Inpatient Pharmacist-Boise-Part-time

St. Luke's Health System•Boise, ID

11h•Onsite

About The Position

St. Luke’s Health System is seeking a part-time inpatient pharmacist for its Boise, Idaho medical center. The role provides high-quality pharmaceutical care and supports inpatient pharmacy operations during evening hours. The pharmacist ensures safe, effective, evidence-based medication therapy and collaborates with physicians, nurses, pharmacy technicians, and other healthcare professionals through consultation, medication review, and direct patient care. The pharmacist reviews medication therapy for appropriateness, performs and documents clinical pharmacy services, provides medication information and education, and administers medications and vaccinations when appropriate and within scope of practice. The position also interprets orders, compounds, prepares, and dispenses medications, maintains medication and related records, and ensures proper medication storage, handling, and accountability. It includes supervising and mentoring pharmacy staff and learners and contributing to safety, quality improvement, and other assigned pharmacy activities.

Requirements

Degree from an accredited school or college of pharmacy (PharmD or equivalent).
Valid pharmacist license in the state of Idaho.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute.
0 years of experience required; new graduates are welcome.

Nice To Haves

Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail.
Effective communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to work independently during evening hours.
Commitment to patient safety and evidence-based practice.
Comfort supervising and supporting pharmacy staff and learners.

Responsibilities

Review and evaluate prescribed medication therapy, including dosing, route, interactions, allergies, and contraindications.
Perform cognitive clinical pharmacy services and document findings, interventions, and recommendations in accordance with medical center standards.
Provide medication information, education, and consultation to patients, nurses, physicians, and other medical staff.
Administer medications and vaccinations as appropriate and within scope of practice.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and organizational medication-use regulations.
Interpret prescriptions and medication orders for accuracy and appropriateness.
Compound, prepare, and dispense medications according to established policies, procedures, and safety standards.
Maintain accurate records related to medication therapy, prescriptions, patient charges, inventory, and medical documentation.
Ensure proper storage, handling, and accountability of medications, including controlled substances.
Supervise, direct, and authorize the work of pharmacy technicians, externs, interns, and support staff.
Serve as a role model and mentor to technicians, students, residents, and new pharmacy practitioners.
Assist with training and development of pharmacy staff, learners, and department personnel as needed.
Promote safety, professionalism, and teamwork within the pharmacy department.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives and patient safety activities as assigned.
Perform other duties and responsibilities consistent with the role and as assigned by pharmacy leadership.