Clinical Pharmacist @ Centerpoint Medical Center
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Introduction
Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Clinical Pharmacist? At Centerpoint Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.
Benefits
Centerpoint Medical Center offers a comprehensive total rewards package including:
- Medical coverage with prescription drug and behavioral health benefits
- Dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
- 401(k) Plan with a match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Family support services and employee recognition programs
- Employee Health Assistance Fund, counseling services and more
Job Summary and Qualifications
The Clinical Pharmacist will provide comprehensive pharmaceutical services for hospital inpatients, ensuring safe and effective medication therapy. The role involves oversight of the medication use system, compounding and dispensing pharmaceuticals, monitoring drug interactions, and suggesting cost-effective therapeutic alternatives.
Responsibilities include:
- Interpretation of orders and transcription into the pharmacy computer system
- Accurate compounding and dispensing of pharmaceuticals
- Monitoring drug therapy for contraindications, interactions, and allergies
- Suggesting therapeutic medication alternatives to medical staff
- Overseeing hospital formulary and minimizing non-formulary procurements
- Assisting with clinical services such as drug consults and dosage monitoring
- Completing notification reports for medication errors and adverse drug reactions
- Providing oversight of staff schedules
Qualifications:
- B.S. or PharmD from an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy
- Active pharmacist license in good standing
- State Specific Medications Therapy Management Certification
- 1+ year of hospital clinical pharmacy experience or 2+ years in general hospital pharmacy
- Hospital PGY1/pharmacy general practice residency or fellowship preferred
- Specialty BCPS certification is a plus
Facility Overview
Centerpoint Medical Center is a 285+ bed hospital with state-of-the-art technology and a wide range of clinical services including trauma, orthopedic, cancer, women’s services, neonatal care, and more. It is part of HCA Midwest Health serving Kansas City and surrounding areas.
Final Note
We are a family of 270,000 dedicated professionals. Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring professionals.
Key skills/competency
- Pharmacy
- Medication
- Clinical
- Compounding
- Drug Monitoring
- Patient Safety
- Therapeutics
- Formulary Management
- Drug Consults
- Leadership
How to Get Hired at Centerpoint Medical Center
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research Centerpoint Medical Center: Understand its mission and benefits.
- Customize your resume: Highlight clinical pharmacy experience.
- Review job specifics: Emphasize patient safety and formulary skills.
- Prepare for technical questions: Focus on drug interactions and protocols.
- Engage on professional platforms: Connect on LinkedIn and Glassdoor.