Pharmacist - Inpatient - Contingent - St. Johns

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health System in Detroit is seeking a qualified pharmacist to ensure the appropriate selection and dispensing of medications. Responsibilities include reviewing medication orders, providing drug information, and overseeing pharmacy staff. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy and preferably have residency experience.

This position involves patient interaction and may require working rotating shifts. Join a committed organization focused on fair treatment and equal opportunity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Pharmacy required.
• Pharmacy residency preferred.
• Pharmacist credentialed from the Michigan Board of Pharmacy required.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and assesses medication orders to prevent drug-related problems.
• Compounds and dispenses medications for patient delivery.
• Provides drug information and education to staff and patients.
• Communicates with physicians and other clinicians as necessary.
• Oversees technical personnel involved in pharmacy processes.

Education

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Pharmacy

Pharmacy residency preferred

Job description

Assures the appropriate selection, dosing, administering, and dispensing of medication orders.

Principle Duties & Responsibilities

• Reviews and assesses medication orders to identify, prevent and resolve potential and actual drug related problems. Recommends formulary alternatives when appropriate.
• Compounds and dispenses medications for accurate delivery to patients.
• Provides drug information and education to medical staff and patients.
• Communicates with physicians and other clinicians as necessary to facilitate care.
• Oversees technical personnel who assist in the preparation, maintenance, and dispensing of medications and supplies. Assists with academic functions such as serving as a preceptor for pharmacy students. May float to provide coverage of pharmacy needs.

Provides patient counseling efficiently and effectively when required.

This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and duties. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.

Education / Experience Required

• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Pharmacy required.
• Pharmacy residency preferred.

Certifications / Licenses Required

• Pharmacist credentialed from the Michigan Board of Pharmacy obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Health St. John Hospital
• Department: HFSJH Pharmacy
• Shift: Rotating
• Union Code: Not Applicable

Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.