Clinical Pharmacist Inpatient Nights

Job Description:Job Specifics:Schedule: 7‑on/7‑off overnight schedule, Wednesday through Tuesday, 9:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.Location: Lutheran Hospital in Wheat Ridge, ColoradoBenefits Eligible: Yes* - Link to Benefit DetailsJoin our Inpatient Pharmacy Team at Lutheran Hospital in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, and become part of a collaborative group of more than 60 pharmacists and pharmacy technicians dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. Together, we partner closely with physicians, nurses, and other care team members to provide safe, timely, and effective medication therapy across our 226-bed, state-of-the-art community hospital, designated as both a Level II Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center.Beyond supporting inpatient services, our pharmacy team also provides care for the Lutheran Collier Hospice Inpatient Unit and the Cancer Centers of Colorado Infusion Center at Denver West, creating unique opportunities to contribute across diverse patient populations and settings throughout the continuum of care.Pharmacists rotate between centralized and decentralized practice areas, offering a dynamic blend of operational and clinical responsibilities. Our team supports patient care through unit-dose dispensing, sterile IV compounding, participation in interdisciplinary rounds, and management of advanced pharmacy technology, including Omnicell automated dispensing cabinets and Swisslog Carousel and BoxPicker automation systems. We are committed to medication safety, operational excellence, and exceptional patient outcomes.Whether serving directly at the bedside or supporting critical pharmacy operations, every team member plays an important role in ensuring patients receive the medications they need safely and efficiently throughout their hospital stay. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, value dependable teammates, and enjoy making a meaningful impact on patient care, you'll feel right at home here.Lutheran Hospital is a 226-bed, state-of-the-art community not-for-profit hospital in Wheat Ridge, Colorado, which opened on August 3, 2024, and is located approximately 12 miles west of Denver. As a Comprehensive Stroke Center and Level II Trauma Center, the hospital pharmacy services include trauma and emergency medicine, two critical care units (STICU and Neuro ICU), internal medicine, cardiology, antimicrobial stewardship, and medication distribution operations.What does it mean to be a caregiver with Intermountain? Check out this video and learn more and discover the “Power of We.”If you are interested in learning more about this role or about Intermountain Health, click here to schedule time with me!Job FunctionThis position demonstrates consistent application of knowledge and skills to deliver appropriate, safe, efficient and cost-effective pharmaceutical care within the scope of their assigned practice. This position is responsible for the care of patients as well as the development of effective, professional relationships within the multidisciplinary team.Essential FunctionsReviews patients' medication order for allergy interactions, duplication of therapy, appropriateness of drug therapy, and drug- drug interaction. Makes appropriate evidence-based interventions to optimize medication use. Ensures safe, appropriate, cost-effective therapies and accurately dispenses medications.Oversees and/or participates in assuring appropriate medications are prepared and delivered timely to care areas and are stored both securely and appropriate for both stability and effective workflow.Provides counseling to patients and promotes quality medication education and adherence. Ensures patient is well informed, treated with respect, and receives the highest level of professional service.Completes all regulatory and compliance training and ensures documentation of regulatory requirements is clear and complete. Is knowledgeable and compliant with state and federal laws, regulations, pharmacy policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures.Supervises and directs activities of interns, technicians, and support personnel as required. Provides medication related clinical consultation and clarification to other health professionals.Takes the initiative to solve problems including, but not limited to, equipment, maintenance, drug availability, staffing issues, and extraordinary patient care concerns.Identifies potential areas for improvement including processes that could be streamlined or revised to improve patient satisfaction. Identifies potential safety hazards that may create problems for patients and/or staff and takes appropriate actions. Participates in departmental meetings, contributing ideas or feedbackSupports clinic or hospital and system directives, including clinical, compliance, business operations, standardization, and customer service.Supports local and enterprise pharmacy leadership initiatives.SkillsPharmacyPharmacy ServicesMedication ManagementPharmaceutical CareProject ManagementQuality ImprovementProblem SolvingFederal Pharmacy LawsState Pharmacy LawsQualificationsMinimumDoctor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy degree from an accredited institution (education verified).License to practice pharmacy in the state of practice and dispense controlled substancesCurrent knowledge of state and federal regulations and statutes regarding the practice of pharmacy in the state of practice.Effective communication, people management, and project management skills.Immunization certification if applicable to practice site needsPreferredPrevious experience working in an integrated healthcare delivery systemBoard CertificationHealth System ResidencyPhysical RequirementsOngoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, documents, monitors, identify equipment and supplies, and be able to assess customer needs.Frequent interactions with providers, colleagues, customers, patients/clients and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, needs, and issues quickly and accurately.Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate supplies and equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use for typing, accessing needed information, etc.Location:Intermountain Health Lutheran HospitalWork City:Wheat RidgeWork State:ColoradoScheduled Weekly Hours:35The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$62.89 - $92.44We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.At Intermountain Health, we use the artificial intelligence ("AI") platform, HiredScore to improve your job application experience. HiredScore helps match your skills and experiences to the best jobs for you. While HiredScore assists in reviewing applications, all final decisions are made by Intermountain personnel to ensure fairness. We protect your privacy and follow strict data protection rules. Your information is safe and used only for recruitment. Thank you for considering a career with us and experiencing our AI-enhanced recruitment process.All positions subject to close without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Intermountain Healthcare