Pharmacist I - Inpatient - $10,000 Sign On

Mohawk Valley Health System; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Mohawk Valley Health System is seeking a Pharmacist I to support hospital pharmacy operations, including dispensing, order verification, sterile compounding, and drug information for care teams. The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and collaboration with clinicians in a central pharmacy setting.

The ideal candidate holds a PharmD, holds an active New York pharmacist license, and demonstrates strong communication and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• PharmD from an accredited college of pharmacy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Interprets and verifies medication orders for dose, route, frequency, and indication.
• Dispenses medications per policies; maintains accuracy and efficiency.
• Prepares and labels medications, including IV admixtures and controlled substances.
• Monitors patient medication profiles for interactions and contraindications.
• Provides drug information to physicians, nurses, and other professionals.
• Adheres to USP guidelines for sterile compounding and aseptic technique.
• Prepares sterile IV admixtures and maintains cleanroom equipment.
• Assists with inventory management and ordering of pharmaceuticals.
• Participates in medication safety programs and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Job description

The Pharmacist I - Staff Pharmacist is responsible for performing a range of distributive and operational duties to ensure the safe and effective use of medications within the hospital. This position supports core pharmacy functions, including order verification, medication dispensing, sterile product preparation, and medication inventory management. The Pharmacist I provides drug information to healthcare providers, ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements, and contributes to departmental quality and safety initiatives. This role is primarily based in the central pharmacy and may include limited clinical responsibilities as assigned.

Core Job Responsibilities

Medication Verification and Dispensing:

• Accurately interprets and verifies medication orders, ensuring appropriateness of dose, route, frequency, and therapeutic indication.
• Dispenses medications in accordance with established policies and procedures, maintaining accuracy and efficiency.
• Prepares and labels medications for dispensing, including unit dose medications, IV admixtures, and controlled substances.
• Monitors patient medication profiles for drug interactions, allergies, and contraindications.
• Identifies and resolves drug-related problems.
• Drug Information:
• Provides drug information and consultation to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
• Researches and answers drug information inquiries.
• Adheres to USP and guidelines for sterile compounding, including proper garbing, aseptic technique, and environmental monitoring.
• Prepares sterile IV admixtures and other compounded sterile products accurately and safely.
• Participates in the maintenance and cleaning of the cleanroom and compounding equipment.

Central Pharmacy Operations:

• Assists with inventory management and ordering of pharmaceuticals.
• Receives and stores incoming medications and supplies.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and medication safety programs.
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment.

Other Responsibilities:

• Adheres to all New York State and federal regulations governing pharmacy practice, including those outlined in the Education Law and Part 63 of the Commissioner's Regulations.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education/Experience Requirements

REQUIRED:

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an accredited college of pharmacy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

REQUIRED:

• Current pharmacist license in good standing in New York State.

PREFERRED:

• Completion of ASHP residency program.

Disclaimer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.

Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.