Northwest JO Wyatt Clinic

UHS•Amarillo, TX

14d

About The Position

Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495 bed system serving the city of Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination of traditional values and the most advanced technologies in healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly, smaller-town atmosphere. From the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon and great recreational facilities, to our quality educational system, Amarillo is a great place to live and work. A hospital is only as good as its employees. That's why we're looking for professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work. We're looking for employees who can add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence. We're looking for exceptional professionals who share our vision and values. Visit us online at: https://www.nwths.com/careers Position: Pharmacist POSITION SUMMARY: Pharmacist provides comprehensive pharmaceutical care through integrated drug distribution, patient counseling and teaching. Pharmacists fill orders for medications, monitor patient’s drug therapies, and provide drug information. Pharmacist supervises and directs supportive staff. In the absence of Pharmacy Management, a Pharmacist may be required to assume the essential responsibilities and perform the duties of the Director of Pharmacy. About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Requirements

Licensed by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy, or eligible for Texas licensure, to be completed within 120 days of hire.
0-2 years experience in pharmacy services; hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
Demonstrates high level of organizational skills
Demonstrates independent functioning
CPR Certification within 60 days of hire; PALS Certification is recommended for those that work in the Pediatric Pharmacy Satellite; ACLS Certification is recommended for those that work in Adult Critical Care Pharmacy Satellite.
Ability to read and write in English.
Ability to speak and hear, to allow discussions with employees and peers.
Ability to cope with and remain calm under stress.
Ability to respond to pages.
Ability to evaluate and interpret information and make independent decisions
Bending and lifting (25 lbs), grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling.
Ability to work independently and handle stress appropriately.
Ability to work cooperatively with hospital and pharmacy staff.
Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule.
Ability to set priorities, make critical decisions and respond quickly to emergency requests.
Potential exposure to agents and toxic chemicals.

Responsibilities

Pharmacist provides comprehensive pharmaceutical care through integrated drug distribution, patient counseling and teaching.
Pharmacists fill orders for medications, monitor patient’s drug therapies, and provide drug information.
Pharmacist supervises and directs supportive staff.
In the absence of Pharmacy Management, a Pharmacist may be required to assume the essential responsibilities and perform the duties of the Director of Pharmacy.