Clinical Pharmacist - Mercy Hospital Lincoln

Mercy • Lincoln, NE

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About The Position

The Clinical Pharmacist works with members of the health care team to provide safe and effective drug therapy. The role serves as a drug information resource to pharmacy, nursing, and medical staffs, as well as patients. The pharmacist collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver safe, effective, patient-centered medication therapy; supports clinical initiatives and education; and provides high-quality pharmaceutical care. Duties are performed consistently with Mercy’s mission, values, and service standards.

The position is listed at Mercy Hospital Lincoln, although the description also refers to Mercy Hospital St. Louis. It is full-time. The pharmacist uses pharmacy information systems and drug-information software, and works with pharmacy automation systems as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BS) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited school of pharmacy.
• Current pharmacist license in the applicable state of practice.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of clinical pharmacy experience.
• Completion of a PGY-1 Pharmacy Residency.

Responsibilities

• Review patient records to ensure appropriate medication therapy.
• Assess patient conditions and develop medication plans that address clinical needs, minimize risk, and optimize outcomes.
• Consult with prescribers, nurses, and patients about medications, dosing, and therapy recommendations.
• Provide guidance on proper drug administration and assess treatment outcomes.
• Serve as a clinical resource for care teams and maintain subspecialty expertise as appropriate.
• Participate in patient assessment and Medication Therapy Services, including recommending dosing, scheduling, and routes, and monitoring for contraindications and interactions.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals across the care continuum to support optimal patient care.
• Precept and mentor pharmacy students and residents as needed.
• Present in-services and educational sessions for medical center and clinic staff.
• Serve on committees and contribute to departmental initiatives, including medication-use evaluations, policy reviews, and quality-improvement projects.
• Evaluate medication orders for accuracy and appropriateness.
• Participate in investigational protocols and documentation as needed.
• Document issues and recommend solutions as part of quality-assurance efforts.
• Complete expiration checks, inspections, and floor-stock reviews.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory, licensing, and accreditation standards.
• Follow confidentiality and safety policies.
• Use pharmacy information systems for order verification and clinical documentation, drug-information software, and pharmacy automation systems as required.
• Demonstrate Mercy Signature Service standards, maintain positive relationships with healthcare staff, and contribute to a respectful, collaborative environment.
• Meet dress code, PPE, hygiene, and professional-conduct standards.
• Manage time effectively to meet required deadlines.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Tuition support
• Matched retirement plans for team members working 32 or more hours per pay period

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time