Pharmacist - Inpatient

About the role

Presbyterian is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Pharmacist to join our team. The Pharmacist interprets and evaluates orders and prepares/dispenses medications to patients and staff while monitoring the safety and efficacy of the prescribed drugs. The Pharmacist must have excellent communication skills since they often work closely with doctors and other healthcare professionals to ensure that patients receive the right medication and dosage for their medical conditions. Sign on bonus available for qualified candidates. Location: 1100 Central Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106-4930.

Responsibilities

• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, PI program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Compounds, packages, labels, and dispenses medications.
• Advises patients and families on the use of medications including dosage, side effects, and composition.
• Maintains professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-services, and workshops.
• Monitors medication use for appropriateness.
• Oversees the activities of technicians, interns, and students.
• Participates in education programs for pharmacy staff, attends meetings as required, and participates on committees as needed.
• Participates in training pharmacists, technicians, students, and residents.
• Consults with and advises healthcare providers regarding optimal and cost-effective utilization of drugs.
• Performs other functions as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Education specialization: Pharmacy
• Registered Pharmacist
• Licensed (New Grads are welcome to apply)
• Responsible for on-call, weekend, night, and/or holiday coverage as required on a rotating basis
• Less than one year experience in pharmacy practice preferred

Benefits

• Sign on bonus available for qualified candidates
• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system
• Wellness program: free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more

Pay

Compensation range: Minimum Offer $52.25 – Maximum Offer $91.68

Schedule

Type of Opportunity: Full time (FTE: 1.00). Work Shift: Nights. Position is non‑exempt.