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Job description
Clinical Pharmacist – Hospital (Weekend Only)
Works with members of the health care team to provide safe and effective drug therapy. Serves as a drug information resource to pharmacy, nursing, and medical staffs as well as to patients. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.
The Clinical Pharmacist collaborates with members of the healthcare team to deliver safe, effective, and evidence-based medication therapy. This role serves as a key drug information resource for pharmacy, nursing, and medical staff, as well as patients. The Clinical Pharmacist practices in alignment with organizational mission, values, and service standards, while ensuring high-quality patient care and regulatory compliance.
Weekend Only Option
Three 12-hour shifts: Friday–Sunday
Clinical Practice
Evaluate medication orders and patient records to ensure appropriateness of therapy.
Assess patient conditions and develop individualized medication care plans that minimize adverse effects.
Monitor drug therapies through chart review and interdisciplinary collaboration; intervene when necessary.
Consult with physicians, nurses, and patients regarding medication selection, dosing, administration, interactions, and side effects.
Document medication plans, interventions, and patient outcomes accurately.
Provide recommendations on drug therapy, including dose, route, schedule, contraindications, and potential interactions.
Serve as a clinical resource with developing or maintaining subspecialty expertise.
Collaboration & Patient Care
Partner with healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Maintain positive working relationships with medical and nursing staff.
Provide education and guidance to patients and caregivers on medication use.
Quality, Safety & Compliance
Adhere to all confidentiality, safety, and risk management policies.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, including medication use evaluations and adverse drug reaction reporting.
Ensure compliance with regulatory, licensing, and accreditation standards.
Complete required inspections (e.g., expiration dating, floor stock checks) and safety training.
Education & Professional Development
Participate in precepting pharmacy students and residents.
Support continuing education through presentations, in-services, and staff training.
Contribute to competency development for pharmacy team members.
Attend conferences, workshops, and maintain licensure requirements.
Operations & Coordination
Coordinate activities with department staff to ensure efficient workflow.
Exercise sound judgment in prioritizing tasks and managing resources.
Participate in departmental initiatives, committees, and policy reviews.
Technology & Systems
Utilize pharmacy information systems for order verification and clinical documentation (e.g., Epic).
Access and apply drug information resources (e.g., Micromedex).
Operate pharmacy automation systems (e.g., Omnicell, McKesson, ScriptPro) as needed.
Professionalism
Demonstrate exceptional communication and customer service aligned with service standards.
Maintain professionalism, teamwork, and respect in all interactions.
Adhere to dress code, hygiene standards, and PPE requirements.
Effectively manage workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BS) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited school of pharmacy
Licensure
Current pharmacist license in the state of practice
Why Join Us?
Competitive Weekend-Only Schedule
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus with structured payout
Collaborative, patient-centered work environment
Opportunities for professional growth, teaching, and clinical specialization
Worksite address
springfield, MO, 65897, US
Who can apply
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