Staff Pharmacist - Inpatient - Rotating

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health in Richmond, VA is seeking a Staff Pharmacist for inpatient, rotating shifts. The role ensures drug-use safety and effectiveness across neonatal to geriatric patients, with emphasis on accurate orders, timely dispensing, and collaboration with clinical staff.

Requirements include current Virginia Board of Pharmacy licensure within 90 days, a BS in Pharmacy (Pharm.D. preferred), and at least one year of relevant experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited program.
• Licensed or eligible for Virginia State Board of Pharmacy licensure within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and verify drug-related orders for proper dosage, route, form, and schedule.
• Ensure expedited preparation and dispensing by pharmacy staff.
• Counsel patients on safe and proper use of medications and resolve therapy problems.

Skills

Pharmacotherapy

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Reading

Writing

Teamwork

Education

BS in Pharmacy

Pharm.D. preferred

Job description

## Staff Pharmacist - Inpatient - RotatingApply: Richmond, VA: Full time: Posted Today: R46053The Pharmacist ensures the overall integrity, safety, rationality, and effectiveness of the drug use control process for all patients in the assigned geographic or specialty area, including the following patient groups: Neonates, Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, and Geriatrics.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Current licensure with the Virginia State Board of Pharmacy required or obtained within the first 90 days of employment Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current licensure with the Virginia State Board of Pharmacy Experience REQUIRED: N/A Experience PREFERRED: Minimum of one (1) year of pharmacy practice experience in a similar setting. Previous experience with state of the art drug distribution and clinical service methods and drug information sources and retrieval and communication methods. Education/training REQUIRED: Bachelors of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited academic program Education/training PREFERRED: Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) from an accredited academic program Independent action(s) required: The monitoring, screening and verification of all drug-related orders for assurance of proper dosage, route, dosage form, and administration schedule and ensuring expedited preparation and dispensing of all dosage forms by pharmacy personnel. Resolve drug therapy problems, clarify and correct problematic drug orders, designate pharmacy technicians to perform special assignments, counsel patients regarding the safe and proper use of their medications, and resolve equipment and operational problems. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: Must be available to work evenings, nights and weekends. Age Specific groups served: All Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs. Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive) Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, changeCompensation Range$53.05 - $79.57Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications. RotatingEEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran