Pharmacist

Huckeye Health Services LLC; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Huckeye Health Services LLC in Ottumwa, Iowa is seeking a licensed pharmacist to support hospital clinical pharmacy operations. The role focuses on reviewing orders, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating with physicians, nurses, and staff.

Responsibilities include medication reconciliation, counseling patients, and maintaining detailed pharmacy records to ensure optimal therapy and safety across the care team.

Qualifications

• Licensed in Iowa as a Registered Pharmacist (required).
• Graduate of an accredited college of pharmacy (required).
• 2–4 years of clinical pharmacy experience in a hospital setting (required).
• Strong knowledge of medication management, pharmacotherapy, and patient safety.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify medication orders for accuracy, appropriateness, and potential drug interactions.
• Provide clinical pharmacy support to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Monitor medication therapy and recommend adjustments when appropriate.
• Counsel patients and healthcare staff regarding medications, dosage, administration, and potential side effects.
• Participate in medication reconciliation and patient-care planning.
• Maintain accurate pharmacy records and documentation.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Medication management

Communication skills

Patient safety

Education

PharmD or Doctor of Pharmacy

Job description

• Review and verify medication orders for accuracy, appropriateness, and potential drug interactions.
• Provide clinical pharmacy support to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Monitor medication therapy and recommend adjustments when appropriate.
• Counsel patients and healthcare staff regarding medications, dosage, administration, and potential side effects.
• Participate in medication reconciliation and patient-care planning.
• Maintain accurate pharmacy records and documentation..

Required Qualifications:

• Licensed in the State of Iowa as a Registered Pharmacist – required
• Graduate of an accredited college of pharmacy – required
• 2–4 years of clinical pharmacy experience in a hospital setting – required
• Strong knowledge of medication management, pharmacotherapy, and patient safety.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.