Pharmacist

Riverside Health; Newport News, Northern (VA, KY); On-site; USD 76,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health in Newport News, VA is seeking a Pharmacist to supervise and perform compounding, packaging and dispensing of pharmaceuticals according to prescriptions and regulations. The role emphasizes accurate dosing assessment and patient-specific therapy aligned with state and federal standards.

The position requires a Doctoral Degree in Pharmacy or a Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy, and eligibility for Virginia licensure.

Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree in Pharmacy or a Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy is required.

Responsibilities

• Reviews, validates, and assesses patient specific medication orders.
• Monitors patient profiles to assure appropriate dosage and therapy.
• Reviews alerts associated with verification and escalates concerns to provider or pharmacy leadership as appropriate.
• Supervises and performs compounding (sterile and non-sterile), packaging and dispensing of pharmaceuticals in compliance with laws.
• Handles all aspects of pharmacy operations including order review, sterile/non-sterile compounding and controlled substance management.
• Ensures safety and adherence to policy and regulatory standards in daily practice.
• Supports core clinical pharmacy programs such as IV to PO switching, renal/hepatic dosing, antimicrobial stewardship and drug interaction checks.

Skills

Pharmacy knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Fast-paced environment

Education

Pharmacy Doctoral degree

Pharmacy Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

Newport News, Virginia

Hiring Range $54.80 - $79.48/Hourly

Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Schedule

Monday - Friday 3pm - 11:30pm

Overview

Supervises and performs compounding packaging and dispensing of pharmaceuticals according to prescription, physician order or floor stock request in compliance with state and federal law and regulation. Possesses the skills and ability to assess data reflective of patient status and to interpret this information and identify the patients' needs in relation to age specific requirements, and to provide care as described in accordance with state and federal law and regulation, and facility policy and procedures. Reviews, validates, monitors patient profiles to assure appropriate dosage and therapy as well as patient specific assessment of medication orders.

What you will do

• Reviews, validates, and assesses patient specific medication orders.


• Monitors patient profiles to assure appropriate dosage and therapy.


• Reviews alerts associated with verification and escalates concerns to provider or pharmacy leadership as appropriate.


• Supervises and performs compounding (both sterile and non-sterile), packaging, and dispensing of pharmaceuticals according to prescription, physician order, or floor stock request in compliance with state and federal law and regulation.


• Handles all aspects of pharmacy operations to include order review and validation, sterile and non-sterile compounding, controlled substance/diversion management, pharmacy automation, and all state/federal law and regulation.


• Establishes an environment of safety and assures safe practices for the patient as evidenced by recognizing and implementing safe medication practices, and following policies and procedures that comply with regulatory agency regulations.


• Responsible for all core clinical pharmacy programs and commitment to evidence-based patient care, to including, but not limited to IV to PO, renal/hepatic dosing, therapeutic interchange, antimicrobial stewardship, anticoagulation management, duplicate therapy, drug-drug interactions, non-formulary management and weight based dosing.

Education

Doctoral Degree, Pharmacy (Required) or Bachelors Degree, Pharmacy (Required)

Experience

• 1 year Prior pharmacy experience in area of practice related to the position (Preferred)


• 1 year PGY1 Residency (Preferred)

Skills and Abilities

Describe the job specific knowledge, skills and abilities needed to perform the essential functions of this job.

• Knowledge of contemporary pharmacy practice


• Up-to-date knowledge on medications


• Up-to-date knowledge on clinical practice guidelines related to medication therapy


• Up-to-date knowledge on state and federal law and regulation and regulatory standards related to practice setting


• Ability to assess patients related to medication therapy


• Analytical and problem solving skills


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to work in a collaborative team environment


• Attention to detail


• Ability to work in a fast past environment


• Ability to prioritize work


• Excellent customer service skill

Licenses and Certifications

• Licensed Pharmacist - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) within 30 Days(Required)


• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) (Preferred)


• Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) - Board of Pharmacy Specialties (Preferred)

By joining our team, you can make a difference in people's lives. Our mission is to care for others as we would care for those we love. We extend that sense of caring to every patient, resident and customer, as well as to each member of our team. We offer care at all stages of life, in hundreds of locations, giving you room to grow your career, along with great benefits and perks. At Riverside Health, your trust and safety are our top priorities.