Staff Pharmacist (Full-Time)

Hackensack Meridian Health; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health is seeking a Staff Pharmacist to deliver comprehensive pharmaceutical care and ensure safe medication use in our hospital setting. The role involves dispensing, monitoring therapy, and collaborating with clinicians to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications include a BS in Pharmacy or APCE-accredited degree, NJ Licensed Registered Pharmacist, and 1–2 years of hospital pharmacy experience. Epic experience is preferred, with strong knowledge of USP standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an APCE accredited school of pharmacy, or equivalent, with a minimum of a BS degree in Pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Complies with state and federal regulations and policies relating to pharmaceutical care and medication management.
• Review and verify all medications prior to dispensing, including allergies, polypharmacy, interactions, and appropriateness.
• Oversee dispensing, chain of custody, and accountability of controlled substances.
• Adhere to USP 795, 797, and 800 standards for sterile and nonsterile compounding and hazardous drugs.
• Supervise pharmacy technicians and assistants and educate staff and students on best practices.

Skills

Hospital pharmacy

Clinical pharmacy

Regulatory compliance

Education

BS in Pharmacy or APCE accredited

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Pharmacist provides comprehensive pharmaceutical care through integrated drug distribution and clinical services ensuring the safe and effective utilization of medications. The Pharmacist is responsible for the dispensing and monitoring of medication therapy in accordance with all applicable regulations and standards.

Responsibilties

A day in the life of a Staff Pharmacist at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• Complies with and enforces all state and federal regulations and HMH and site-specific policies and procedures relating to all aspects of pharmaceutical care and medication management.
• Responsible for the review and verification of all medications prior to dispensing from the pharmacy department. This review includes, but is not limited to, allergies, polypharmacy, drug‑drug interactions, drug‑food interactions, and clinical appropriateness. Appropriate communication with the provider will occur if necessary.
• Responsible for the oversight of dispensing, chain of custody, and accountability of controlled dangerous substances.
• Appropriate handling of investigational drugs at sites where applicable.
• Adheres to USP 795, 797, and 800 standards in accordance with current regulatory standards for sterile and nonsterile compounding and hazardous drugs.
• Responsible for the oversight of all activities of ancillary personnel (Pharmacy Technicians and Assistant/Couriers).
• Employs principles of safe medication best practices as recommended by the Institute for Safe Medication Practices, Joint Commission and outlined in HMH guidelines, policies and procedures.
• Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (i.e., age, culture, language, hearing and/or visually impaired, etc.) This process includes communicating with the patient, parent and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developing/age, educational, literacy, etc.).
• Provides pharmacological information by researching and answering questions and requests of other healthcare professionals.
• Actively participates in pharmacy clinical initiatives including, but not limited to, renal dose adjustments, IV to PO conversions, pharmacokinetic dosing, antibiotic stewardship, opioid stewardship, etc. Pharmacists are available for patient counseling upon request.
• Responsible for training pharmacy staff and residents in all areas of pharmacy practice, including the location of medication management resources and guidelines. Accountable for educating pharmacy students and interns while on rotation.
• Responsible for completing network and departmental competencies, and licensing and certification requirements.
• Performs or oversees assigned unit inspections to assure adherence to medication management standards, including the appropriate storage and security of medications.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational standards of behavior.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Graduate of an APCE accredited school of pharmacy, or equivalent, with a minimum of a BS degree in Pharmacy.

Education, Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Preferred

• 1-2 years of hospital pharmacy experience.
• Knowledge of principles of USP 795, 797, and 800.
• EPIC experience.

Licenses And Certifications Required

• NJ Licensed Registered Pharmacist.

Contacts

• Regular contact with Medical Center personnel, patients, and visitors.

Job Duties

The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non‑discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

• Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.
• Experience: Years of relevant work experience.
• Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.
• Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.
• Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.
• Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.
• Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

Some jobs may also be eligible for performance‑based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts.

In addition to our compensation for full‑time and part‑time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.Minimum rate of $75.03 Hourly