Pharmacist I Part Time - Inpatient Pharmacy

University of Arkansas System • Little Rock, AR

18h

About The Position

The Pharmacist I works under minimal supervision to assess, prepare, and dispense medications and help coordinate the pharmacy’s day-to-day dispensing functions in a timely and accurate manner. The pharmacist reviews medication orders using clinical judgment to support safe and effective therapy, evaluating dose, route, formulation, allergies, interactions, and monitoring needs.

The role involves communicating frequently with healthcare professionals as a drug information resource, providing educational information, reporting adverse drug and medication safety events, and documenting interventions in the medical record. The pharmacist works collaboratively on routine operations and additional tasks or projects that support departmental goals.

Requirements

• Certification as a licensed Registered Pharmacist by the State of Arkansas, or eligibility for licensure by the State of Arkansas.
• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy.
• One year of experience working as a pharmacist or pharmacy intern in a retail or hospital setting.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy with a PharmD.
• Two years of applicable pharmacy experience.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret prescribers’ orders and determine the appropriateness of therapy.
• Prepare and dispense medications.
• Prepare sterile admixtures using proper aseptic technique.
• Prepare chemotherapy according to departmental policies and procedures.
• Answer questions from physicians and nurses.
• Serve as a primary or co-preceptor for College of Pharmacy rotational students and provide in-depth training to students and new staff.
• Assist with developing educational materials and staff in-services.
• Direct, advise, and instruct staff in the assigned area on job duties and functions.
• Assist leadership with pharmacy operations in the assigned area of responsibility.
• Serve as a liaison between the pharmacy service line and the assigned practice area.
• Work effectively with the team and across shifts, contributing positively to inpatient pharmacy team morale.
• Address problems involving the medication-use process or normal pharmacy operations.
• Promote a safe working environment by following the UAMS patient safety plan and applicable policies.
• Follow pharmacy laws, regulations, and policies.
• Ensure equipment and facilities are properly used, calibrated, and maintained, including Baxa, KitCheck, and Pyxis.
• Complete assigned cleaning duties and document them appropriately.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for qualifying staff and family.
• Holiday, vacation, and sick leave.
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only).
• Retirement contribution matched by UAMS up to 10%.
• Basic life insurance up to $50,000.
• Career training and educational opportunities.
• Merchant discounts.
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using the UAMS pharmacy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level