STAFF PHARMACIST

Sage Memorial Hospital; Ganado (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Sage Memorial Hospital in Ganado, AZ seeks a Pharmacist to support the Antibiotic Stewardship Committee, dispense prescriptions, counsel patients, and manage medication records. You will help with MARs, IV compounding, and supplier orders while ensuring regulatory compliance and patient confidentiality.

The role requires leadership and independent clinical judgment. Join a hospital environment that values patient care quality, safety, and collaboration across departments, with opportunities to

Qualifications

• Doctorate of Pharmacy and State Board of Pharmacy licensure.
• ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy graduate.
• Three+ years healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in Antibiotic Stewardship Committee goals.
• Dispense prescriptions and counsel patients.
• Maintain MARs and medication records.
• Compound IV medications and manage medication orders.
• Assist with billing to Medicaid/Medicare and other insurers.
• Maintain Pyxis reports and conduct formulary checks.
• Provide clinical services during code blue and trauma.
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations; protect confidentiality.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Independent judgment

Clinical decision making

Infection control

Pyxis system

English proficiency

Education

Doctorate in Pharmacy

ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy

Tools

Pyxis automation system

Job description

Position Summary:Under direct supervision of the Pharmacist in Charge, accomplishes the Pharmacy Department’s strategic objectives by planning and organizing the assigned functions required to operate and maintain departmental activities and services. Ensures compliance with all State and Federal Laws and agency regulations and standards are maintained in the performance of all pharmacy functions. Maintains confidentiality of all privileged information.This list of duties and responsibilities is illustrative only of the tasks performed by this position and is not all-inclusive.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:• Participate in and support efforts to coordinate and execute Antibiotic Stewardship Committee’s goals and objectives in the hospital.• Perform the functions of a Pharmacist as defined in the Arizona State Board of Pharmacy Regulations.• Perform billing to Medicaid, Medicare, and all other 3rd party insurer patients.• Perform within the prescribed limits of the hospital’s and Pharmacy Department’s Policies and Procedures.• Responsible for reporting to the Pharmacist-in-Charge any observance of compliance discrepancies or issues.• Report appropriately through the chain of command.• Maintain strict patient and employee confidentiality at all times.• Maintain a Quality Improvement Program, The Joint Commission standards, Arizona State Statutes, and the SMH Quality/Risk Management program.• Maintain cooperative communication with other NHF/SMH departments to coordinate services to enhance patient care.• Provide clinical services during code blue and trauma situations.• Comply with and ensure all legal restrictions on the profession of pharmacy are followed.• Ascertain that drug usage is in accordance with formulary policies.• Work with Pharmacy automation system (Pyxis).• Interpret and enter/verify orders on inpatients and outpatient computer systems.• Monitor medication therapy and maintains medication records• Provide medication information to professional staff.• Dispense prescriptions and counsel patients.• Schedule medication, administrate and maintain MAR’s.• Compound prescriptions and IV medications.• Order medication and supplies.• Check medication stock for expired or unusable stock.• Pick up and deliver medication and medication orders.• Clean and maintain pharmacy equipment.• Perform debits and credits to patient accounts.• Keep track of Controlled Substances within the hospital.• Respond to all codes as required for patient care in a timely manner.• Attend regular staff meetings to ensure communication among personnel regarding program-related activities.• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by conducting research, attending seminars, educational workshops, classes, and conferences.• Participate in Infection Control, Emergency Codes and Fire Safety Trainings.• Meet and comply with company Personnel Policies and Procedures.• Perform other duties as required.Minimum Qualifications:• Doctorate’s degree in Pharmacy.• Graduate of an ACPE accredited School of Pharmacy.• Three (3) years of progressive work experience in the healthcare industry or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.• Licensed by a State Board of Pharmacy as a Doctor of Pharmacy.• Must be able to successfully pass the Employee Health Program requirements and background investigation.Knowledge, Abilities, Skills, and Certifications:• Knowledge of applicable tribal, federal, state, county and local laws, regulations, including The Joint Commission Accreditation.• Knowledge in the functions of a Pharmacist within the accepted boundaries of the practice of Pharmacy as outlined in the Arizona Board of Pharmacy Statutes, Drug Enforcement Agency Regulations, and accepted standards of practice as outlines by the American Society of Health Systems Pharmacist.• Knowledge of Pyxis automation system reporting and functions.• Knowledge of Infection Control, Patient Safety, Emergency Codes and Fire Safety.• Ability to communicate effectively in the English language both verbally and in writing with staff and the public.• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers at all levels.• Ability to work effectively with individuals and demonstrate leadership and team-building skills with empathy and enthusiasm.• Ability to work independently and meet strict timelines.• Ability to make clinical decisions and exercise independent judgment.• Ability to demonstrate a stride for excellence in providing appropriate patient care and continually seek improvement in results.• Ability to interpret applicable federal, state, county, and local laws, regulations, and requirements.• Skill in operating business computers and office machines.• Knowledge of computer software like Word, Excel, Access, and presentation software (such as PowerPoint).• Skill in preparing, reviewing, and analyzing Pyxis reports.Physical Demands:While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly is required to sit; use hands to reach and grasp objects; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee occasionally is required to stand; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.Work Environment:Work is generally performed in an office with moderate noise level. Extended hours and irregular shifts may be required. Works weekends, holidays and extended hours as necessary. Available to provide clinical services during code blue and trauma. Ability to work a flexible schedule. Ability to take on call services as required.