Pharmacist I

King's Daughters; Ashland (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. is hiring a pharmacist responsible for providing comprehensive pharmaceutical care, including medication management and patient education. The role requires a Bachelor's or PharmD degree from an accredited school and an active pharmacist license. Candidates should have 0–2 years of pharmacy operations experience. The position involves collaboration with healthcare teams and participation in medication reconciliation to ensure safe and effective therapy. Join us to enhance patient outcomes while upholding regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or PharmD Degree from an ACPE accredited school of Pharmacy.
• 0–2 years of experience in pharmacy operations or relevant area.
• Active Licensed Pharmacist in applicable states.

Responsibilities

• Participate in medication reconciliation for accurate medication lists.
• Review and verify medication orders for safety and accuracy.
• Educate patients and caregivers on medication therapy.

Skills

Medication reconciliation

Collaboration with healthcare teams

Patient education

Pharmacotherapy management

Education

Bachelor's or PharmD from ACPE accredited school

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for providing comprehensive pharmaceutical care by reviewing and optimizing medication orders, monitoring therapeutic drug regimens, and participating in patient care rounds. Ensures safe, effective, and cost‑conscious medication therapy through collaboration with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams. Delivers patient and staff education, precepts pharmacy learners, and supports clinical research and quality improvement initiatives. Coordinates medication reconciliation, clinical interventions, and pharmacokinetic monitoring to enhance patient outcomes. Maintains adherence to regulatory standards and upholds organizational values in all pharmacy practices.

Essential Functions

• Participates in medication reconciliation to ensure accurate home medication lists.
• Reviews and verifies medication orders for appropriateness, safety, and accuracy.
• Collaborates with providers and multidisciplinary teams for comprehensive medication management.
• Educates patients, caregivers, and providers on medication therapy.
• Compounds, dispenses, and supervises the preparation of medications, ensuring quality and compliance.
• Maintains inventory and records for controlled substances and medications.
• Participates in quality improvement, patient safety, and cost management initiatives.
• Provides staff development, preceptorship, and professional enrichment for pharmacy personnel.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

Bachelor's Degree or PharmD Degree from an ACPE accredited school of Pharmacy.

Experience Requirement

0–2 years of experience in pharmacy operations, or a relevant area with knowledge of TJC, USP 797, 795 and 800, and federal and state regulations. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part‑time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

Active Licensed Pharmacist in applicable states. Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 90 days of hire.

Working Conditions

• Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50 lbs: occasional (less than 10% of the time)
• Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50 lbs: never
• Standing or walking with objects up to 10 lbs: intermittent (10–50% of the time)
• Standing or walking with objects up to 25 lbs: occasional (less than 10% of the time)
• Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: intermittent (10–50% of the time)
• Risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: occasional (less than 10% of the time)
• Repetitive motion: intermittent (10–50% of the time)
• Working at heights above 4 feet: never
• Working in confined spaces: never
• Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: occasional (less than 10% of the time)
• Job‑related travel: never
• Loud noises: never
• Temperature extremes: never
• Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: occasional (less than 10% of the time)
• Radiation: never
• Burns: never
• Cuts/punctures: occasional (less than 10% of the time)
• Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: occasional (less than 10% of the time)
• Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: never
• Combative/violent people: occasional (less than 10% of the time)
• Animal handling (including carcasses): never
• Other exposures: N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; occasional standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; and occasional lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds. It also involves occasional risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, and bloodborne or airborne pathogens.