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Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital, part of Encompass Health, is seeking a Pharmacist to join our Healthcare & Medical Services team. In this role, you will ensure safe, effective medication therapy, collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and therapists, and provide patient education on medication use. You'll verify orders, manage drug distribution, monitor for interactions, and support quality and regulatory standards. Our culture values integrity, innovation, compassion, and teamwork, offering a dynamic environment focused on clinical excellence, professional growth, and exceptional patient outcomes. Responsibilities Review, verify, and dispense medications in accordance with physician orders, hospital policies, and regulatory standards Provide clinical pharmacotherapy oversight, including medication therapy management and optimization for rehab and medically complex patients Conduct thorough medication reconciliation at admission, transfer, and discharge to ensure safe transitions of care Educate patients and families on medication regimens, indications, side effects, and adherence strategies tailored to rehabilitation goals Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, therapists, and case managers to support evidence-based, patient-centered care plans Monitor for and help prevent adverse drug events, drug interactions, and contraindications, and provide timely clinical recommendations Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and contribute pharmacologic expertise to treatment planning and discharge readiness Support safe and compliant handling of controlled substances, including inventory control, documentation, and auditing Ensure compliance with all applicable pharmacy laws, Joint Commission, CMS, and hospital policies and procedures Assist with formulary management, therapeutic interchanges, and cost-effective medication use while maintaining quality outcomes Document all clinical interventions, counseling, and medication-related activities accurately in the electronic medical record Participate in quality improvement initiatives, medication use evaluations, and performance metrics to enhance patient outcomes Provide guidance and support to pharmacy technicians and other team members, fostering a culture of safety and collaboration Contribute to staff education on medication updates, protocols, and best practices in rehabilitation and acute care pharmacy Required Skills Medication therapy management Pharmacology knowledge Drug utilization review Sterile and non-sterile compounding Patient counseling and education Clinical documentation (EMR/EHR) Interdisciplinary care coordination Medication reconciliation Regulatory compliance (Joint Commission, CMS) Formulary management Adverse drug event monitoring and reporting Immunization administration Dose calculation and pharmacokinetics Inventory and controlled substance management Therapeutic drug monitoring Communication and collaboration Time management and prioritization