Pharmacist

Job Summary

We are seeking a licensed Pharmacist to join our team. This role requires a dedicated professional with strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and experience in hospital pharmacy operations. The ideal candidate will ensure safe, accurate, and timely medication management across inpatient and outpatient settings, with a focus on patient safety, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

·       Profiling & Transcribing: Review patient profiles for appropriate therapy based on clinical data (e.g., age, diagnosis, lab values, allergies, weight, BSA, pregnancy status). Accurately transcribe all medication orders, including specialized protocols, verifying dose, route, frequency, and medication accuracy. Recommend alternative therapies when indicated.

·       Dispensing Medications: Dispense prescriptions and medications promptly and accurately via phone, window, fax, and electronic systems. Obtain medications as needed, considering patient status (inpatient/outpatient), formulary status, and cost-effective alternatives.

·       Checking: Verify unit-dose medications, automated dispensing machine fills, floor stock, IVs, batching, repackaging, and extemporaneous preparations. Check crash cart trays, rapid response kits, and emergency supplies for accuracy and completeness.

·       Sterile Preparations: Prepare and supervise aseptic compounding of IV medications, including antineoplastic agents, using sterile technique and safe handling practices. Monitor batch inventory, minimize waste, and ensure proper documentation and storage.

·       Clinical Practice: Participate in clinical initiatives. Identify and resolve therapy issues, eliminate duplicate or inappropriate medications. Convert non-formulary requests to formulary alternatives when possible. Support Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee goals.

·       Drug Information: Provide timely, evidence-based drug information to physicians, nurses, patients, and families. Utilize reliable drug databases and interpret clinical data effectively.

·       Performance & Customer Service: Respond promptly and professionally to phone, window, and door requests. Resolve issues independently. Contribute to performance improvement, cost-saving, and workflow efficiency initiatives. Mentor and supervise pharmacy technicians.

·       Education & Training: Complete all required competency training. Mentor new staff, students, and pharmacy residents. Maintain current knowledge of medications, therapies, and regulations. Active participation in professional organizations is encouraged.

Required Qualifications

·       Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or equivalent from an accredited School of Pharmacy

·       Current, active registration and licensure with the New Jersey Board of Pharmacy

·       Minimum of 2 years of hospital pharmacy experience

·       Strong clinical judgment and patient safety focus

·       Proficiency in electronic health records and pharmacy systems

·       Excellent communication, problem-solving, and time management skills

·       Bilingual abilities (Spanish or other languages) are a plus

Preferred Qualifications

·       Prior experience in oncology or infusion center pharmacy

·       Experience with IV compounding, sterile technique, and hazardous drug handling

·       Background in performance improvement, cost containment, or quality initiatives

Work Schedule

·       4x10-hour shifts per week (3 days/week)

·       Shifts: 9:00 PM – 7:00 AM