Pharmacist PRN Evenings

IHA; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

MercyOne in West Des Moines, Iowa, seeks a part-time pharmacist for an evening shift to deliver patient-focused pharmaceutical care across all ages. You will review orders, ensure appropriate medications, and provide safe, effective therapy in a busy hospital setting.

You will supervise technicians and students, respond to drug information requests, and uphold state and federal regulations while maintaining confidentiality and high professional standards.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy degree (BS or Pharm.D.) from ACPE approved college.
• Licensed, or eligible for licensure, pharmacist in Iowa; licensed within 3 months of hire.
• BLS certification within 3 months of hire.
• Mandatory Reporter abuse training within three months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and/or participates in ensuring medications are prepared and delivered timely and stored securely.
• Collaborates with healthcare team to provide pharmacotherapy recommendations for patient outcomes.
• Supervises technicians, interns, and students during shifts to maintain quality.
• Maintains safety and quality via QC checks and reporting errors or near misses.
• Provides timely drug information to healthcare professionals and patients.
• Participates in orientation and training of staff and students.
• Adheres to laws, policies, guidelines, formulary decisions, and SOPs.
• Delivers professional customer service to patients and providers.
• Performs other duties as directed by pharmacy leadership.

Skills

Licensed pharmacist in Iowa

BLS certification

Mandatory Reporter training

Education

Pharmacy degree (BS or Pharm.D.)

Job description

Description

Delivers patient focused, outcome oriented pharmaceutical care to patients of all ages, including neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric. Promote a positive work environment and interpersonal relationships, while maintaining the highest level of professionalism and confidentiality. Reviews and interprets physician orders to assure that the drug, dosage form, and dose is appropriate for the patient's age, weight, and comorbidities. Checks for drug incompatibilities and allergies, and takes appropriate action when necessary.

• Oversees and/or participates in assuring appropriate medications are prepared and delivered to care areas in a timely manner, and are stored both securely and in a manner appropriate for both stability and effective workflow.
• Works collaboratively with other healthcare team members to provide pharmacotherapy recommendations with intent to achieve optimal patient outcomes across the continuum of care.
• Supervises and mentors technicians, interns, and students working during their shift in order to maintain the accuracy and quality of pharmaceutical services.
• Maintains quality and safety in the department through completion of quality control checks, identifying and reporting out medication errors and near misses, identifying process improvements and ensures appropriate documentation.
• Provides accurate and timely responses to other healthcare professionals and patients regarding drug information questions and MercyOne medication use policies to assure safe and appropriate use of medications.
• Participates in the orientation, instruction and training of pharmacy students, interns, pharmacy technicians, residents, pharmacists and other health professionals.
• Knowledgeable and adheres to State and Federal laws, regulations, pharmacy policies, procedures and standard operating procedures, formulary and pertinent clinical practice guidelines.
• Provides professional, engaging customer service to all patients, and healthcare providers with whom they work.
• Performs other job functions as directed by the pharmacy manager/supervisor.

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Evening Shift

Minimum Qualifications

• Pharmacy degree (BS or Pharm.D.) from an ACPE approved college of pharmacy.
• Licensed, or eligible for licensure, pharmacist in Iowa. Must be licensed within 3 months of hire. 2. BLS certification within 3 months of hire. 3. Other certification if requested by direct supervisors/managers. 4. Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training for child and dependent adult abuse within three (3) months of hire.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.