Clinical Pharmacist
@ HCA Houston Healthcare

Houston, TX
$120,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 21 hours ago

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Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Clinical Pharmacist? At HCA Houston Healthcare West, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our team members over three years.

Benefits

HCA Houston Healthcare West offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. Benefits include:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health coverage
  • Prescription drug coverage and telemedicine services
  • Retirement plans with 401(k) match, employee stock purchase, and banking partnerships
  • Education assistance including tuition support and dependent scholarships
  • Additional support benefits such as counseling, insurance options, and referral services

Job Summary And Qualifications

The Clinical Pharmacist provides pharmaceutical care within the Pharmacy Clinical Program, focusing on optimal, cost-effective care. The role involves developing patient care standards and protocols with medical staff, serving as a resource for drug therapy information, and providing education to hospital staff and the public.

Responsibilities

  • Review medication therapy for appropriateness
  • Evaluate medication orders and safely compound medications
  • Package and dispense prescribed dosage forms
  • Identify and consult on possible drug interactions
  • Provide education on rational medication therapy and procedures
  • Supervise and train pharmacy technician personnel
  • Maintain knowledge of automated dispensing processes

Qualifications

  • Graduate from an accredited College of Pharmacy
  • Current licensure to practice in Texas
  • ACPE Certification in sterile products
  • Hospital pharmacy residency or 2 years of relevant experience

About HCA Houston Healthcare West

HCA Houston Healthcare West is a full-service, 300+ bed hospital offering exceptional care to West Houston communities for over 30 years. With a wide range of medical services, certifications, and affiliations including a Primary Stroke Center and a cardiac and critical care tower, the facility is committed to patient-centered care. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® and is known for its contribution toward charitable care.

Application Process

The Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for the Clinical Pharmacist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join this caring community.

Key skills/competency

  • Pharmaceutical Care
  • Medication Therapy
  • Drug Interaction
  • Patient Education
  • Clinical Protocols
  • Compounding
  • Pharmacy Supervision
  • Automated Dispensing
  • Hospital Pharmacy
  • Regulatory Compliance

How to Get Hired at HCA Houston Healthcare

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Highlight clinical pharmacy experience and certifications.
  • Research HCA Houston Healthcare West: Understand their mission and benefits.
  • Emphasize licensure: Ensure Texas pharmacist license is clear.
  • Prepare examples: Discuss experiences with medication therapy reviews.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review hospital dispensing technologies.
Study automated pharmacy systems.
Practice medication order evaluations.
Refresh sterile product compounding methods.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a challenging medication review experience.
How do you manage team conflicts?
Explain a time you improved a process.
Share a situation of patient education success.

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