• Dispenses controlled substances and maintains inventory records.
• Supervises pharmacy technicians and mentors residents/students.
• Participates in Medication Use Evaluation and Process Improvement programs.
• Maintains medication profiles and IV solutions preparation.
• Adheres to state/federal laws and hospital policies.

Skills

Hospital pharmacy experience

Pediatric hospital experience

IV compounding

Education

Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy

Job description

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Memorial Hermann Children's Hospital is growing!

A new satellite pharmacy is opening in April of 2027 to support our new 52 bed Heart Center ICU/IMU team!

Currently we are recruiting for 2 Fulltime Night Pharmacists.

8:30 p.m. to 7 a.m.

Schedule is 7 on/7 off

Hospital pharmacy experience is preferred. Pediatric hospital experience is highly desired.

Experience with IV compounding a plus.

Must have current Texas Pharmacy license and hold IV Certification.

Position is responsible for filling and labeling prescriptions, providing drug-related information to patients, hospital employees and medical staff, and supervising the activities of pharmacy technical support staff.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy

Licenses/Certifications: Licensed as a Registered Pharmacist in the State of Texas; Pharmacy Sterile Product certification through an in-house program or other accredited program is required if incumbent compounds sterile products

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

Principal Accountabilities

• Fills and labels prescriptions, and provides drug-related information and education for in-patients, out-patients, hospital employees and medical staff.
• Dispenses controlled substances and maintains appropriate inventory records.
• Supervises the activities of the pharmacy technical staff and Mentors or trains pharmacy students or residents.
• Participates in the Medication Use Evaluation Program and the Process Improvement Program.
• Maintains medication profiles and reviews for drug related problems.
• Maintains the scheduling and preparation of I.V. solutions and additives.
• Adheres to state and federal laws governing the practice of pharmacy, as well as to hospital and departmental policies and procedures, and maintains records as required.
• Initiates reports of medication errors or adverse drug interactions.
• Assists with inventory control, obtains out-of-stock items when needed.
• Performs clinical interventions, which may include medication profile review, IV to oral conversion, renal dosing adjustment, antimicrobial streamlining, patient counseling, obtaining medication histories, vancomycin/aminoglycoside dosing, therapeutic drug monitoring, and participation in multidisciplinary rounds.
• Documents clinical interventions
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, skills competency, supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.