Pharmacist

Pharmacist Position

Our client, a Healthcare company, is looking for a Pharmacist for their Grants, NM location.

Responsibilities

• The Pharmacist is responsible for filling medication orders, monitoring patient drug therapies, and providing drug information to healthcare providers.
• This position oversees the routine operations of the pharmacy department and manages all clinical aspects of patient drug therapy.
• In the absence of the Pharmacy Director, the Pharmacist may be required to assume leadership responsibilities and perform the essential duties of the Director.

Medication Preparation & Dispensing

• Prepare, fill, label, and dispense drugs, parenteral medications, IV solutions, and drug containers accurately and safely.
• Ensure all medications issued to patient care areas meet legal and quality standards.

Clinical Pharmacy Services:

• Monitor patient drug therapies for safety, appropriateness, and effectiveness.
• Assess, interpret, and communicate age-specific criteria in medication therapy.
• Provide drug information and education to physicians, nurses, patients, and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in clinical duties as required by Medical Staff, departmental policies, and drug protocols.

Departmental Operations:

• Maintain adequate drug supply and manage inventory.
• Maintain day-to-day records of Pharmacy Department transactions as required by law and policy.
• Supervise pharmacy technicians and other technical personnel.
• Participate in formulary management and Automated Dispensing Machine (ADM) changes at the direction of the Pharmacy Director.

Emergency Response:

• Participate in Rapid Response Teams and Code Blue situations as required.

Quality, Compliance & Professional Development

• Complete annual pharmacy competency evaluation using the Pharmacy Competency Checklist.
• Participate in approved continuing education programs to maintain and enhance professional skills.
• Understand and comply with the organization's Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.
• Report any observed or suspected unethical, illegal, or questionable conduct to the Compliance Coordinator.
• Maintain effective interpersonal relationships with all healthcare team members and departments.

Requirements

• Graduate of an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy.
• BS in Pharmacy required; PharmD preferred.
• Current, active license to practice pharmacy in the State of New Mexico (verified by the New Mexico Board of Pharmacy).
• 1–2 years of hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• New graduates with strong clinical rotations may be considered.
• Strong clinical knowledge of pharmacology, therapeutics, and age-specific medication considerations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound clinical decisions.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in medication preparation and dispensing.
• Leadership and supervisory skills.
• Proficiency in pharmacy information systems and automated dispensing technology.
• Commitment to patient safety, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance.
• Minimum Years of Experience: Less than 1 year

Why Should You Apply?

• Health Benefits
• Referral Program
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities