A Hospital Pharmacist provides medications to patients and educates patients on the proper use of medications. Works within a hospital settings. May consult with physicians about correct dosage and appropriate administration as well as discuss adverse reactions. The types of medications and their dispersal may differ significantly from those handled by retail pharmacists.
The Pharmacist provides safe, effective, and cost-conscious medication therapy while supporting patients, families, and healthcare professionals through medication management, clinical consultation, and drug information. This role also provides daily leadership and oversight of pharmacy technicians and support staff, participates in quality improvement initiatives, and ensures compliance with organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
Schedule:
7-on - 7-off
Shift:
9:30 AM-8:00 PM Monday-Friday, with 6:30 AM-5:00 PM weekend and holiday coverage.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES
Maintains professionalism and conducts self as a role model, serving as a resource for all health system partners. Is an expert staff pharmacist who relies on skills of comprehensive knowledge and experience. Maintains practice by ongoing professional literature review, continuing education and self-evaluation.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Graduate of an accredited Pharmacy Program Hospital Pharmacy experience or residency preferred
CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE
Wisconsin/Illinois Registered Pharmacist License or eligible
Work requires a moderate level of independent judgment along with good interpretative and interpersonal skills with justification and accountability to Supervisor, Manager, and Director.
SUPERVISES
This position supervises technicians. This position is involved in the recruitment and orientation process and provides performance feedback and input for performance evaluation purposes. May implement coaching, counseling, and corrective action when needed.
PAY RANGE
$119,940.61 - $179,910.92 Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability Insurance FSA/HSA Options Generous, accruing paid time off Paid Parental and caregiver leave Career advancement and educational opportunities Tuition and certification reimbursement Certification Reimbursement Well-being Programs Employee Discounts On-Demand Pay Financial Education Annual recognition/awards events Partner appreciation days Family entertainment/attractions discount Community service/improvement opportunities Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information. At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50 One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women For over 135 years, Mercyhealth has provided high-quality health care to residents throughout northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. We have a passion for providing comprehensive health care close to home for area residents through our six hospitals and 85 primary and specialty care locations. As an integrated health system, you can come to us for routine health care, like annual physicals, immunizations and preventive health screenings, as well as highly specialized care, such as neonatal intensive care, heart surgery, stroke care, neurosurgery, cancer treatment and much more. The range of Mercyhealth's specialties and the skills of our doctors, nurses and clinical staff are truly extraordinary.
