Pharmacist Weekend Shift PRN

ScionHealth; Palestine (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Palestine Regional Medical Center in Palestine, TX, seeks an experienced Pharmacist to ensure safe, effective medication use in an acute care setting.

You will verify orders, dispense medicines, and oversee sterile compounding and MTM, while educating patients and collaborating with the care team.

Qualifications

• PharmD or BS in Pharmacy from an accredited school required.
• Active and unrestricted Pharmacist license in the state of practice.
• BLS certification required.
• Sterile Products Certification preferred.
• 1-2 years of clinical hospital or acute care experience preferred.
• Experience with sterile compounding and MTM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review and verify medication orders for accuracy and safety.
• Prepare and dispense medications per physician orders.
• Compound sterile products, chemotherapy, and parenteral nutrition.
• Provide drug information to healthcare professionals.
• Monitor patient medication profiles for interactions and allergies.
• Educate patients on therapy, side effects, and administration.
• Oversee pharmacy technicians and manage inventory.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings for medication plans.
• Document clinical activities in the medical record.
• Assist in training pharmacy staff and students.

Skills

Pharmacotherapy knowledge

Medication safety

Regulatory compliance

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or BS in Pharmacy

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

Join Palestine Regional Medical Center in Palestine, TX, a 150-bed hospital that has recently earned the prestigious Leapfrog "A" Safety Grade, the Platinum Award for quality from parent-company ScionHealth, and certification as a Chest Pain Center and Level IV Trauma facility. Palestine Regional provides a range of comprehensive care, including the latest in diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative services, both on an inpatient and outpatient basis. Palestine Regional is an integral part of the local community, giving you the chance to grow your career while making a real impact close to home.

Job Summary

The Pharmacist is responsible for preparing, dispensing, and monitoring medications to ensure the safe and effective use of pharmaceutical therapies for patients in an acute care hospital setting. This role includes verifying medication orders, providing drug information, compounding sterile products, and overseeing the work of pharmacy technicians to maintain compliance with regulatory standards.

Essential Functions

• Review and verify medication orders for accuracy, dosage, and potential drug interactions.
• Prepare and dispense medications in accordance with established protocols and physician orders.
• Compound sterile products, chemotherapy, and parenteral nutrition solutions using aseptic techniques.
• Provide drug information and consultation to healthcare professionals regarding appropriate medication use.
• Monitor patient medication profiles for contraindications, allergies, and therapeutic duplications.
• Educate patients on medication therapy, potential side effects, and proper administration techniques.
• Assist in maintaining the pharmacy inventory, including controlled substances, and ensure proper storage and security.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to provide input on medication management and therapeutic plans.
• Document all clinical activities and interventions in the patient medical record.
• Assist in the orientation and training of pharmacy technicians and pharmacy students.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Strong knowledge of pharmacotherapy, medication safety, and regulatory standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using pharmacy information systems and medication dispensing software.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills for identifying and resolving medication-related issues.
• Demonstrates commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Qualifications

Education

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited School of Pharmacy required.

Licenses/Certifications

• Active and unrestricted Pharmacist license in the state of practice required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Sterile Products Certification preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 1-2 years of clinical pharmacy experience in a hospital or acute care setting preferred.
• Experience in compounding sterile products and medication therapy management preferred.