Pharmacy Resident

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Job Requisition ID:
R00050548

Job Category:
Allied Health

Organization:
Pediatric Pharmacists and Pharmacy Residents

Location/s:
Main Campus Jackson

Job Title:
Pharmacy Resident

Job Summary:
To provide pharmaceutical care that meets or exceeds established standards accomplished through the ability to conceptualize, integrate, and transform accumulated experiences and knowledge into optimal drug therapy outcomes. To provide both clinical and distributive pharmacy services. Performs these functions and other duties as assigned under the general supervision of the Director of the residency program.

Education & Experience

Pharm D from an accredited school of Pharmacy.

Completion of a pre-employment drug screen required.

Certifications, Licenses or Registration required : Must be licensed as a Pharmacist in the state of Mississippi or licensed within 90 days after hire date. Possession of a controlled substance license or licensed within 90 days after hire date.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Responsibilities
  • Compounds, labels and/or dispenses accurately and in a timely manner. Performs computer order entry in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Obtains and enters patient height and weight, allergies and diagnosis into the pharmacy computer system. Follows departmental policy when an order for a non-formulary medication is received.
  • Checks medication carts and code carts accurately as assigned. Properly maintains all legally required records.
  • Recognizes drug supply problems and assists in obtaining and maintaining adequate drug stock.
  • Reviews patient profiles and ensures accuracy of medication administration record.
  • Verifies appropriate and accurate drug distribution tasks performed. Provides concise, applicable, and timely responses to requests for drug information from healthcare providers and patients. Documents patient/family education properly with respect to current medications/devices.
  • Designs, recommends, monitors and evaluates patient specific pharmacotherapy. Assists with formulatory and medication use activities. Provides discharge counseling for patients and documents sessions appropriately.
  • Performs therapeutic drug monitoring, uses pharmacokinetics to evaluate drug regimens and recommends changes in medication regimens to improve patient outcomes.
  • Participates in the health system's process for assessing, managing, and reporting medication errors, documenting and evaluating adverse drug reactions.
  • Contributes to the training of pharmacy students, other health care professionals and supportive personnel.
  • Delivers effective education and training to patients and the public.
  • The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.

Physical and Environmental Demands
Requires occasional bending, occasional lifting and carrying up to 10 pounds, occasional crouching/stooping, occasional pushing/pulling, occasional reaching, frequent sitting, constant standing, occasional twisting, and constant walking. (occasional-up to 20%, frequent-from 21% to 50%, constant-51% or more)

Time Type:
Full time

FLSA Designation/Job Exempt:
Yes

Pay Class:
Salary

FTE %:
100

Work Shift:

Benefits Eligibility:

Grant Funded:

Job Posting Date:
05/14/2026

Job Closing Date (open until filled if no date specified):