PRN Hospital Pharmacist
| Company | Cardinal Health |
|---|---|
| Location | Kingwood, Houston, TX, USA |
| Salary | $49.4 – $70.6 |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | PharmD |
| Experience Level | Mid Level |
Requirements
- Licensed, ‘good standing’ pharmacist in the state of Texas required
- IV certification required OR willing to obtain within 60 days of hire
- 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
Responsibilities
- Applies expert knowledge of drugs and related protocols, to verify physician orders for medications using pharmacy information system
- Supervises Pharmacy Technicians to ensure the compliant and efficient operations of the pharmacy
- Adjusts dosages based on established protocols for each drug
- Educates patients on the proper use and expected effects of medications
- Manages narcotics and inventory control and compliance
- 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
Preferred Qualifications
- In-patient hospital pharmacy experience preferred
- Flexibility to work various shifts and on-call as needed