Pharmacist

Deaconess; Jasper (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Deaconess is seeking a pharmacist to provide direct clinical services across patient care areas. You will review medication orders, participate in multidisciplinary rounds, and offer pharmacotherapy recommendations to optimize patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes patient education, emergency responsiveness, and collaboration with healthcare teams. Opportunities to engage in quality initiatives and student mentoring are available, within a supportive pharmacy team.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist licensure (Indiana/Kentucky) or eligibility.
• Pharmacist degree from an accredited school (BSPharm/PharmD).
• Ability to obtain license within 45 days of employment.
• Strong clinical judgment and evidence-based care.
• Excellent communication and collaboration in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical pharmacy services for assigned patient areas.
• Review and verify medication orders for safety and appropriateness.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and collaborate on patient care decisions.
• Complete pharmacotherapy consults and provide medication recommendations.
• Educate patients and caregivers on medications and treatment plans.
• Respond to code blue events and clinical emergencies.
• Perform medication chart reviews to identify optimization opportunities.
• Support operations through order verification and IV room verification.
• Provide oversight to pharmacy technicians during daily operations.
• Contribute to medication safety, quality improvement, and process enhancements.
• Participate in department and hospital committees.
• Mentor and precept students to develop future pharmacists.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Collaboration

Fast-paced environment

Patient safety

Education

BSPharm or PharmD

Indiana/Kentucky Pharmacist licensure

Job description

What You\'ll Do

• Provide comprehensive clinical pharmacy services for assigned patient care areas
• Review and verify medication orders to ensure safe, accurate, and appropriate therapy
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and collaborate with healthcare teams on patient care decisions
• Complete pharmacotherapy consults and provide medication-related recommendations
• Educate patients and caregivers on medication therapies and treatment plans
• Respond to code blue events and other clinical emergencies as needed
• Perform medication chart reviews to identify opportunities for optimization and improved outcomes
• Support pharmacy operations through order verification, drug distribution, and IV room product verification
• Provide oversight and guidance to pharmacy technicians during daily departmental operations
• Contribute to medication safety, quality improvement, and process enhancement initiatives
• Participate in department and hospital committees
• Support the development of future pharmacy professionals through student precepting and mentoring opportunities

What We\'re Looking For

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BSPharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an accredited school of pharmacy
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Pharmacist in Indiana and Kentucky
• Ability to obtain required licensure within 45 days of employment
• Strong clinical judgment and commitment to evidence-based patient care
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Commitment to patient safety, service excellence, and continuous learning

Preferred:

• Previous hospital pharmacy experience
• Advanced certifications such as BCPS, BCOP, or other relevant specialty credentials
• Interest in clinical practice advancement, quality improvement, and professional development

  What We Offer

  • The opportunity to spend the majority of your time in a direct clinical pharmacy role
  • Advanced technology and pharmacy automation that support efficient, patient-centered care
  • Collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams across a variety of patient care settings
  • Opportunities to participate in multidisciplinary rounds, consult services, and clinical decision-making
  • Professional growth through quality improvement projects, process enhancement initiatives, and committee involvement
  • Student precepting and mentorship opportunities that help develop future pharmacy professionals
  • A supportive pharmacy team that values clinical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement
  • A stable healthcare environment where your expertise directly impacts patient outcomes every day
  • A culture built on teamwork, professional growth, respect, and exceptional patient care

  Equal Opportunity Employer

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