Pharmacist

Howard University Hospital • Washington, DC

26d • $61 - $84 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Staff Pharmacist at Howard University Hospital, you will deliver safe, high-quality pharmaceutical care to patients of all ages across our inpatient pharmacy — ensuring every medication order is reviewed, verified, and dispensed with accuracy, clinical rigor, and a commitment to patient safety. Reporting to the Director of Pharmacy, you will serve as a frontline clinical resource and collaborative partner to physicians, nurses, and the broader care team, contributing to optimal therapeutic outcomes and a culture of continuous improvement. If you are a licensed pharmacist who thrives in a fast-paced academic medical environment and takes pride in getting every detail right, we invite you to bring your expertise to one of the nation’s most storied teaching hospitals.

Requirements

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited institution required
• Current licensure as a Registered Pharmacist in the District of Columbia, or eligibility for reciprocity from another jurisdiction
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association
• Proficiency with pharmacy information systems and software required for prescription verification and order processing

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a PGY1 Pharmacy Residency program
• One (1) or more years of experience as a licensed pharmacist in a hospital or health system setting
• Experience with pediatric and/or neonatal patient populations

Responsibilities

• Provide pharmaceutical care to inpatients of all ages in an accurate, effective, and efficient manner through collaborative interaction with physicians, nurses, and other hospital personnel
• Assume legal responsibility for the proper interpretation and timely processing of medication orders; maintain accurate and current medication profiles for each patient
• Check all medications prepared for dispensing for accuracy, appropriateness, and safety prior to delivery to patients of all ages
• Apply particular attention to pediatric and neonatal orders, verifying prepared doses and monitoring pharmaceutical products effectively and efficiently
• Evaluate medication orders in the context of patient age, organ function, and underlying disease to ensure appropriate drug therapy; intervene with prescribers to correct or clarify ambiguous or erroneous orders
• Serve as a drug information resource for the hospital, providing guidance on medication availability, therapeutic alternatives, special precautions, IV compatibility, and contraindications
• Recommend formulary alternatives for non-formulary drug requests; coordinate procurement of non-formulary medications with the Director of Pharmacy when necessary
• Participate in monitoring and forecasting pharmaceutical inventory levels to support the efficient and economical operation of the pharmacy
• Ensure proper labeling, packaging, and storage of all pharmaceutical products dispensed; maintain and monitor prepackaged medications and supplies
• Perform regular inspections of assigned areas for proper labeling, storage conditions, expiration dates, and stocking levels
• Document adverse drug events and medication errors in Safety Intelligence as they occur; determine and communicate corrective action plans to educate staff and prevent recurrence
• Promote adherence to the Health Sciences Compliance Program, Howard University Code of Ethics, Health Sciences Standards of Conduct, and HIPAA
• Attend all mandatory compliance training including HIPAA Privacy training; actively participate in compliance program activities
• Maintain strict confidentiality of patients and staff
• Perform other duties as assigned consistent with the scope of this role

Benefits

• Work-life balance
• Recognition and rewards for professional expertise
• Competitive, comprehensive benefit plans including health, disability, vacation, sick leave, and 403(b) retirement plan
• Tuition remission at Howard University for you and/or eligible dependent children — up to two (2) courses per semester
• A mission-driven environment rooted in over 150 years of excellence, service, and advocacy for the communities we serve

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree