Pharmacist PRN

Kindred Healthcare•Lewiston, ID

4h•Onsite

About The Position

Join St. Joseph Regional Medical Center in Lewiston, Idaho—where nationally recognized quality meets small-town heart. We’re proud to be recognized for excellence and patient safety, including an “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, inclusion in Becker’s list of “Great Community Hospitals,” and U.S. News & World Report accolades for maternity care. Here, you’ll find a teamwork-first culture, leaders who support you, and coworkers who genuinely have your back. New grads are welcome—we’re committed to training, mentoring, and helping you build confidence as you grow. And because we know great care starts with taking care of our people, we offer competitive benefits and a workplace you can feel good about. If you’re looking for a place to do meaningful work, build a career, and feel proud serving your community—you belong at St. Joe’s Job Summary The Pharmacist is responsible for preparing, dispensing, and monitoring medications to ensure the safe and effective use of pharmaceutical therapies for patients in an acute care hospital setting. This role includes verifying medication orders, providing drug information, compounding sterile products, and overseeing the work of pharmacy technicians to maintain compliance with regulatory standards.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of pharmacotherapy, medication safety, and regulatory standards
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in using pharmacy information systems and medication dispensing software
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills for identifying and resolving medication-related issues
Demonstrates commitment to continuous learning and professional development
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited School of Pharmacy required
Active and unrestricted Pharmacist license in the state of practice required
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Nice To Haves

Sterile Products Certification preferred
Minimum of 1-2 years of clinical pharmacy experience in a hospital or acute care setting preferred
Experience in compounding sterile products and medication therapy management preferred

Responsibilities

Review and verify medication orders for accuracy, dosage, and potential drug interactions
Prepare and dispense medications in accordance with established protocols and physician orders
Compound sterile products, chemotherapy, and parenteral nutrition solutions using aseptic techniques
Provide drug information and consultation to healthcare professionals regarding appropriate medication use
Monitor patient medication profiles for contraindications, allergies, and therapeutic duplications
Educate patients on medication therapy, potential side effects, and proper administration techniques
Assist in maintaining the pharmacy inventory, including controlled substances, and ensure proper storage and security
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to provide input on medication management and therapeutic plans
Document all clinical activities and interventions in the patient medical record
Assist in the orientation and training of pharmacy technicians and pharmacy students