Outpatient Pharmacist

Prime Healthcare•Mesquite, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an Outpatient Pharmacist , also referred to a n Acute Care Pharmacist or Hospital Pharmacist . Outpatient Pharmacist’s provide medications and counseling to patients who are being discharged from the hospital or receiving care through our hospital clinics. The Outpatient Pharmacist will focus on ensuring patients understand their prescriptions, manage long-term therapies, and transition safely from inpatient to home care. Their role emphasizes patient education, medication adherence, and coordination with providers and insurance to support effective treatment outside the hospital. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed . Shifts Available: Variable Employment Type: Per Diem (PD/PRN) Hours: Variable Location : Mission Regional Medical Center – Mission, TX Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: Competitive compensation Medical insurance benefit plan 401K

Requirements

Current state Registered Pharmacist License.
Experience in hospital pharmacy operations preferred.
B.S. degree in Pharmacy required; Doctor of Pharmacy degree preferred.
BLS certification required within 6 months of hire and must be maintained.

Responsibilities

Dispense discharge and clinic prescriptions by reviewing physician orders, preparing medications, and ensuring patients leave the hospital with the correct therapies for home use
Provide individualized patient counseling to explain medication purpose, dosing, side effects, and what to do if a dose is missed, with emphasis on safe use at home
Conduct medication reviews to identify potential interactions, duplications, or inappropriate therapies before patients begin outpatient treatment
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and case managers to clarify medication orders and ensure a smooth transition of care from the hospital to outpatient settings
Assist with insurance processing and prior authorizations to help patients access needed medications, including coordination with patient assistance programs when applicable
Educate patients on managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, asthma, and anticoagulation, reinforcing long-term adherence and monitoring needs
Perform medication reconciliation at discharge by comparing inpatient and outpatient medication lists, resolving discrepancies, and documenting changes for continuity of care
Ensure compliance with hospital, state, and federal regulations while maintaining accurate records, labeling, and storage of outpatient medications