Pharmacist Jobs in Kansas City, KS

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in pharmacy from an accredited school.
• No experience is necessary; on-the-job training is provided.
• Missouri pharmacist license, or qualifying proof of licensure-related status before hire with the pharmacist license obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Kansas pharmacist license if the primary work location is in Kansas, or qualifying proof of licensure-related status before hire with the pharmacist license obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Seasonal influenza vaccination is a condition of employment. New employees must be willing to receive MMR and varicella vaccinations if found non-immune and/or provide evidence of Tdap vaccination since 2005; medical or religious exemptions may be discussed with Human Resources.
• A drug screen is performed upon hire.

Nice To Haves

• Specialty certification preferred upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and dispense medication orders according to physician requests and established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Ensure safe, appropriate, and cost-effective medication therapies according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Contribute to the quality and effective operation of the department.
• Maintain the competence required for the current job title or position.
• Review drug orders for appropriateness and identify and resolve drug-related problems, including potential allergic reactions and drug interactions.
• Oversee supportive personnel working in the area.
• Identify medication-related patient safety risks and resolve or escalate problems in a timely manner.