Pharmacist Per Diem

Ernest-Health; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 96,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Ernest Health’s Rehabilitation Hospital of Peoria in Peoria, AZ is seeking a Pharmacist to join as a per diem team member. The role focuses on ensuring safe medication management within the hospital setting and collaborating with nursing and medical staff.

The Pharmacist will review prescription orders, monitor therapies, and help maintain high standards of patient safety and care while supporting cost-conscious clinical operations.

Qualifications

• Current license as a Registered Pharmacist and in good standing.
• Hospital setting experience preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Knowledge of national pharmacist regulations and standards of practice.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Consults with nursing and medical staff on prescription orders, patient reactions, and errors or complaints.
• Monitors drug therapies and suggests alternatives as appropriate.
• Coordinates with physicians and groups concerning financial risk related to prescribing.

Skills

Licensed Pharmacist

Hospital experience

Supervisory experience

Clinical operations knowledge

Strong communication

Job description

Overview

Pharmacist - Per Diem - Peoria, Arizona

Rehabilitation Hospital of Peoria (Peoria, AZ) is a specialized 40-bed inpatient rehabilitation facility located in the northwest Phoenix metro area. The hospital provides intensive rehabilitation services for patients recovering from neurological conditions, trauma, and orthopedic surgeries. With a focus on individualized therapy plans and measurable outcomes, the clinical team is dedicated to helping patients achieve maximum independence. Situated in the fast-growing Peoria community, the hospital offers a supportive environment.

We are seeking a Pharmacist to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!

As a participating hospital of Ernest Health, we offer robust recognition, wellness, and retention programs. These programs focus to enhance the employees' work experience, recognize, and celebrate achievements. We also encourage employees to share their work experience through "My Ernest Journey" and through our Engagement Survey, where our approach is "You Spoke, We Listened". These platforms provide additional avenues for employees to give feedback about their work experience and share what is important to them.

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Current license as a Registered Pharmacist required
• Experience in a hospital setting preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• Knowledge of and adherence to national pharmacist regulations and standards of practice.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates general computer skills including: data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Responsibilities

Consults with nursing and medical staff on prescription orders, patient reactions, and errors or complaints. Conducts drug utilization reviews and prepares drug review criteria for medical staff approval. Monitors drug therapies as assigned by medical staff and suggests alternatives as appropriate. Consults with physician and physician groups concerning financial risk management related to prescribing. Integrates the hospital's mission and "Guiding Principles" into daily practice.