Pharmacist - St. Elizabeth Youngstown

Mercy Health; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health in Youngstown is seeking a Pharmacist to manage medication activities while ensuring compliance with regulations. You will process orders, review medications for safety, and oversee pharmacy technicians.

The ideal candidate must hold a valid Ohio pharmacist license and have a strong background in pharmacy practice. We offer competitive pay, medical benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must maintain current license for pharmacist in Ohio.
• Experience in field of pharmacy practice is required.
• Must exhibit proficient use of all computer hardware and software.

Responsibilities

• Perform medication management activities ensuring safe therapy.
• Process orders and conduct medication reviews for safety.
• Oversee pharmacy technicians and support personnel.

Skills

Prepare medication products

Knowledge of pharmacy operating systems

Attention to detail

Communication

Customer service

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Stress management

Education

Graduate of an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy with a BS or PharmD

Advanced pharmacy degree – Doctor of Pharmacy, Masters, Residency

Tools

MS Office

Drug databases

Job description

Primary Function/General Purpose Of Position

The Pharmacist performs medication management activities to ensure safe, rational, and cost‑effective therapy while maintaining compliance with all applicable rules, regulations, and standards as promulgated by Federal, State, and accrediting agencies or regulating bodies. The Pharmacist maintains established departmental policies and procedures and complies with department objectives.

Essential Job Functions

• Process orders and provide medication review for appropriateness, safety and efficacy during order processing and perform any necessary clinical support duties as needed
• Ensure accurate preparation of compounded and non‑compounded products to include safe handling that is consistent with regulations
• Oversee distributive functions of the pharmacy department to facilitate accurate and timely medication availability to patients/staff
• Oversee pharmacy technicians and support personnel activities based on department need
• Maintain responsibility and accountability for the security of pharmacy inventory based on department need
• Identify, document, and resolve potential and actual adverse medication events and may evaluate reports in event reporting system for trending and prevention purposes
• Perform medication education to improve patient understanding and adherence consistent with department guidance
• Work collaboratively and effectively to communicate verbally and in writing with pharmacy team members, healthcare providers, patients, caregivers, and leaders
• Participate in departmental medication safety, quality assurance, drug utilization reviews, drug dosing, infection prevention, student precepting and other activities based on department need
• Must be able to travel between locations, as needed

Licensing/Certification

Maintains current license for pharmacist in the state(s) where practicing (required)

Education

• Graduate of an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy with a BS or PharmD (required)
• Advanced pharmacy degree – Doctor of Pharmacy, Masters, Residency (preferred)

Work Experience

• Experience in field of pharmacy practice (required)
• One year of experience in field of pharmacy practice (preferred)

Training

Exhibit proficient use of all computer hardware and software (required)

Language

None

Patient Population

• Neonates (0-4 weeks)
• Infant (1-12 months)
• Pediatrics (1-12 years)
• Adolescents (13-17 years)
• Adults (18-64 years)
• Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

General office environment.

• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.
• May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.
• May have periods of constant interruptions.
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
• Required to car travel to off‑site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
• Prolonged periods of working alone.
• Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Physical Requirements

Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

Perform shift work

Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings

Reach above shoulder

Repetitive arm/hand movements

Finger Dexterity

Acuity – far

Acuity – near

Hazards

• Depth perception
• Use of Latex products
• Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts
• Exposure to dust/fumes

Skills

• Prepare medication products consistent with practice site requirements
• Handle hazardous drugs
• Knowledge of pharmacy operating systems and automation
• Computer knowledge – MS Office, spreadsheets, PowerPoint, drug databases
• Core knowledge of medications, including adverse effects, interactions, proper dosing, monitoring parameters and cost
• Regulatory compliance
• Develop SMART goals and objectives
• Provide medication education
• Teamwork
• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Customer service for internal and external customers
• Communication
• Coaching and mentoring
• Organization
• Stress management

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]