Staff Pharmacist

Houston Methodist; Cypress (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Supportive work environment

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. is seeking a Staff Pharmacist to join Houston Methodist in Cypress, Illinois. In this role, you will provide patient-oriented pharmacy services, managing medication therapy and collaborating with healthcare professionals.

The ideal candidate will possess a valid Texas Pharmacist license or be eligible to obtain it within 90 days. Strong communication skills and the ability to ensure patient safety and quality of care are essential.

We offer comprehensive training and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Texas Pharmacist License or eligibility within 90 days.
• Strong communication in English, both verbal and written.
• Ability to counsel and provide patient education.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pharmacy technicians and students.
• Process medication orders and verify appropriateness.
• Conduct drug therapy reviews and monitor patient outcomes.

Skills

Pharmacist State Licensure

Interpersonal skills

Customer service focus

Drug therapy management

Proficiency in MS Office and EMR software

Education

Graduate of an accredited pharmacy program

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Job description

At Houston Methodist, the Staff Pharmacist position is responsible for providing day‑to‑day comprehensive, patient‑oriented pharmacy services in any or all areas of the department including processing orders, therapy review, and patient education. The role collaborates with other health‑care professionals to manage patients’ drug therapies for effectiveness and overall safety. It also involves oversight of pharmacy technicians and students and may serve as a preceptor.

FLSA STATUS

Non‑exempt

EDUCATION

• Graduate of an educational program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licences and Registrations section

EXPERIENCE

• No experience needed; some experience applicable to the specific work setting (e.g., hospital, specialty pharmacy) highly preferred

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required

• PHRM - Pharmacist - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV Texas Pharmacist license or eligible for Texas Pharmacist license within 90 days and
• PPC- Pharmacist Preceptor Cert - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV within 15 months and
• IV Certification - Intravenous certification (Various) - Various Issuers within 90 days and
• BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association within 90 days

Preferred

• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA)

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on‑going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members, and co‑workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
• Exhibits strong interpersonal, teamwork, and leadership skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians, and co‑workers; capable of assuming responsibility for coordinating the activities of a major pharmacy service area
• Knowledge and skills in comprehensive pharmacy services including unit‑dose drug distribution, intravenous admixture preparation, nutrition support services, and target drug monitoring
• Demonstrates knowledge of basic principles regarding rational drug therapy, including but not limited to, professional and technical competence in the selection, evaluation, utilisation, and distribution of drugs and drug information and apply these to all patient groups, neonate to geriatric
• Computer skills to include proficiency in MS Office and EMR software

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team‑focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
• Guides and mentors pharmacy technicians and students to build confidence in skills, knowledge and abilities. In the absence of Senior Staff Pharmacists or other higher level, serves as a coordinator for the shift overseeing and leading activities of technicians and other support staff.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Processes all orders/requests accurately and efficiently, verifying appropriateness of all drugs in reference to the patient’s diagnosis, allergies, height and weight.
• Monitors workload fluctuations and work output of pharmacy technician(s), adjusting assignments as appropriate to ensure accurate and timely delivery of medications to patient care areas.
• Conducts proactive drug therapy reviews and monitoring, providing drug information, patient counselling, and management of pharmacist‑based dosing protocols, collaborating with other health‑care staff for problem resolution for the achievement of patient‑specific goals.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Collaborates with other health‑care professionals to manage patient’s drug therapy for effectiveness, side effects, adverse drug reactions, toxicities, drug interactions and incompatibilities following guidelines for formulary management and clinical intervention tools in the achievement of patient specific goals. Documents patient care activities and patient outcomes as impacted by pharmaceutical care and clinical interventions.
• Participates in department quality management activities, i.e. medication use evaluations, adverse drug reactions and medication error reporting, clinical interventions, medication centre reviews, and inventory management documentation and reporting.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Manages inventory to minimise waste and expired drugs in the work area as well as uses one’s resources effectively and efficiently.
• Self‑motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritise daily tasks.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Participates in inter‑ and intra‑departmental activities including in‑services, article publication/presentation, preceptorship, and additional training. Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Staff Pharmacist.

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

• Uniform: No
• Scrubs: Yes
• Business professional: Yes
• Other (department approved): No

ON‑CALL

• On Call* No

TRAVEL

• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

Work Shift

1 - Day (United States of America)

Job Category

Clinical Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, Houston Methodist’s eighth hospital, opened in the first quarter of 2025 in a prime location in the heart of the rapidly growing U.S. 290 corridor. It incorporates the most advanced technology available, featuring innovations designed to enhance communication between patients, physicians, staff and families. The facility combines state‑of‑the‑art technology with world‑class clinicians, creating an unparalleled experience for patients, employees and physicians.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.