What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Pharmacist position at Delta County Memorial Hospital?
Delta Health is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to provide safe, high-quality inpatient and outpatient pharmacy services. The Pharmacist is responsible for medication preparation and dispensing, medication management, clinical support, and compliance with hospital, state, and federal regulations.
Key Responsibilities- Review and interpret medication orders and identify potential therapeutic issues.
- Prepare, compound, package, label, and dispense sterile and non-sterile medications.
- Supervise inpatient and outpatient medication preparation and dispensing.
- Monitor drug therapies and provide clinical recommendations and interventions.
- Perform medication reconciliation and discharge medication counseling.
- Conduct medication therapy management under approved collaborative practice agreements.
- Provide drug information and education to physicians, nurses, patients, and other healthcare professionals.
- Oversee pharmacy technician workflow and verify medication preparation, labeling, order entry, and charges.
- Maintain compliance with Colorado Board of Pharmacy, DEA, FDA, and hospital requirements, including controlled substance records and medication inspections.
- Participate in quality improvement, auditing, education, and other pharmacy initiatives.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and compliant pharmacy environment.
- Share on-call responsibilities with other pharmacists.
- Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (B.S. Pharmacy) required.
- Current Colorado Pharmacist (RPh) license required.
- Previous hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
- Hospital pharmacy residency preferred.
- Experience with unit-dose, IV admixture, TPN, and/or pharmacokinetics preferred.
Reports To: Director of Pharmacy
All licensure and certification requirements must be maintained in accordance with the organization's current Licensure/Certification Policy and Procedure.
Why Join Delta Health?
Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Medical, RX, Dental & Vision – Low premiums with 100% coverage on services provided within the Delta Health system, and no deductibles or co-pays. Includes access to massage therapy, acupuncture, and chiropractic care.
- Life & Disability Insurance – Employer-paid coverage for your peace of mind.
- Time Off – Over 4 weeks of paid vacation annually (including sick and personal leave) for full-time staff.
- Retirement – 403(b) plan with up to a 2% employer match.
Work-Life Balance in a Stunning Location
Located on the Western Slope of the Rocky Mountains, Delta offers an unmatched combination of small-town charm, affordability, and natural beauty. Enjoy year-round outdoor activities such as hiking, skiing, mountain biking, fishing, and exploring the Grand Mesa and surrounding public lands. Whether you're raising a family or looking for work-life balance, Delta provides a safe, friendly community with a slower pace and a high quality of life. Delta is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Uncompahgre Plateau, and nearby wineries, offering a unique blend of adventure and relaxation.
Delta Health is a county-wide healthcare system with more than 100 years of dedication to serving our community. Our 49-bed hospital and outpatient locations across Delta County are committed providing remarkable care in a healing environment. We operate with the core belief: Excellence. Every Patient. Every Time.