Clinical Pharmacist – PRN Varies – Pharmacy

Qualifications

Education & Licensure

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree required

• Active license to practice pharmacy in the State of Texas (required)

• Completion of all mandated continuing education requirements

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of hospital pharmacy experience preferred

• At least twenty (20) hours of training in sterile IV admixture preparation

• Familiarity with pharmacy automation systems, medication order entry tools, and inventory management processes

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Exceptional organizational and analytical abilities

• Proficient in generating and interpreting reports and clinical documentation

• Ability to exercise sound clinical judgment and function effectively in a fast-paced, interruption-prone environment

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Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Operational Duties

• Accurately review, verify, and process medication orders

• Screen for drug interactions, dosage accuracy, and therapeutic appropriateness

• Monitor for contraindications, duplications, and potential adverse drug reactions

• Prepare and dispense a variety of medications, including IV admixtures, chemotherapy agents, and parenteral nutrition solutions

• Maintain accurate medication profiles and reconcile with administration records

• Perform medication histories and participate in medication reconciliation efforts

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain complete and accurate records of controlled substances, inventory logs, and compliance reports

• Ensure strict adherence to applicable federal and state regulations and internal policies

• Conduct scheduled audits of controlled substances and uphold secure storage practices

• Manage medication recalls and document actions taken in accordance with protocols

Collaboration & Leadership

• Supervise and provide direction to pharmacy technicians and support staff

• Offer clinical consultation and drug therapy guidance to medical and nursing teams

• Recommend cost-effective and evidence-based therapeutic alternatives

• Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, clinical evaluations, and continuous quality improvement initiatives

• Mentor and train pharmacy interns and students as a preceptor

Additional Responsibilities

• Temporarily fulfill Pharmacy Director duties during their absence

• Support formulary adherence and contribute to therapeutic substitution strategies

• Generate medication fill reports and review culture and sensitivity data to guide therapy

• Promote the safe, efficient, and cost-effective use of pharmaceuticals across the organization

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Customer Service & Professional Conduct

• Deliver outstanding customer service in alignment with DHR’s C.A.R.E.S. values: Commitment, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, and Service

• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional pharmacy workspace

• Serve as a reliable source of information and education for patients and caregivers, including guidance on medication adherence and disease management

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Age-Specific Competency

The Clinical Pharmacist must demonstrate understanding of the unique developmental and healthcare needs of patients across the lifespan. This includes the ability to adjust medication management strategies and communication styles appropriately based on patient age and condition.

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Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 pounds, and assist with heavier loads as required

• Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, bending, reaching, and pulling

• Dexterity and depth perception for tasks requiring fine motor skills

• Regular use of hands for grasping, measuring, labeling, and handling medications

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