Pharmacist

Grand River Health Main Campus; Rifle (CO); On-site; USD 72,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Payroll deductions for hot springs, Gy

Ski passes

Pet insurance

Access to outdoor recreation

Job summary

Grand River Health in Rifle, Colorado is seeking a Pharmacist to join our hospital team. The role focuses on accurate dispensing, medication safety, and collaboration with physicians and staff to support high-quality patient care.

You will dispense medications, participate in clinical decisions, and help educate patients and team members. A Colorado-licensed Pharmacist with hospital experience is preferred, and Meditech/Pyxis familiarity is a plus.

Qualifications

• Hospital pharmacy experience is required (minimum two years).
• Active Colorado DORA license to practice pharmacy.
• Familiarity with hospital information systems and medication safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense prescribed medications following orders and regulations.
• Collaborate with physicians and staff on medication choices and dosing.
• Answer medication questions and provide patient and staff guidance.
• Serve as a pharmacy resource on interdepartmental committees and projects.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure regulatory compliance and security; may supervise technicians.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Patient education

Antimicrobial stewardship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or PharmD

Tools

Meditech

Pyxis

Kronos

HealthStream

Job description

Pharmacist

FT - 7 on 7 off

Grand River Health | Rifle, CO

At Grand River, we are more than a hospital - we are neighbors taking care of neighbors proudly serving residents of Western Colorado and beyond. Our supportive culture is built on respect, friendliness, and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care.

What You’ll Do

As a pharmacist, you’ll provide pharmaceutical services across GRHD, helping ensure medications are prepared, dispensed, and managed safely and accurately. You’ll work closely with physicians, healthcare staff, and patients to support quality patient care.

• Prepare and dispense prescribed medications in accordance with physician orders, established procedures, and applicable regulations.
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare staff regarding medication selection, potential drug interactions, patient histories, and appropriate dosing.
• Answer medication-related questions and provide guidance to patients and staff regarding medications and dosage instructions.
• Participate in interdepartmental committees and projects, serving as a pharmacy resource and subject matter expert when needed.
• Maintain accurate pharmacy records and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, security standards, and GRHD policies and procedures. May also provide supervision to pharmacy technicians.
• Other duties as assigned.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a knowledgeable, patient-focused Pharmacist who brings strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively with physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate is comfortable supporting pharmacy operations, educating patients, and helping maintain safe and effective medication practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or PharmD required, along with an active DORA license to practice pharmacy through the Colorado State Board of Pharmacy.
• Minimum of two years of hospital pharmacy experience required. Completion of a hospital pharmacy residency may be substituted for the experience requirement.
• Working knowledge of hospital clinical information systems, pharmacy order processing, computerized provider order entry (CPOE), and bedside medication barcode scanning.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to educate patients on medication use, provide drug information to medical staff and the community, and support antimicrobial stewardship initiatives.
• Ability to coordinate pharmacy technician assignments, provide administrative oversight in the director’s absence, and become proficient in Meditech, Pyxis, Kronos, and HealthStream within 30 days of hire.

What We Offer

Our total rewards package includes:

• Pay Range:$52.07-$74.42/hour (based on experience)
• Comprehensive Benefits:Medical, dental, vision, PTO from day one, extended illness time, retirement plan with match, and more.
• Perks:Payroll deductions for hot springs, gyms, ski passes, pet insurance, access to outdoor recreation, and more!

Compensation may vary outside this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience.

Position is open until filled unless posted otherwise.

Why Join Grand River Health?

As a special taxing district, we are accountable to our community, allowing us to prioritize exceptional patient-centered care over financial bottom lines. Our main hospital campus is located in picturesque Rifle, Colorado with twenty-five beds providing a wide range of services, along with a long-term care center and a satellite campus. While the secret is out that this is a great place to live, the atmosphere of a caring and friendly community has been preserved amidst a steady growth of population.

OUR MISSION:

To improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION:

To be our communities’ first choice in quality healthcare.