Clinical Pharmacist PRN
@ Centerpoint Medical Center

Independence, MO
$125,000
On Site
Part Time
Posted 1 day ago

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Introduction

Are you passionate about the patient experience? Join HCA Healthcare at Centerpoint Medical Center as a Clinical Pharmacist PRN. We care like family and are dedicated to providing compassionate patient care.

Benefits

Centerpoint Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports your health, career, and retirement. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, prescription drug and behavioral health coverage, free telemedicine, AirMed transportation, dental and vision, life and disability, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health plans, insurance options, legal counseling, retirement planning, education assistance, and much more.

Job Summary And Qualifications

As a Clinical Pharmacist PRN, you will provide comprehensive pharmaceutical services for hospital inpatients. You will promote safe and effective medication therapy, ensure drug safety, compound and dispense medications accurately, and support various clinical services including pharmacokinetics, anticoagulant monitoring, pain management, renal dosing, and more.

Key Responsibilities

  • Interpret orders and enter them into the pharmacy computer system.
  • Accurately compound and dispense pharmaceuticals.
  • Monitor drug therapy for contraindications and interactions.
  • Suggest cost-effective therapeutic alternatives.
  • Maintain the hospital formulary and promote rational drug selection.
  • Assist with clinical services including consults, IV to PO transitions, and more.
  • Complete reports on medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Provide oversight of staff schedules.

Qualifications

An ideal candidate holds a B.S. or PharmD from an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy, has an active pharmacist license, and meets state-specific certification requirements. Prior hospital experience is preferred, and residency or fellowship along with specialty certifications are highly desired.

About Centerpoint Medical Center

This 285+ bed hospital features state-of-the-art equipment and technology. It is a Level II Trauma Center with 24/7 emergency services, accredited centers for chest pain, cancer, breast, and neonatal intensive care, among others. As part of HCA Midwest Health, Centerpoint Medical Center is committed to exceptional patient care and community support.

Key skills/competency

Pharmacy, Medication, Compounding, Clinical, Safety, Formularies, Patient Care, Consultation, Dosing, Hospital

How to Get Hired at Centerpoint Medical Center

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight clinical pharmacy and compounding skills.
  • Research Centerpoint Medical: Understand HCA Healthcare culture and benefits.
  • Prepare your certifications: Ensure active license and relevant credentials.
  • Practice interview scenarios: Focus on patient care and clinical expertise.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review pharmacy computer systems.
Study drug interaction protocols.
Update compounding procedures.
Practice dosage calculations.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time you ensured patient safety.
Explain handling challenging pharmacy workflow issues.
Discuss teamwork in time-sensitive scenarios.
Share a situation where you improved process efficiency.

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