LifePoint Health

Clinical Staff Pharmacist

LifePoint Health • $100K — $120K *
Lewiston, ID 83501In-Person
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy required.
  • Active and unrestricted Pharmacist license in the state of practice required.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
  • Sterile Products Certification preferred.
  • 1-2 years of clinical pharmacy experience in a hospital or acute care setting preferred.
  • Experience in compounding sterile products and medication therapy management preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Review and verify medication orders for accuracy and drug interactions.
  • Prepare and dispense medications following established protocols.
  • Compound sterile products, chemotherapy, and parenteral nutrition.
  • Provide drug information and consultation to healthcare professionals.
  • Monitor patient medication profiles for contraindications and allergies.
  • Educate patients on medication therapy and administration techniques.
  • Assist in maintaining pharmacy inventory and ensuring proper storage.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings for medication management.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development and continuous learning.
  • Gain experience in a supportive, team-oriented environment.
  • Engage in patient-focused education and consultation.
  • Contribute to innovative medication management practices.
Full Job Description
$15,000 Sign On Bonus

Job Summary

  • The Pharmacist is responsible for preparing, dispensing, and monitoring medications to ensure the safe and effective use of pharmaceutical therapies for patients in an acute care hospital setting. This role includes verifying medication orders, providing drug information, compounding sterile products, and overseeing the work of pharmacy technicians to maintain compliance with regulatory standards.


Essential Functions

  • Review and verify medication orders for accuracy, dosage, and potential drug interactions
  • Prepare and dispense medications in accordance with established protocols and physician orders
  • Compound sterile products, chemotherapy, and parenteral nutrition solutions using aseptic techniques
  • Provide drug information and consultation to healthcare professionals regarding appropriate medication use
  • Monitor patient medication profiles for contraindications, allergies, and therapeutic duplications
  • Educate patients on medication therapy, potential side effects, and proper administration techniques
  • Assist in maintaining the pharmacy inventory, including controlled substances, and ensure proper storage and security
  • Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to provide input on medication management and therapeutic plans
  • Document all clinical activities and interventions in the patient medical record
  • Assist in the orientation and training of pharmacy technicians and pharmacy students


Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

  • Strong knowledge of pharmacotherapy, medication safety, and regulatory standards
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency in using pharmacy information systems and medication dispensing software
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills for identifying and resolving medication-related issues
  • Demonstrates commitment to continuous learning and professional development


Qualifications

Education

  • Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited School of Pharmacy required


Licenses/Certifications

  • Active and unrestricted Pharmacist license in the state of practice required
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
  • Sterile Products Certification preferred


Experience

  • Minimum of 1-2 years of clinical pharmacy experience in a hospital or acute care setting preferred
  • Experience in compounding sterile products and medication therapy management preferred

About LifePoint Health

LifePoint Health is a healthcare company that owns and operates hospitals and other healthcare facilities across the United States. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Brentwood, Tennessee. LifePoint Health's hospitals offer a wide range of medical services, including emergency care, surgery, cardiology, oncology, and women's health. The company is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to all patients, regardless of their ability to pay. LifePoint Health is also dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves through various community outreach programs and initiatives.
Learn more about LifePoint Health
Size
46,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1999
* Ladders Estimates

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