Community Memorial Hospital, an esteemed healthcare system that provides primary care, performs sophisticated orthopedic surgery, meets the burgeoning demand for same day surgery, and provides a complete roster of diagnostic testing and ancillary services is seeking a clinically-minded hospital staff Pharmacist to join our team!

Responsibilities include:

• Provides pharmaceutical care to all ages of patients from newborns to the elderly. 
  
• Reviews prescriptions issued by physicians or other authorized prescribers
  
• Compounds medications using standard formulas and processes, such as weighing, measuring and mixing ingredients
• Monitors all posting onto the patients profiles
• Checks patient medication cassettes prior to delivery to patient care areas to ascertain that the correct drug, dosage form, schedule and strength is being dispensed
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors
• Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality
• Prepares IV admixtures and extemporaneous parenteral products under aseptic conditions.
• Answers questions and provides information to physicians, nurses, patients and other healthcare professionals on the appropriate use of medications, drug interactions, side effects, dosage, storage, etc
  
• Ensures the maintenance and proper operation of equipment and supplies in the work areas
• Maintains established procedures concerning quality control, security of controlled substances and disposal of hazardous waste
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity.  Identifies and addresses pyschosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families
  
• Insures compliance with all governmental, professional and hospital rules and regulations regarding the practice of pharmacy
• Maintains confidentiality and security when dealing with health information
  
• Complies with organizational policies regarding ethical business practices
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested
  

Qualified candidates will possess the following:

• Current New York State Pharmacy license
  
• 3 or more years related experience, hospital setting preferred
• Available for rotating shifts, weekends and holidays
  
• Ability to flexibly respond to changing demands
• Demonstrate clear written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills to deal effectively with other healthcare professionals, staff and patients
• Ability to demonstrate good assessment, care planning & critical thinking skills
• Skill in appropriate use of universal precautions, safe workplace and confidentiality methods

Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Please submit resume and cover letter if interested in this position. We offer a generous benefits package, including vacation, low-cost individual health insurance, and a retirement plan. Please submit resume and cover letter if interested in this position.  

Community Memorial Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.