PRN Staff Pharmacist

Cardinal Health; Corinth, Northern (MS, KY); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 99,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Healthcare benefits

Job summary

Cardinal Health manages the pharmacy at Magnolia Regional Health Center located in Corinth, MS. We are currently recruiting for a PRN Staff Pharmacist to work as needed during facility hours, picking up day and evening shifts with the potential for overnight coverage.

As part of the team you will apply expert drug knowledge, verify orders, supervise technicians, adjust dosages per protocol, educate patients and maintain inventory and narcotics controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or PharmD is required.
• Mississippi pharmacist license in good standing required.
• In-patient/hospital pharmacy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify physician orders using the pharmacy information system.
• Supervise Pharmacy Technicians and ensure compliant operations.
• Adjust dosages per established protocols considering patient conditions.
• Educate patients on medication use and effects.
• Manage narcotics, inventory control, and compliance.
• Coordinate with Nurses and Physicians to verify orders.
• Assist Pharmacy Director with accreditation and system changes.

Skills

Pharmacy knowledge

Communication with health pros

Customer service

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy

PharmD

Mississippi Pharmacist License

Tools

Pharmacy information system

Pharmacy inventory software

Job description

***What Health System Pharmacy contributes to Cardinal Health*** Pharmacy Operations is responsible for the safe, efficient and effective coordination of Cardinal Health's pharmacy operations that service acute care hospitals, hospital retail customers, ambulatory care and alternate site facilities, oncology and cardiology practices as well as retail customers. Health System Pharmacy is responsible for providing customized pharmacy program solutions that reduce costs and improve patient care quality for hospitals, health systems and other integrated healthcare providers may also consult with and advise healthcare team on prescribed medications, supplies and related processes.***Job Summary*** Cardinal Health manages the pharmacy at Magnolia Regional Health Center located in Corinth, MS. We are currently recruiting for a PRN Staff Pharmacist to work as needed during facility hours. Picking up day and evening shifts with the ability to pick up overnight shifts as well if coverage is needed.***Responsibilities**** Applies expert knowledge of drugs and related protocols, to verify physician orders for medications using pharmacy information system. Checks drug and dose in relation to stated patient issue and addresses automated alerts from the system regarding drug type, dose, and other metrics.* Supervises Pharmacy Technicians to ensure the compliant and efficient operations of the pharmacy. Checks all work of Pharmacy Technicians in line with State Boards of Pharmacy regulations and provides guidance on complex prescriptions, pharmacy automation systems, orders, and other issues.* Adjusts dosages based on established protocols for each drug, ensuring that dosages are appropriate for the patient’s condition and in light of other medications the patient is using and completes clinical tasks related to antimicrobial stewardship.* Educates patients on the proper use and expected effects of medications, especially when patients are using multiple medications, are beginning new regiments, or are being discharged.* Manages narcotics and inventory control and compliance, including regular documentation and completion of checklists. Audits outdated medication in states where Pharmacy Technicians are not permitted to do so.* Contacts Nurses and Physicians as necessary to verify orders and obtain additional information regarding the order.* Assists the Pharmacy Director in maintaining the pharmacy’s accreditation and in implementing operational changes within the pharmacy, such as the use of new systems or adjustments of standard procedures.* Other duties as assigned.***Qualifications**** Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or PharmD.* Licensed, “good standing” pharmacist in the state of Mississippi.* In-patient/hospital pharmacy experience preferred.* Ability to hear, write, and speak clearly in order to communicate with customers and health care professionals.* Strong customer service skills.* Manual dexterity required for occasional reach, lifting and holding of small objects.* Computer savvy to learn and perform successful operation of multiple pharmacy information systems.* May require vendor credentialing.***What is expected of you and others at this level**** Applies working knowledge in the application of concepts, principles and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks.* Works on projects of moderate scope and complexity.* Identifies possible solutions to a variety of technical problems and takes action to resolve.* Applies judgment within defined parameters.* Receives general guidance and may receive more detailed instruction on new projects.* Work reviewed for sound reasoning and accuracy.**Anticipated hourly range:** $50.10 per hour - $71.70 per hour.**Bonus eligible:** No**Benefits:** Paid time off in compliance with applicable laws**Application window anticipated to close:** 11/14/2026 \\*if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.