Pharmacist / PRN

Universal Health Services, Inc.; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention Bonus Program

Loan Forgiveness Program

Competitive Compensation

Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

401(K) with company match

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Amarillo, Texas is seeking a Pharmacist to deliver comprehensive pharmaceutical care. This role requires a Texas state pharmacy licensure or eligibility within 120 days and 0-2 years of relevant experience, preferably in a hospital. Key responsibilities include monitoring drug therapies, supervising staff, and providing medication information. The position offers competitive compensation, a retention bonus program, and excellent medical benefits.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy, or eligible for Texas licensure within 120 days.
• 0-2 years experience in pharmacy services, preferably in a hospital setting.
• Demonstrates high level of organizational skills and independent functioning.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care through integrated drug distribution.
• Monitor patient’s drug therapies and provide drug information.
• Supervise and direct supportive staff in pharmacy.

Skills

Organizational skills

Independent functioning

CPR Certification

Communication skills

Education

Licensed by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy

0-2 years experience in pharmacy services

Job description

Responsibilities

Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495 bed system serving the city of Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination of traditional values and the most advanced technologies in healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly, smaller-town atmosphere. The surrounding region features Palo Duro Canyon, recreational facilities, and an excellent educational system, making Amarillo a great place to live and work.

We look for professionals dedicated and passionate about their work, who add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence.

Position: Pharmacist

Position Summary: Pharmacist provides comprehensive pharmaceutical care through integrated drug distribution, patient counseling and teaching. Pharmacists fill orders for medications, monitor patient’s drug therapies, and provide drug information. The pharmacist supervises and directs supportive staff. In the absence of Pharmacy Management, a pharmacist may be required to assume the essential responsibilities and perform the duties of the Director of Pharmacy.

Benefit Highlights

• Retention Bonus Program if offered. Loan
• Forgiveness Program if offered.
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

Qualifications

Education, Training, Experience and Licenses/Registrations Required:

• Licensed by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy, or eligible for Texas licensure, to be completed within 120 days of hire.
• 0‑2 years experience in pharmacy services; hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Demonstrates high level of organizational skills.
• Demonstrates independent functioning.
• CPR Certification within 60 days of hire; PALS Certification recommended for those that work in the Pediatric Pharmacy Satellite; ACLS Certification recommended for those that work in Adult Critical Care Pharmacy Satellite.

Physical and Sensory Requirements

• Ability to read and write in English.
• Ability to speak and hear, to allow discussions with employees and peers.
• Ability to cope with and remain calm under stress.
• Ability to respond to pages.
• Ability to evaluate and interpret information and make independent decisions.
• Bending and lifting (25 lbs), grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling.
• Ability to work independently and handle stress appropriately. Ability to work cooperatively with hospital and pharmacy staff. Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule. Ability to set priorities, make critical decisions and respond quickly to emergency requests.
• Potential exposure to agents and toxic chemicals.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.