What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacist position at Naugatuck Pharmacy?
Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Pharmacist to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will be responsible for dispensing medications accurately, providing expert pharmaceutical care, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards. Your expertise will directly impact patient outcomes by delivering safe, effective, and personalized medication therapy. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced hospital environment where your clinical knowledge and patient service skills will be highly valued. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for patient care, a strong foundation in pharmacology, and experience in acute care settings.
Responsibilities
- Dispense prescription medications with precision, adhering to all pharmaceutical regulations and safety protocols
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to determine appropriate medication therapies and monitor responses
- Collaborate closely with healthcare providers to optimize medication plans for diverse patient populations, including pediatrics, oncology, ICU, and emergency room cases
- Manage IV infusion preparations and aseptic techniques to ensure sterile compounding and safe medication administration
- Utilize Electronic Medical Records (EMR/EHR) systems for accurate documentation of medication orders and patient interactions
- Provide clinical pharmacy services such as drug regulation compliance, pharmacotherapeutics guidance, and acute pain management strategies
- Precept pharmacy residents and students, fostering the next generation of pharmacy professionals through mentorship and education
Experience
- Prior practicing as a licensed pharmacist in a hospital or healthcare setting with hospital pharmacy experience
- Demonstrated expertise in managed care, critical care, trauma center operations (Level I & II), and hospital medicine environments
- Extensive clinical pharmacy experience including ICU, emergency room, PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit), and post-residency practice
- Proven ability to handle complex medication regimens involving IV compounding, oncology drugs, and acute pain management
- Familiarity with Pharmacy Information Systems (PIS) and medical terminology essential for efficient workflow
- Experience with pharmaceutical regulatory compliance standards and drug regulation policies
- Strong knowledge of pharmacology, physiology, anatomy, medical terminology, and medication administration protocols
Join us to make a meaningful difference in patient lives through expert pharmaceutical care. We are committed to supporting your professional growth while providing a collaborative environment that values your expertise. This paid position offers an engaging opportunity to work at the forefront of hospital medicine with a focus on excellence in patient safety and care delivery.
Pay: $60.00 - $65.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Family leave
- Relocation assistance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60 - $65