Pharmacy Resident

Ascension; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 78,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Financial security & retirement benefits

Pro-rated paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Nashville is seeking a full-time pharmacist to manage medication orders and provide education to staff and patients. Responsibilities include verifying physician orders, compounding medications, and collaborating with the healthcare team. Applicants must be enrolled or graduate from an accredited Pharmacy program and obtain a pharmacist license within 3 months of hire. Comprehensive health benefits and career growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Enrolled or graduate of an accredited Pharmacy degree program required.
• Pharmacist license required within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Select, dose, and monitor medication orders under pharmacist supervision.
• Enter and verify physician orders in patient medication profiles.
• Manage medication therapy protocols as part of the healthcare team.
• Compound and dispense medications accurately.
• Provide medication information to staff and patients.

Skills

Medication management

Patient education

Interdisciplinary team collaboration

Education

Accredited Pharmacy degree

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Nashville, TN
Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas West
Department: Pharmacy Services Inpatient
Schedule: Full-time | Rotating

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Assure appropriate selection, dosing, administration and monitoring of medication orders under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
• Review, verify and enter physician orders into the patient medication profile.
• Manage medication therapy protocols as a part of physician‑pharmacist‑nurse team.
• Compound and dispense medications accurately for delivery to patient care areas.
• Provide medication information and education to medical staff and patients.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Pharmacist obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.

Education

Enrolled or graduate of an accredited Pharmacy degree program required.

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