Inpatient Pharmacist 7 on 7 off
About The Position
Your future role at a glance Location: Mequon, WI Facility: Columbia St. Mary's Hospital - Ozaukee Department/Specialty: Pharmacy Services Schedule: Night Shift| 7 on 7 off/ 9PM-7AM/Wednesday through Tuesday. #nextgenhealthcare Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity 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. Benefits that help you thrive 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 Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process. How you’ll make an impact in this role Core Pharmacist Responsibilities: Safe and Effective Medication Management Order Management: Review and validate all medication orders for clinical appropriateness. Screen for interactions, duplications, and contraindications. Resolve issues with prescribers and document interventions. Preparation & Dispensing: Accurately compound specialized sterile/non-sterile medications (e.g., chemo, TPN) per regulatory standards. Ensure correct dispensing, labeling, and inventory control. Clinical Expertise & Education: Provide expert pharmacotherapy information to providers. Offer comprehensive, patient-centered counseling on complex medications (action, administration, side effects, adherence). Collaboration & Care Coordination: 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. Quality & Development: Supervise technicians, ensuring quality control and regulatory compliance. Mentor students/residents. Manage various operational areas (central, satellite, specialty services). Patient Consultation: Conduct focused consultations for patients on high-risk/complex regimens (e.g., anticoagulation, insulin) to optimize adherence and therapeutic outcomes.
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
- Order Management: Review and validate all medication orders for clinical appropriateness. Screen for interactions, duplications, and contraindications. Resolve issues with prescribers and document interventions.
- Preparation & Dispensing: Accurately compound specialized sterile/non-sterile medications (e.g., chemo, TPN) per regulatory standards. Ensure correct dispensing, labeling, and inventory control.
- Clinical Expertise & Education: Provide expert pharmacotherapy information to providers. Offer comprehensive, patient-centered counseling on complex medications (action, administration, side effects, adherence).
- Collaboration & Care Coordination: 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.
- Quality & Development: Supervise technicians, ensuring quality control and regulatory compliance. Mentor students/residents. Manage various operational areas (central, satellite, specialty services).
- Patient Consultation: 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
