Pharmacist II (Retail)

Baylor Scott & White Health; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match

Immediate eligibility for health benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Killeen, Texas, is seeking a Pharmacist 2 who will provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care in a clinical setting. The role requires consultation with healthcare professionals and monitoring the work of pharmacy technicians to ensure safety and effectiveness in medication dispensing.

Qualified candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, at least 3 years of experience, and be licensed as a Pharmacist (RPH). The position offers competitive benefits aimed at promoting well-being.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy.
• 3 years of pharmacy experience required.
• Must be licensed as a Pharmacist (RPH).

Responsibilities

• Provide pharmaceutical care to patients.
• Consult with healthcare professionals regarding medications.
• Supervise and monitor pharmacy technicians' duties.
• Ensure compliance with safety and effectiveness standards.

Skills

Pharmaceutical Care

Clinical Calculations

Medication Management

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy

Job description

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well‑being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not‑for‑profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Pharmacist 2 provides pharmaceutical care to patients in a clinical setting. Compounds and dispenses medications according to regulations and policy. Serves as a resource to healthcare professionals, including pharmacists, pharmacy students, and residents. Consults with Nursing, Medical Staff, and patients about medications, orders, drug details, reactions, errors, and complaints. May assess, treat, and care for neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Supervises and monitors technicians' non‑professional duties, including daily organization.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Ensures that patient pharmaceutical care meets standards of safety, effectiveness, patient rights and customer service.
• Compounds or mixes ingredients properly, including IV admixtures, solutions, syringes, and irrigation solutions, following established policies and procedures.
• Consults and educates patients and/or patient caregivers concerning possible medications, including alternative sources of drug therapy.
• Reviews medications for accuracy, appropriateness and interactions, and adjusts medications per approved protocols.
• Dispenses medications and compounds in accordance with organizational policy and regulatory guidelines.
• Assesses prescribers' medication orders for overall patient therapy. Evaluates known allergies, rational therapy, and contraindications. Checks reasonable dose, route, and directions for use. Identifies duplication of therapy and drug interactions. Monitors drug/food and drug/disease interactions. Reviews adverse drug reactions and proper utilization. Uses clinical methods to monitor drug effectiveness, side effects, toxicity, and appropriateness to continue the drug regimen.
• Supervises and monitors the non‑professional duties of Pharmacy Technicians. This includes organizing daily duties in dispensing, IVs, or patient care functions.
• Monitors and reviews Pharmacy Technicians' work to ensure compliance with standards and policies. Ensures pharmacy stock levels meet patient needs.
• Assists in inventory, purchasing and quality control of drugs and products and ensures proper charging/crediting of pharmacy product accounts.
• Consistently maintains inventory and records on narcotics and other drugs as required by law.

Key Success Factors

• Professional understanding of Pharmacy Care modalities, pharmaceutical calculations, therapies, terminology, drug use and aseptic techniques, standards, medications and equipment.
• Ability to research, examine and disseminate information.
• Ability to understand, optimize and document complex processes.
• Must be able to communicate thoughts clearly; both verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and regulatory requirements.
• General computer skills include using software applications, data entry, information security, electronic medical documentation, handheld scanning, and email.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION - Bachelor's
• MAJOR - Pharmacy
• EXPERIENCE - 3 Years of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION

Pharmacist (RPH): Must have 3 years of work experience or be Residency Trained.