Inpatient Pharmacist

Ascension • Milwaukee, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Requirements

• Pharmacist credentialed from the Wisconsin Pharmacy Examining Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Bachelor's or advanced degree in Pharmacy required.

Responsibilities

• Review and validate all medication orders for clinical appropriateness.
• Screen for interactions, duplications, and contraindications.
• Resolve issues with prescribers and document interventions.
• Accurately compound specialized sterile/non-sterile medications (e.g., chemo, TPN) per regulatory standards.
• Ensure correct dispensing, labeling, and inventory control.
• Provide expert pharmacotherapy information to providers.
• Offer comprehensive, patient-centered counseling on complex medications (action, administration, side effects, adherence).
• Participate in rounds and committees.
• Develop patient-specific medication plans.
• Perform medication reconciliation upon admission/discharge to prevent errors and ensure safe transitions of care.
• Supervise technicians, ensuring quality control and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor students/residents.
• Manage various operational areas (central, satellite, specialty services).
• Conduct focused consultations for patients on high-risk/complex regimens (e.g., anticoagulation, insulin) to optimize adherence and therapeutic outcomes.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree