Pharmacist

Meritus Health • Hagerstown, MD

5d • $49 - $75

About The Position

The Pharmacist provides comprehensive pharmaceutical care through integrated medication management, clinical services, and drug information support. Working collaboratively with physicians, nurses, pharmacy technicians, and other healthcare professionals, the role helps ensure safe, effective, evidence-based medication therapy for patients of all ages. The schedule is 7 days on and 7 days off, evenings, full-time, with varied hours.

Requirements

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Meet one of the following experience qualifications: completion of a PGY-1 pharmacy residency; board certification (BCPS); or more than 5 years of experience, with at least 50% of practice in a clinical pharmacist role.
• Maryland pharmacist license or eligibility to obtain licensure. Pharmacists obtaining licensure through reciprocity or recent graduates must secure Maryland licensure within 4 months of hire or graduation, as applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience collaborating with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Teaching, mentoring, and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and dispense medication orders in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Oversee pharmacy personnel in the preparation and distribution of medications.
• Ensure compliance with USP 797 standards for sterile compounding.
• Monitor medication therapies for safety, effectiveness, allergies, contraindications, drug interactions, and appropriate dosing.
• Participate in antimicrobial stewardship initiatives and medication management protocols.
• Conduct medication histories and support medication reconciliation efforts.
• Provide timely and accurate drug information to physicians, nurses, patients, and families.
• Educate staff and patients on medication therapies and best practices.
• Document clinical interventions and pharmacy activities accurately.
• Detect, report, and help prevent adverse drug events and medication errors.
• Support formulary management and medication-use optimization initiatives.
• Mentor pharmacy staff, residents, students, and interns.
• Participate in quality improvement projects, department meetings, and organizational initiatives.
• Promote a culture of patient safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Paid time off accruing from day one
• 401(k) plan
• Education assistance program
• Employee assistance program
• Shift differential may be available for employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts

What This Job Offers

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