PRN Hospital Pharmacist
Job Summary
Working in a hospital system pharmacy outsourced to Cardinal Health, the Pharmacist II adjusts and dispenses medication to patients and drives the compliant and efficient operations of the pharmacy. The Pharmacist verifies physician orders using the pharmacy information system, makes adjustments according to protocols for a given medication, and provides patient education.
Responsibilities
- Applies expert knowledge of drugs and related protocols, to verify physician orders for medications using pharmacy information system. Checks drug and dose in relation to stated patient issue and addresses automated alerts from the system regarding drug type, dose, and other metrics.
- Supervises Pharmacy Technicians to ensure the compliant and efficient operations of the pharmacy. Checks all work of Pharmacy Technicians in line with State Boards of Pharmacy regulations and provides guidance on complex prescriptions, pharmacy automation systems, orders, and other issues.
- Adjusts dosages based on established protocols for each drug, ensuring that dosages are appropriate for the patient’s condition and in light of other medications the patient is using and completes clinical tasks related to antimicrobial stewardship.
- Educates patients on the proper use and expected effects of medications, especially when patients are using multiple medications, are beginning new regimens, or are being discharged.
- Manages narcotics and inventory control and compliance, including regular documentation and completion of checklists. Audits outdated medication in states where Pharmacy Technicians are not permitted to do so.
- Contacts Nurses and Physicians as necessary to verify orders and obtain additional information regarding the order.
- Assists the Pharmacy Director in maintaining the pharmacy’s accreditation and in implementing operational changes within the pharmacy, such as the use of new systems or adjustments of standard procedures.
Qualifications
- Licensed, “good standing” pharmacist in the state of Texas or willing to become licensed in the state
- In-patient hospital/clinic pharmacy experience required
- Flexibility to work various shifts
- IV certification required
- Ability to hear, write, and speak clearly in order to communicate with customers and health care professionals
- Strong customer service skills
- Manual dexterity required for occasional reach, lifting and holding of small objects
- Computer savvy to learn and perform successful operation of multiple pharmacy information systems
- May require vendor credentialing
What is expected of you and others at this level
Applies working knowledge in the application of concepts, principles and technical capabilities to perform varied tasks
Works on projects of moderate scope and complexity
Identifies possible solutions to a variety of technical problems and takes action to resolve
Applies judgment within defined parameters
Receives general guidance and may receive more detailed instruction on new projects
Work reviewed for sound reasoning and accuracy
Pay
The anticipated hourly range is $50.10 per hour - $64.53 per hour.
Benefits
Paid time off in compliance with applicable laws
Application
The application window is anticipated to close on 8/23/2026. If interested in the opportunity, please submit your application as soon as possible.