Pharmacist

LCMC Health; Marrero (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

LCMC Health, West Jefferson Medical Center in Louisiana, seeks a licensed pharmacist to provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care, including medication distribution, patient counseling and education. You will verify orders, review therapies for safety, and support the pharmacy team in a fast-paced hospital setting.

The role emphasizes independent work, adherence to state and federal regulations, and ongoing clinical consultation with physicians and nursing staff to ensure optimal patient

Qualifications

• Licensed pharmacist in Louisiana.
• Ability to interpret and clarify medication orders.
• Knowledge of pharmacy laws and DEA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Interprets medication orders and transcribes to profiles.
• Provides clinical consultation and drug information to staff, patients and families.
• Maintains records for controlled substances and ensures timely pharmacy services.

Skills

Pharmacy license

Clinical pharmacy

Drug information

Job description

Your job is more than a job

The pharmacist provides comprehensive pharmaceutical care through integrated drug distribution, patient counseling and teaching.

GENERAL DUTIES

Interprets medication orders and transcribes to computerized patient medication profiles accurately. Reviews drug therapies for contraindications, interactions, allergies and appropriateness of orders for patients. Demonstrates the ability to assess and interpret age specific data. Contacts physician and clarifies medication orders and documents interventions appropriately.

Provides clinical consultation, drug information and clarification to practitioners, nursing staff, patients and family. Sustains hospital formulary minimizing non-formulary procurements, utilizing therapeutic interchange protocols and suggesting appropriate cost effective and therapeutic equivalent alternatives. Maintains knowledge of Louisiana and Federal pharmacy laws and DEA regulations.

Supervises and directs pharmacy support personnel. Verifies the Pharmacy Technician’s appropriate dispensing of medications and preparation of non-sterile compounding as required by law/policies. Oversees operation of the Pharmacy in the absence of the Pharmacy Supervisor as necessary. Works independently with minimal supervision; organizes and prioritizes work assignments and ensures Pharmacy services are provided in a timely manner.

Accurately dispenses medications and prepares sterile admixtures, including sterile products, chemotherapy and Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN). Maintains records for controlled substances as required by law and pharmacy policies.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Licensed Pharmacist through the Louisiana Board of Pharmacy

Work Shift

Variable Hours (United States of America)

LCMC Health is a community.

Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary

About West Jefferson Medical Center

West Jefferson Medical Center, a cornerstone of LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, is regionally recognized and nationally accredited. For over 60 years, we’ve been the hospital-of-choice on the west bank of Jefferson Parish for health, wellness, and family-centered care. Learn more about West Jefferson Medical Center and our Leapfrog “Grade A” Hospital Safety distinction

Your extras

• Deliver healthcare with heart.
• Give people a reason to smile.
• Put a little love in your work.
• Be honest and real, but with compassion.
• Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
• Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.
• See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective.
• Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
• Love what makes you, you - because we do

You are welcome here.

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

To expedite the hiring process, proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required to verify your lawful right to work in the United States.