Clinical Specialty Pharmacist
Your future role at a glance
Location: Austin, TX
Facility: Dell Seton Medical Center
Department/Specialty: Inpatient Pharmacy
Schedule: Nights
Full-Time
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Benefits that help you thrive
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
How you’ll make an impact in this role
Lead specialized pharmacy care by assuring appropriate selection, dosing, and dispensing of medication orders in complex areas such as oncology and nuclear medicine.
Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), providing system-wide guidance to clinical leadership and cross-functional teams to improve medication safety and therapeutic protocols.
Proactively review and assess medication orders, recommending evidence-based formulary alternatives to prevent and resolve potential drug-related problems, ensuring optimal patient safety.
Collaborate with physicians and clinical staff, providing expert drug information and patient education to facilitate integrated care and enhance treatment effectiveness.
Oversee technical personnel and assist with academic functions, such as serving as a preceptor for pharmacy students, to maintain workflow efficiency and mentor the next generation of professionals.
Minimum Requirements You’ll Need
- Licensure / Certification / Registration: Pharmacist credentialed from the Texas State Board of Pharmacy required.
- Education: Bachelor's or advanced degree in Pharmacy required.
Additional Preferences We're Seeking
- 3 Years Recent Inpatient/Hospital Experience
- IV/Sterile Compounding Certification