Staff Pharmacist - Per Diem
About The Position
As a per diem, nonexempt Staff Pharmacist, you will fill orders with accuracy; check technician-prepared products before release; maintain the security of pharmacy and controlled substances; enter orders and patient information with accuracy; aid in the training of new staff; update the Director about the daily activities of the pharmacy; and aid the Director in maintaining the pharmacy. Location: Highlands Behavioral Health is an innovative, 86-bed hospital offering comprehensive psychiatric care for adults and adolescents. Highlands Behavioral, located in Littleton, Colorado, has easy access to major highways and surrounding communities. Schedule: This per diem, nonexempt position will provide coverage one weekend per month (Saturday & Sunday) from 10am-2pm as well as PTO coverage for the Director of Pharmacy as needed. Weekday and Holiday availability is also requested. About the Pharmacy: Pharmacy hours are weekdays and holidays from 8:00am-4:00pm and weekends 10:00am-2:00pm. The pharmacy utilizes Omnicell automated dispensing cabinets. You will be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Requirements
- Pharmacy degree (BS) from an ACPE accredited school of pharmacy
- Current State of Colorado pharmacist license in good standing
- Experience using computer applications including word processing, spreadsheets, and pharmacy information systems
- Ability to work independently, set priorities, make critical decisions, and respond to client concerns
- Demonstrated accuracy and timeliness in a work setting
Nice To Haves
- PharmD
- Experience as a pharmacist in a hospital setting
Responsibilities
- Review, verify, and dispense medication orders to ensure appropriateness, safety, and accuracy
- Provide clinical pharmacy services including laboratory monitoring and interpretation, drug interactions, and medication safety review
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and care teams to optimize medication regimens for hospitalized patients
- Monitor patient outcomes and medication safety, identifying and preventing adverse drug events
- Supervise and support pharmacy technicians and interns, ensuring efficient and compliant workflow
- Ensure regulatory and accreditation compliance, including Joint Commission, state, and federal requirements
Benefits
- a comprehensive benefits package
- incentive and recognition programs
- equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)
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Job Type
Part-time
