Pharmacist (PRN): Elevate Patient Care & Safety

Northwest Healthcare; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision plans

FSA & EAP

PTO & Sick Time

401(k) with Employer Match

Disability Insurance

Student Loan Reimbursement

Educational Support

Licensure Reimbursement

Career Advancement

Referral Bonus

Job summary

Northwest Healthcare is seeking a Pharmacist (PRN) to ensure safe, effective medication use. The role emphasizes dispensing accuracy, patient education, and collaboration with healthcare professionals to improve care.

The position requires a PharmD or Bachelor’s in Pharmacy with active licensure and 0–1 years of relevant experience. Regulatory compliance and continuous learning are essential aspects of this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy or PharmD required.
• 0–1 years hospital or retail pharmacy experience required.
• Active RPH license in the state of employment required.
• BCPS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately prepares, verifies, and dispenses medications per prescriptions and protocols.
• Reviews medication orders for appropriateness and optimizes therapy with the care team.
• Counsels patients and families on proper medication use and adherence strategies.
• Collaborates with physicians and nurses to resolve medication-related issues.
• Participates in medication safety initiatives and quality improvement activities.
• Contributes to clinical protocols, pathways, and evidence-based guidelines.
• Monitors outcomes and adjusts therapy to improve safety and efficacy.
• Maintains timely documentation in the electronic health record.
• Performs inventory management and supports cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Clinical pharmacotherapy

Patient counseling

Medication safety

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy

PharmD (Doctor of Pharmacy)

Job description

Northwest Healthcare is seeking a Pharmacist (PRN) to ensure safe, effective medication use. The role emphasizes dispensing accuracy, patient education, and collaboration with healthcare professionals to improve care.

The position requires a PharmD or Bachelor’s in Pharmacy with active licensure and 0–1 years of relevant experience. Regulatory compliance and continuous learning are essential aspects of this role.