Pharmacist III

Hendrick Health; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a licensed pharmacist in Abilene, Texas, to enhance patient medication therapy through comprehensive clinical services. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of clinical pharmacist experience, strong communication, and supervisory skills. Required licensure includes an active Texas pharmacy license, sterile compounding certification, and either ACLS or PALS certification. This role involves collaboration with a healthcare team and the development of educational programs.

Qualifications

• Licensed pharmacist with at least three years of experience in clinical responsibilities.
• Active registration in Texas, with sterile compounding certification.
• ACLS or PALS certification and BCPS or relevant specialty certification required.

Responsibilities

• Optimize patient medication therapy with comprehensive clinical pharmacy services.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to achieve patient care goals.
• Direct and supervise pharmacy staff as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of disease

Knowledge of drug therapy

Knowledge of non-drug therapy

Knowledge of laboratory and diagnostic testing

Communication skills

Patient monitoring skills

Physical assessment skills

Drug information skills

Therapeutic planning skills

Education

B.S. Pharmacy or Pharm D. or Master of Pharmacy

Job description

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Clinical Manager and the Pharmacy Director, optimizes patient medications therapy by providing comprehensive clinical pharmacy services. Works collaboratively with the health care team to accomplish goals.

Must be proficient in all nine patient care skills:

• knowledge of disease
• knowledge of drug therapy
• knowledge of non-drug therapy
• knowledge of laboratory and diagnostic testing
• communication skills
• patient monitoring skills
• physical assessment skills
• drug information skills
• therapeutic planning skills

Job Requirements

Minimum Education

• B.S. Pharmacy or Pharm D. or Master of Pharmacy

Minimum Work Experience

• Three years as a licensed pharmacist with enhanced clinical responsibilities

Required Licenses/Certifications

• Active registration as a licensed pharmacist in the state of Texas.
• Sterile Compounding Certification.
• ACLS or PALS.
• Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) or specialty certification in area related to assigned duties.
• Registration as a preceptor with TSBP.

Required Skills, Knowledge, And Abilities

• Must be able to perform all medication consults including total parenteral nutrition.
• Assist with pharmacy students and pharmacy practice residents.
• Provide internal and external education.
• Perform medication/drug use evaluation.
• Present data/repots at various committees.
• Ability to effectively direct and/or supervise personnel as appropriate.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Ability to maintain professional appearance and decorum at all times.
• Ability to demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.

Designated Driver

No

OSHA Category

1 - High Risk