Pharmacist

BrightSpring Health Services • Kent, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

PharMerica is hiring a full-time Pharmacist in Kent, WA. This role is within a closed-door pharmacy environment, focusing on meeting the pharmaceutical needs of long-term care and senior living clients. The company is dedicated to delivering exceptional service and high-quality care. PharMerica, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, provides personalized pharmacy care to healthcare providers such as skilled nursing facilities, senior living communities, and hospitals. They also serve individuals with behavioral needs, infusion therapy needs, seniors receiving in-home care, and cancer patients. Operating long-term care, home infusion, and specialty pharmacies nationwide, PharMerica combines the personal touch of a neighborhood pharmacy with the resources of a national network, offering comprehensive solutions backed by industry-leading technology and regulatory expertise to ensure accurate medication access, cost control, and compliance with clinical standards. The company is committed to enhancing resident health, reducing staff burdens, and supporting client success.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy
• current and valid pharmacist license in the state of practice
• Knowledge of drug therapy guidelines, medication safety practices, and regulatory standards (CMS, DEA, FDA).
• Proficiency in electronic medical records and pharmacy information systems
• Strong clinical judgement, and effective written and verbal communication

Nice To Haves

• One year experience in long term care desired
• Pharm D preferred

Responsibilities

• Evaluate physician medication orders for drug appropriateness, correct dosage, potential drug interactions, and proper route of administration.
• Provide clinical recommendations to physicians and healthcare staff regarding medication therapy changes and optimizations.
• Maintain up-to-date patient/resident profiles, including medical history, lab results, and current medications (prescription, OTC, and home remedies).
• Ensure laboratory tests required for monitoring high-risk medications are appropriately ordered, reviewed, and communicated to the healthcare team.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide clinical and technical support.
• Document all communications and clinical interventions in the patient’s medical record, including interactions with families and caregivers.
• Implement and enforce policies and procedures for the safe handling, dispensing, and clinical oversight/management of medications.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulatory requirements related to pharmacy practice and medication management.
• Report medication-related errors and adverse drug events to the Pharmacy Manager as required.
• Educate and support clinical team and healthcare agency staff on safe and effective medication handling procedures.
• Perform other pharmacy-related tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)
• Tuition discounts & reimbursement
• 401(k)
• Company Paid Time Off
• Shift Differential
• DailyPay
• Pet Insurance
• Employee wellness and discount programs
• Supportive team with room to work independently
• Ongoing training and career growth
• Advancement opportunities in a growing company
• Referral bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level