Hospital Pharmacist - Full Time - Variable
Mohawk Valley Health System · Utica, New York, US
Job Summary The Pharmacist I - Staff Pharmacist is responsible for performing a range of distributive and operational duties to ensure the safe and effective...
Job description
Job Summary The Pharmacist I - Staff Pharmacist is responsible for performing a range of distributive and operational duties to ensure the safe and effective use of medications within the hospital. This position supports core pharmacy functions, including order verification, medication dispensing, sterile product preparation, and medication inventory management. The Pharmacist I provides drug information to healthcare providers, ensures compliance with all regulatory requirements, and contributes to departmental quality and safety initiatives. This role is primarily based in the central pharmacy and may include limited clinical responsibilities as assigned. Core Job Responsibilities: Medication Verification and Dispensing: - Accurately interprets and verifies medication orders, ensuring appropriateness of dose, route, frequency, and therapeutic indication. - Dispenses medications in accordance with established policies and procedures, maintaining accuracy and efficiency. - Prepares and labels medications for dispensing, including unit dose medications, IV admixtures, and controlled substances. Patient Monitoring: - Monitors patient medication profiles for drug interactions, allergi...