Clinical Pharmacist - Inpatient

Job Summary Mount Sinai Hospital is seeking a dedicated Overnight Inpatient Pharmacist to provide essential pharmacy services during overnight hours. As the sole on-site pharmacist during this shift, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe and effective use of medications for hospitalized patients. This position is vital to maintaining 24/7 pharmacy operations, supporting emergency care, and preventing delays in medication therapy. The overnight pharmacist will be responsible for medication order verification, STAT order processing, emergency response support, and clinical decision-making in collaboration with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, detail-oriented pharmacist with strong critical thinking skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced hospital environment. Key Responsibilities Verify and process medication orders in a timely and accurate manner, ensuring compliance with hospital protocols and safety standards. Manage STAT orders, code situations, and emergency medication requests, collaborating with the medical team to provide immediate pharmaceutical support. Monitor high-risk medications, including anticoagulants, controlled substances, and chemotherapy, to prevent adverse drug events. Provide drug information and clinical recommendations to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers. Oversee medication preparation and distribution, ensuring compliance with USP 797/800, sterile compounding guidelines, and hospital policies. Conduct medication reconciliation for newly admitted patients to prevent errors and improve medication safety. Support antimicrobial stewardship efforts by evaluating antibiotic therapy and making appropriate interventions. Manage inventory and ensure the availability of critical medications overnight, including controlled substances. Document clinical interventions and pharmacy activities to support patient care and compliance initiatives. Serve as the primary pharmacy resource for all inpatient units, responding to urgent medication inquiries and optimizing therapy as needed. Required Qualifications Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an ACPE-accredited institution. Active Illinois pharmacist license in good standing. Previous hospital or inpatient pharmacy experience required. Strong knowledge of EPIC, Omnicell, and DoseEdge or similar pharmacy automation systems. Ability to work independently as the sole overnight pharmacist while maintaining high standards of patient care. Preferred Qualifications Completion of a PGY-1 pharmacy residency or equivalent clinical experience. Board Certification (e.g., BCPS, BCCCP) preferred but not required. Experience with sterile compounding, USP 797/800, and investigational drug services. Why Join Us This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a safety net hospital, providing care to an underserved patient population while developing critical decision-making skills in a fast-paced, independent role. As the overnight pharmacist, you will be a key member of the healthcare team, ensuring continuous, high-quality patient care throughout the hospital. #J-18808-Ljbffr