Pharmacist - Long Term Care (LTC)

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a licensed Staff Pharmacist for a Long-Term Care Pharmacy role, focusing on clinical, non-retail patient care.

You'll review medication orders, evaluate dosing and interactions, collaborate with physicians and nurses, and support safety and compliance in a multidisciplinary team. This position emphasizes clinical judgment in LTC and institutional settings, with a stable schedule and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Active Pharmacist license in the state of practice.
• PharmD or Bachelors Degree in Pharmacy.
• At least one year of pharmacist experience preferred.
• Strong clinical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify medication orders for accuracy and clinical appropriateness.
• Evaluate dosing, drug interactions, and potential adverse effects.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care.
• Monitor medication regimens and make clinical recommendations when appropriate.
• Support medication safety initiatives and regulatory compliance.
• Maintain accurate patient and pharmacy records.
• Participate in compounding and medication dispensing activities as needed.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

PharmD or Bachelors Degree in Pharmacy

Active Pharmacist license

Job description

Staff Pharmacist | Long-Term Care Pharmacy

Advance your pharmacy career in a clinical, non-retail setting.

We are seeking a licensed Pharmacist to join a collaborative pharmacy team supporting patients in long-term care and post-acute care environments. This opportunity offers a more clinical focus than traditional retail pharmacy, with an emphasis on medication therapy review, patient safety, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

What You'll Do

• Review and verify medication orders for accuracy and clinical appropriateness
• Evaluate dosing, drug interactions, and potential adverse effects
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient care
• Monitor medication regimens and make clinical recommendations when appropriate
• Support medication safety initiatives and regulatory compliance
• Maintain accurate patient and pharmacy records
• Participate in compounding and medication dispensing activities as needed

What Makes This Opportunity Attractive

• Non-retail pharmacy environment
• Clinical and patient-focused practice setting
• Collaborative healthcare team atmosphere
• Opportunity to utilize and expand clinical judgment skills
• Stable schedule and long-term career growth potential
• Meaningful impact on a medically complex patient population

Qualifications

• Active Pharmacist license in the state of practice
• PharmD or Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy
• At least one year of pharmacist experience preferred
• Strong clinical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team

Ideal Backgrounds

• Long-Term Care (LTC)
• Closed-Door Pharmacy
• Institutional Pharmacy
• Hospital/Inpatient Pharmacy
• Retail Pharmacists seeking a more clinical practice environment