Clinical Pharmacist PRN

Advocate Health • Winston-Salem, NC

3d • $55 - $82 • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Pharmacist, Central Pharmacy, provides PRN pharmacy services at the Winston Campus in North Carolina. The position has a flexible schedule requiring a minimum of two shifts per month. Weekday and weekend shifts are available across first, second, and third shifts; third-shift coverage is preferred. Additional shifts may be offered based on department needs.

The pharmacist oversees pharmaceutical care, develops and monitors patient-specific medication regimens, reviews medication orders, counsels patients and caregivers, and collaborates with the healthcare team to support safe and effective medication use. The role also supports medication safety and quality improvement, prepares and dispenses medications, and may train or supervise pharmacy teammates and learners.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy with a B.S. in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.).
• Current pharmacist license in good standing through the North Carolina Board of Pharmacy.
• Maintains skills in area of practice.
• Strong computer skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated decision-making, team-building, customer service, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Life support training courses may be required at the department’s discretion.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a PGY1.
• Board certification.
• Previous mentorship of pharmacy residents.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Self-initiative to innovate and collaborate with team members.
• Excellent presentation, facilitation, and training development skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pharmaceutical care, including retrieving and evaluating biomedical literature and designing medication therapy regimens.
• Counsel patients and caregivers on medication therapy, adverse effects, compliance, appropriate use, handling, and administration.
• Design, recommend, monitor, and evaluate patient-specific pharmacotherapeutic regimens using relevant biomedical literature; implement and document recommendations appropriately.
• Review and accurately interpret medication orders and prescriptions.
• Participate in the management of medical emergencies when applicable.
• Support medication safety and quality improvement activities, including reporting events through appropriate channels.
• Perform quality assurance and performance improvement of the medication-use system as appropriate.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team on formulary adherence and the medication-use process; assist with acquisition of non-formulary, compassionate-use, and investigational medications.
• Practice in accordance with organizational policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulations.
• Prepare, dispense, and oversee proper storage and handling of medications in accordance with best practices, policies, and regulations.
• Serve as a preceptor for pharmacy students, residents, and healthcare learners as assigned.
• Mentor, orient, train, and assist with performance evaluation of pharmacy teammates, residents, and students as assigned.
• Direct and check the accuracy of pharmacy support team members’ work to support safe and efficient workflows, service standards, and regulatory compliance.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Competitive compensation, with possible premium pay, incentive pay for select positions, and annual performance-based increases

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level