Pharmacist

Deaconess Health System • Evansville, IN

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About The Position

The Inpatient Clinical Pharmacist provides direct clinical pharmacy services and supports pharmacy operations that ensure safe and effective medication use throughout the hospital. After an initial training period, pharmacists work in both clinical and operational roles, spending the majority of their time providing clinical care. The pharmacist is an integral member of the healthcare team, collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other clinicians to optimize medication therapy, improve patient outcomes, and promote medication safety. Advanced technology and skilled pharmacy technicians support pharmacists in focusing on meaningful clinical work and practicing at the top of their license.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BSPharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an accredited school of pharmacy.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Pharmacist in Indiana and Kentucky.
• Ability to obtain required licensure within 45 days of employment.
• Strong clinical judgment and commitment to evidence-based patient care.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Commitment to patient safety, service excellence, and continuous learning.

Nice To Haves

• Previous hospital pharmacy experience.
• Advanced certifications such as BCPS, BCOP, or other relevant specialty credentials.
• Interest in clinical practice advancement, quality improvement, and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive clinical pharmacy services for assigned patient care areas.
• Review and verify medication orders to ensure safe, accurate, and appropriate therapy.
• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and collaborate with healthcare teams on patient care decisions.
• Complete pharmacotherapy consultations and provide medication-related recommendations.
• Educate patients and caregivers on medication therapies and treatment plans.
• Respond to code blue events and other clinical emergencies as needed.
• Perform medication chart reviews to identify opportunities for optimization and improved outcomes.
• Support pharmacy operations through order verification, drug distribution, and IV room product verification.
• Provide oversight and guidance to pharmacy technicians during daily departmental operations.
• Contribute to medication safety, quality improvement, and process enhancement initiatives.
• Participate in department and hospital committees.
• Support the development of future pharmacy professionals through student precepting and mentoring.

Benefits

• $10 per hour evening differential.
• $20,000 sign-on bonus.
• $1 per hour weekend differential.
• Up to $5,000 in relocation reimbursement, if applicable.
• Opportunity to spend the majority of work time in a direct clinical pharmacy role.
• Advanced technology and pharmacy automation supporting efficient, patient-centered care.
• Collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams across a variety of patient care settings.
• Professional growth through quality improvement projects, process enhancement initiatives, and committee involvement.
• Student precepting and mentorship opportunities.
• Supportive pharmacy team that values clinical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time