Bashas Pharmacy Jobs in Usa

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  The pharmacy team at Samaritan Health Services is looking for a Traveling Pharmacist to performs the duties of Pharmacist as prescribed by state and federal statutes as well as SHS policies. Duties include but are not limited to preparing and dispensing medication, assessing clinical status of patients (neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics), providing drug information to the medical team and educating patients. This position is eligible for a $3.00 per hour float differential to be paid on hours worked. Travel will be between Samaritan Hospital Pharmacy sites in the mid-Willamette Valley and central Oregon Coast. Shift times may vary and may include overnight shifts.

  
  
  

  Samaritan Health Services pharmacies are staffed by experienced pharmacists and pharmacy technicians who are the area's leading experts on thousands of medications. They make important decisions that help optimize a patient’s drug therapy and are dedicated to patient care.

  
  
  

  As a Pharmacist, you are required to hold current unencumbered Oregon Pharmacist Licensure. Previous hospital pharmacy experience preferred. Travel does include the GSR Pharmacy: If responsible for participating on the pharmacy code response team, then ACLS and PALS required.

  
  
  

  Thousands of your friends and neighbors make up Samaritan Health Services. We’re a not-for-profit network of hospitals, clinics, health services and health plans caring for more than 250,000 residents in the mid-Willamette Valley and central Oregon Coast. We work together to provide innovative medicine and world-class quality in a way that supports the values of the communities we serve. That includes caring for all people, regardless of your ability to pay.

  
  
  

  Important knowledge, skills and abilities for this position are listed below:

  
  
  
• Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
  
• Computer Literacy - Knowledge of electronic equipment, computer hardware and software, including applications and programming. Ability to operate applications, write software, set up functions, enter data, and manipulate and process information.
  
• Social Perceptiveness - Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
  
• Team Building - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time. Demonstrates teamwork. Ability to assist and work well with others.
  
• Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate flexibility.
  
• Problem Solving - Ability to identify complex problems, review related information, employ creativity and alternative thinking to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Possess good judgment and decision-making skills
  
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  EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
  
  
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    Current unencumbered Oregon Pharmacist Licensure required.
    
    
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    Previous hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
    
    
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    All job offers are contingent upon the candidate passing a pre-employment/post offer drug screen.
    
    
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    SHS Pharmacy Administration:
    
    
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      Healthcare Provider Level BLS required within 90 days of hire.
      
      
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      If responsible for participating on the pharmacy code response team, then ACLS and PALS are required within 90 days of hire.
      
      
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      Outpatient Pharmacist (if applicable): Successful completion of Pharmacist Immunization Certification required within one (1) year of hire.
      
      
    
    
    
  
  
  
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    Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas. 
    
    
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    Computer Literacy - Knowledge of electronic equipment, computer hardware and software, including applications. Ability to operate applications, set up functions, enter data, and manipulate and process information.
    
    
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    Social Perceptiveness - Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles and ages. 
    
    
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    Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate flexibility.
    
    
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    Problem Solving - Ability to identify complex problems, review related information, employ creativity and alternative thinking to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Possess good judgment and decision making skills.
    
    
  
  
  
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Opportunities with Genoa Healthcare. A career with Genoa Healthcare means you're part of a collaborative effort to serve behavioral health and addiction treatment communities. We do more than just provide medicine: we change lives for the better. People with serious mental or chronic illness - and those who care for them - have moving stories, and at Genoa we become their voice, their partner. Working as part of a coordinated care team, we partner with community-based providers and others to ensure that people with complex health conditions get the right medications and are able to follow their treatment plans. Our personalized services - in-clinic pharmacies, medication management and more - are leading the way to a new level of care.

Genoa is a pharmacy care services company that is part of Optum and UnitedHealth Group's family of businesses. We are part of a leading information and technology-enabled health services business dedicated to making the health system work better for everyone. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Seeking a Part-time Pharmacist to perform professional duties and responsibilities associated with the processing of prescriptions. The position is part-time, 24 hours per week. Pharmacy hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Distributes drugs prescribed by physicians and other health practitioners
• Provides information to customers about medications and their use
• Focuses on providing a superior level of customer service
• Ensures compliance with all relevant laws of the applicable State Board of Pharmacy
• Administration of immunizations as allowed by State Boards of Pharmacy
• Any other usual and customary pharmacy duties

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• BA or PharmD in Pharmacy
• Current pharmacist license in state of Minnesota
• Certified immunizer or willing to become an immunizer within 3 months of hire

Preferred Qualification:

• Pharmacist experience

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $43.22 to $77.21 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Opportunities with Genoa Healthcare. A career with Genoa Healthcare means you're part of a collaborative effort to serve behavioral health and addiction treatment communities. We do more than just provide medicine: we change lives for the better. People with serious mental or chronic illness - and those who care for them - have moving stories, and at Genoa we become their voice, their partner. Working as part of a coordinated care team, we partner with community-based providers and others to ensure that people with complex health conditions get the right medications and are able to follow their treatment plans. Our personalized services - in-clinic pharmacies, medication management and more - are leading the way to a new level of care.

Genoa is a pharmacy care services company that is part of Optum and UnitedHealth Group's family of businesses. We are part of a leading information and technology-enabled health services business dedicated to making the health system work better for everyone. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

We seek a Staff Pharmacist to perform professional duties and responsibilities associated with the processing of prescriptions.

Tour a Genoa Pharmacy at the following link: Genoa Healthcare On-site Pharmacy Tour ( )
Pharmacy Location: Butte County Department of Behavioral Health, 560 Cohasset Rd Ste 110, Chico, CA
Hours: 8 hours a week plus picking up shifts there and in Redding when needed, flexibly one day a week

Primary Responsibilities:

• Distributes drugs prescribed by physicians and other health practitioners
• Provides information to customers about medications and their use
• Focuses on providing a superior level of customer service
• Ensures compliance with all relevant laws of the applicable State Board of Pharmacy
• Administration of immunizations as allowed by State Boards of Pharmacy
• Any other usual and customary pharmacy duties

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy or PharmD
• Current pharmacist license in state of California
• Available work 8+ hours a week within the Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5pm Pharmacy Schedule
• Willing to pick up shifts as needed including at our Redding CA location

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $44.09 to $78.70 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

A closed door pharmacy is looking to hire a Prior Authorization Specialist. This role will include assisting in the initiation of new prior auth requests, identifying correct forms required for patients insurance, coordinating information for forms, and following up with medical offices. These individuals must have experience working in a previous pharmacy setting and must have a strong ability to multitask.

Responsibilities:

• Process pharmacy claims accurately and timely to meet client expectations
• Triage rejected pharmacy insurance claims to ascertain patient pharmacy benefits coverage
• Maintain compliance with patient assistance program guidelines
• Document all information and data discovery according to operating procedures
• Research required information using available resources
• Maintain confidentiality of patient and proprietary information
• Perform all tasks in a safe and compliant manner that is consistent with corporate policies as well as State and Federal laws
• Work collaboratively and cross-functionally between management, the Missouri-based pharmacy, compliance and engineering

Must Haves:

• 1+ year(s) working with prior authorizations or insurance verification in a pharmacy
• High school diploma or GED required, Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
• Customer service or inbound call center experience required
• Sound technical skills, analytical ability, attention to detail, good judgment, and strong operational focus
• Must be flexible to work shifts ranging from 8am - 8pm.

Preferred Skills:

• 1+ year(s) working with prior authorizations or insurance verification in a pharmacy
• Knowledge of pharmacy benefits and pharmacy claims

• Shift: 40hours/week (rotational shifts between 9am-8pm EST)
• Weekly rotating schedules from 11:00 am - 7:00pm EST , 12:00pm - 8:00pm EST and once a month 9:00am - 5:00pm EST
• Possible rotational Saturday's shift 9:00AM - 5:00 PM EST

This position is a 6 month contract to hire.

• Convert appropriate patients to IVIG and SPRx therapies dispensed by our pharmacy
• Optimize documentation, access, and benefit verification
• Reduce cycle time from referral to start of therapy
• Support strategic manufacturer relationships at the field level

• Drive IVIG & SPRx growth in your region (Southern California or Washington) by increasing IVIG grams through our pharmacy and qualified specialty pharmacy new starts.
• Partner with Provider Development Directors (PDDs) to co-own target accounts, align on call plans, and support pull-through on high-value therapies.
• Own the \"referral-to-start\" journey for complex IVIG and specialty pharmacy patients-remove barriers, shorten cycle time, and keep cases moving.
• Educate providers and staff (physicians, APPs, nurses, office teams) on appropriate use of IVIG and key SPRx therapies, Infusion for Health's sites of care, and how to refer into our model.
• Run focused business reviews with priority practices to review volume trends, access issues, payer dynamics, and opportunities to grow IVIG/SPRx utilization.
• Leverage data and dashboards to track IVIG grams, IVIG New Patients, and SPRx New Patients vs. goal, and build clear action plans when performance is off track.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with pharmacy, clinical operations, managed care, and manufacturer partners to execute field strategies and pull-through initiatives.
• Operate with high integrity and compliance, following all company policies and healthcare regulations (including AKS, Stark, and promotional guidelines).

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences, business, healthcare administration, or related field; or equivalent relevant experience.
• 5+ years of progressive healthcare sales or account management experience, with at least 3 years in specialty biologics / infused therapies and/or specialty pharmacy.
• Demonstrated experience working with complex therapies (e.g., IVIG, monoclonal antibodies, biologics) and payer/access pathways.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales/volume targets in a consultative, clinically oriented environment.

• Experience in home infusion, ambulatory infusion centers, or specialty pharmacy.
• Background in neurology, immunology, rheumatology, GI, or related therapeutic areas.
• Familiarity with IVIG indications, dosing patterns, and site-of-care dynamics.
• Experience collaborating with manufacturer account teams or under data/fee-for-service agreements.

• Strong clinical and access acumen with the ability to translate complex information into clear next steps for offices.
• Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills across physicians, APPs, nurses, and office administrators.
• Highly organized and self-directed, able to manage a regional territory and competing priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; comfortable using data to drive decisions and conversations.
• Clear, confident verbal and written communication and strong presentation/facilitation skills.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and compliance mindset.

• Base Salary: $140,000 - $175,000
• Incentive Plan: Uncapped incentives with monthly payout bonus based on performance.

• Be part of a pioneering healthcare company making a significant impact on patients' lives.
• Work with a dynamic, supportive team that values your sales expertise and contributions.
• Enjoy professional growth opportunities, a flexible work environment, and the ability to make a meaningful impact.

Pharmacy Prior Authorization Specialist

Plano, TX (Fully Onsite)

$21 – $28 per hour

Monday – Friday | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

About the Role

We are seeking a Pharmacy Prior Authorization Specialist to support complex specialty medication workflows and ensure timely access to therapy for patients. This role plays a critical part in managing prior authorization processes, coordinating with insurance payers, and collaborating with clinical and pharmacy teams.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable navigating insurance systems while communicating with payers, patients, and healthcare professionals. Candidates with pharmacy or healthcare insurance experience who enjoy problem-solving and working in a fast-paced environment will thrive in this role.

Key Responsibilities

Prior Authorization & Benefits Coordination

• Contact insurance companies to obtain real-time status updates on prior authorization requests
• Run benefit investigations and gather documentation needed for commercial insurance authorizations
• Check status daily on pending authorizations and ensure timely follow-up
• Assist with continuation authorizations for existing patients

Documentation & Data Management

• Accurately enter approval letters, authorization numbers, and related documentation into internal systems such as CareTend
• Enter patient demographics, diagnosis information, and payor data into the electronic medical record
• Maintain detailed records of payer interactions including reference numbers and next steps

Denial Review & Workflow Management

• Review denial letters and ensure documentation is complete before routing cases to clinical teams for review and appeals
• Monitor authorization queues to prevent delays in patient therapy initiation or continuation
• Conduct patient chart audits and maintain current documentation files

Collaboration & Communication

• Coordinate with pharmacy operations, intake teams, clinical staff, and revenue cycle teams
• Communicate authorization outcomes and documentation needs to internal teams
• Maintain professional communication with insurance representatives, patients, and referral sources

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1+ year of experience in a pharmacy, healthcare, or medical insurance environment
• Experience with prior authorizations, benefits verification, or insurance coordination
• Strong attention to detail and data entry accuracy
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, Teams)

Preferred Qualifications

• Pharmacy Technician Certification (preferred but not required)
• Experience with CareTend or similar pharmacy/authorization platforms
• Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial insurance plans
• Experience in pharmacy billing, specialty pharmacy, or medical insurance verification

Opportunities with Genoa Healthcare. A career with Genoa Healthcare means you're part of a collaborative effort to serve behavioral health and addiction treatment communities. We do more than just provide medicine: we change lives for the better. People with serious mental or chronic illness - and those who care for them - have moving stories, and at Genoa we become their voice, their partner. Working as part of a coordinated care team, we partner with community-based providers and others to ensure that people with complex health conditions get the right medications and are able to follow their treatment plans. Our personalized services - in-clinic pharmacies, medication management and more - are leading the way to a new level of care.

Genoa is a pharmacy care services company that is part of Optum and UnitedHealth Group's family of businesses. We are part of a leading information and technology-enabled health services business dedicated to making the health system work better for everyone. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

We seek a Per Diem Pharmacist to perform professional duties and responsibilities associated with the processing of prescriptions. Per Diem Pharmacists are classified as temporary employees and work on an intermittent basis.

Tour a Genoa Pharmacy at the following link: Genoa Healthcare On-site Pharmacy Tour ( )

Pharmacy Location: Human Services Agency, 123 19th Street NE, Watertown, SD

Schedule is Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm. Candidates must have some availability during that time.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Distributes drugs prescribed by physicians and other health practitioners
• Provides information to customers about medications and their use
• Focuses on providing a superior level of customer service
• Ensures compliance with all relevant laws of the applicable State Board of Pharmacy
• Administration of immunizations as allowed by State Boards of Pharmacy
• Any other usual and customary pharmacy duties

You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy or PharmD
• Current pharmacist license in state of South Dakota

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $43.22 to $77.21 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

• Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section

• No experience needed; some experience applicable to the specific work setting (e.g., hospital, specialty pharmacy) highly preferred

• PHRM - Pharmacist - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV Texas Pharmacist license or eligible for Texas Pharmacist license and
• PPC- Pharmacist Preceptor Cert - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV within 15 months and
• IV Certification - Intravenous certification (Various) - Various Issuers and
• BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association

• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA)

• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
• Exhibits strong interpersonal, teamwork and leadership skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers; capable of assuming responsibility for coordinating the activities of a major pharmacy service area
• Knowledge and skills in comprehensive pharmacy services including unit-dose drug distribution, intravenous admixture preparation, nutrition support services, and target drug monitoring
• Demonstrates the knowledge of basic principles regarding rational drug therapy, including but not limited to, professional and technical competence in the selection, evaluation, utilization, and distribution of drugs and drug information and apply these to all patient groups, neonate to geriatric
• Computer skills to include proficiency in MS Office and EMR software

• Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team-focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
• Guides and mentors pharmacy technicians and students to help build confidence in skills, knowledge and abilities. In the absence of Senior Staff Pharmacists or other higher level, serves as a coordinator for the shift overseeing and leading activities of technicians and other support staff.

• Processes all orders/requests accurately and efficiently, verifying appropriateness of all drugs in reference to the patient’s diagnosis, allergies, height and weight.
• Monitors workload fluctuations and work output of pharmacy technician(s), adjusting assignments as appropriate to ensure accurate and timely delivery of medications to patient care areas.
• Conducts proactive drug therapy reviews and monitoring, providing drug information, patient counseling, and management of pharmacist-based dosing protocols, collaborating with other health care staff for problem resolution for the achievement of patient-specific goals.

• Collaborates with other health care professionals to manage patient’s drug therapy for effectiveness, side effects, adverse drug reactions, toxicities, drug interactions, and incompatibilities following guidelines for formulary management and clinical intervention tools in the achievement of patient specific goals. Documents patient care activities and patient outcomes as impacted by pharmaceutical care and clinical interventions.
• Participates in department quality management activities, i.e. medication use evaluations, adverse drug reactions and medication error reporting, clinical interventions, medication center reviews, and inventory management documentation and reporting.

• Manages inventory to minimize waste and expired drugs in the work area as well as uses one’s resources effectively and efficiently.
• Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.

• Participates in inter- and intra-departmental activities including in-services, article publication/presentation, preceptorship, and additional training. Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Staff Pharmacist.

• Uniform: No
• Scrubs: Yes
• Business professional: Yes
• Other (department approved): No

• On Call* No

• May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

• Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section

• No experience needed; some experience applicable to the specific work setting (e.g., hospital, specialty pharmacy) highly preferred

• PHRM - Pharmacist - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV Texas Pharmacist license or eligible for Texas Pharmacist license and
  
• PPC- Pharmacist Preceptor Cert - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV within 15 months and
  
• IV Certification - Intravenous certification (Various) - Various Issuers and
  
• BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association

• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or Instructor (AHA)

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital brings the expertise and latest technology of Houston Methodist to Baytown and surrounding counties. The skilled and compassionate physicians, nurses and staff provide unsurpassed medical care in a close-to-home, state-of-the-art facility. Houston Methodist Baytown is committed to meeting the needs of its growing community through the ongoing facilities master plan expansion project, which includes a new, expanded emergency department, a five-story patient tower, outpatient center, renovated Cancer Center, neonatal intensive care unit and the addition of technologically advanced operating rooms.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.