Pharmacist - PM

OakLeaf Surgical Hospital; Altoona (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

OakLeaf Surgical Hospital in Altoona, WI is seeking a Pharmacist to ensure safe, effective medication use for inpatients and outpatients. You will verify orders, prepare and dispense medications, participate in rounds, and support medication safety.

You will work 1.0 FTE with 80 hours per pay period, 11:30am–10pm shifts, and rotating on-call coverage including nights and weekends. Apply with a strong clinical background and commitment to quality care.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Current licensure in Wisconsin
• BLS certification on hire
• ACLS and PALS within six months
• Hospital setting experience preferred
• Cell phone for secure messaging
• Two years hospital experience preferred
• Doctor of Pharmacy preferred (if applicable)

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, transcribe, and interpret medication orders for accuracy and compliance
• Prepare, compound, and dispense medications including IV admixtures and TPN
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of medications to patient care areas
• Monitor therapy, optimize outcomes, and flag interactions or contraindications
• Participate in rounds and collaborate with physicians and nurses
• Provide pharmacokinetic consultations and anticoagulation monitoring
• Utilize pharmacy software for management, documentation, and inventory
• Maintain a compliant pharmacy workspace and adhere to safety guidelines
• Report adverse events and adhere to regulatory requirements
• Lead and mentor pharmacy staff and participate in quality improvement

Skills

Medical terminology

EMR systems

Pharmacy software

Quality assurance

HIPAA regulations

English fluency

Attention to detail

Advanced computer skills

Customer service

Prioritization

Team collaboration

Continuous learning

Performance competencies

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Bachelor’s degree of science

Doctor of Pharmacy preferred

Job description

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The Pharmacist is responsible for ensuring the safe, effective, and appropriate use of medications within the organization. This role involves evaluating, preparing, dispensing, and monitoring medications for inpatients and outpatients in accordance with legal, professional, and institutional standards. The Pharmacist collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide evidence‑based pharmacotherapy, optimize patient outcomes, and promote medication safety. Additional responsibilities include verifying medication orders, providing drug information, participating in clinical rounds, overseeing sterile and non‑sterile compounding, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory guidelines.

Hours

• 1.0 FTE - 80 hours per pay period
• 11:30am -10pm (8 or 10hr shifts)
• On‑Call: Rotating (Overnight, Weekends, and Holidays)

Essential Job Functions

• Review, verify, transcribe, and interpret medication orders for accuracy, appropriateness, and compliance with the organization’s policies and regulatory guidelines
• Prepare, compound, and dispense medications, including sterile IV admixtures, chemotherapy, and total parenteral nutrition (TPN), in accordance with USP <797> and <800> standards
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of medications to patient care areas
• Monitor patient medication therapy for efficacy, safety, interactions, and contraindications, and make evidence‑based recommendations to optimize outcomes
• Participate in patient care rounds and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to develop and adjust individualized treatment plans
• Provide pharmacokinetic consultations, anticoagulation monitoring, renal dose adjustments, and other clinical services based on organizational protocols
• Utilize pharmacy software systems to manage medications including preparation, distribution, documentation, and inventory control
• Troubleshoot issues within the medication distribution system and communicate effectively with key stakeholders
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant pharmacy workspace, adhering to infection control, safety, and regulatory guidelines
• Ensure medications are stored according to manufacturer guidelines and security standards
• Identify, report, and help prevent adverse drug reactions, medication errors, and near misses
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal drug laws and regulations governed by the State Board of Pharmacy, Joint Commission standards, Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), and Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
• Participate in medication safety initiatives and support the implementation of quality improvement strategies
• Provide drug information, therapeutic guidelines, and counseling to healthcare staff, patients, and caregivers
• Educate and mentor pharmacy students, interns, residents, and new staff on organizational pharmacy practices, protocols, and clinical decision‑making
• Oversee and manage drug inventory, including controlled substances, to ensure proper storage, accountability, and expiration date monitoring
• Dispose of medications in accordance with organizational policies and state and federal regulations
• Collaborate with the pharmacy team to ensure efficient procurement and effective formulary management
• Actively participate in organizational alert responses and emergency procedures
• Provide oversight and leadership for pharmacy technicians and general operations of the pharmacy department
• Actively participate in all relevant departmental meetings, training, and continuing education to support team communication and professional development
• Participate in on‑call, weekend, and holiday rotations as required by departmental scheduling
• Use the organization’s secure messaging platform in accordance with departmental protocols, including timely receipt and responses to communications
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Medical terminology
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
• Pharmacy software systems
• Quality assurance and accreditation standards
• Understanding of HIPAA regulations, patient confidentiality laws and patient rights
• Effective English communication in verbal and written format
• Quality work including attention to detail and accuracy
• Advanced computer proficiency
• Carry out customer service standards
• Prioritize tasks effectively through managing workload based on urgency and importance
• Capacity to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Continuously learn and improve through staying up to date on job specific trends, policies and new technologies
• Successfully demonstrate organization-wide performance review competencies

Qualifications

• Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing program required
• Current licensure in the State of Wisconsin
• BLS certification is required upon hire
• Must be able to achieve ACLS and PALS certification within six months of hire
• Previous PACU, CCU, or ER nursing experience is preferred
• Must possess a cell phone that interfaces with the organization’s secure messaging system
• Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.
• Bachelor’s degree of science required
• Doctor of Pharmacy preferred
• Current licensure in the state of Wisconsin required
• Two (2) years’ experience in a hospital setting preferred
• Must possess a cell phone that interfaces with the organization’s secure messaging system

Our organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer