Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Routinely performs all of the duties of a staff pharmacist but also utilizes a large amount of their assigned work time to a specialty area within the pharmacy that provides direct support or training for other staff. This position often requires odd work schedules, off site meetings, on-call time and weekend shifts in order to maintain software systems while not disrupting departmental operations.

What the Inpatient Pharmacist will do:

• Reviews, prepares and dispenses medication orders per physician order or prescription according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Ensures safe, appropriate, cost effective medication therapies for patients according to established policies, procedures and protocols.
• Contributes to the quality and effective operation of the department.
• Provides clinical consultation and clarification to practitioners. Suggests appropriate, cost-effective therapeutic alternatives to physicians, as needed.
• Provides drug information and counseling to patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in the training, education, precepting, and evaluation of pharmacy students and/or residents as assigned.
• Provides work direction to pharmacy support personnel, verifies the daily activities of pharmacy technicians.

What the Inpatient Pharmacist will need:

• Five year bachelor of science degree in pharmacy from an accredited college of pharmacy.
• Specialist in one or more areas of expertise within the pharmacy such as pharmacy software maintenance, hardware upkeep, training of pharmacy personnel or communication with outside technical departments (TIS).
• Current registered pharmacist license and controlled substance license issued by the Michigan State Board of Pharmacy. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification may be required (at discretion of manager).

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.