Per Diem Pharmacist: Patient Care & Drug Safety

Tenet Healthcare; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Part time

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare in Harlingen, TX is seeking a Pharmacist for per diem, rotating shifts. The role involves providing pharmaceutical care, reviewing therapy, dispensing medications, and ensuring regulatory compliance. You will advise physicians on medication utilization and support patient safety initiatives.

You must hold a Pharm.D. or B.S. in Pharmacy and a valid Texas pharmacy license; BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications are required if direct patient care responsibilities apply.

Qualifications

• Provide pharmaceutical care to patients and oversee medication therapy.
• Adhere to federal, state, and local pharmacy laws and regulations.
• Educate patients on medication use and safety.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams on drug utilization.

Responsibilities

• Review and monitor patient's therapy for safety and efficacy.
• Verify orders and review medication profiles for interactions and allergies.
• Prepare, label and dispense medications per prescriptions.
• Check high-risk IVs and perform dose adjustments as needed.
• Ensure medications are available, stored and procured properly.
• Supervise dispensing processes and maintain records.
• Maintain relationships with medical staff and provide drug information.
• Assist with medication reconciliation and clarification of orders.
• Educate patients on proper medication use.
• Participate in training healthcare professionals on medication use.

Skills

Pharmacy care

Medication safety

Regulatory compliance

Medication reconciliation

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Pharm. D. or BS in Pharmacy

Job description

Tenet Healthcare in Harlingen, TX is seeking a Pharmacist for per diem, rotating shifts. The role involves providing pharmaceutical care, reviewing therapy, dispensing medications, and ensuring regulatory compliance. You will advise physicians on medication utilization and support patient safety initiatives.

You must hold a Pharm.D. or B.S. in Pharmacy and a valid Texas pharmacy license; BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications are required if direct patient care responsibilities apply.