Staff Pharmacist - Patient-Focused Care Leader

Vanderbilt Health; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health in Nashville, TN, is seeking a Pharmacist for Pharmacy VUH Ayers 1 to provide leadership in medication preparation, dosing, and patient-specific drug information. The role emphasizes safety, cost-effectiveness, and collaboration with clinicians.

The position features early start times, weekend coverage rotation, and responsibilities including order verification, drug information queries, IV compatibility, and narcotic reconciliation.

Qualifications

• Tennessee Pharmacist license required.
• Relevant work experience (Less than 1 year) in a healthcare/pharmacy setting.
• Bachelor's degree required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Review drug orders to ensure safe, appropriate and cost-effective use.
• Prepare and dispense medications and provide drug information to healthcare professionals and patients.
• Supervise support personnel and verify medication accuracy before dispensing.
• Verify orders, answer calls about medication administration and drug interactions, and manage IV compatibility.
• Support narcotic reconciliation and participate in quality and safety initiatives.

Education

Bachelor's (Required)

Job description

Vanderbilt Health in Nashville, TN, is seeking a Pharmacist for Pharmacy VUH Ayers 1 to provide leadership in medication preparation, dosing, and patient-specific drug information. The role emphasizes safety, cost-effectiveness, and collaboration with clinicians.

The position features early start times, weekend coverage rotation, and responsibilities including order verification, drug information queries, IV compatibility, and narcotic reconciliation.