Pharmacist
PharMerica · Grand Prairie, TX
- On site
- Full-time
- $75,000 / year
- Grand Prairie, TX
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Job highlights
- Full-time Pharmacist role in Grand Prairie, TX.
- Work in a non-retail hospice pharmacy setting.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals on patient care.
- Manage medications and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
About the role
Pharmacist
PharMerica is hiring a Full Time Pharmacist in Grand Prairie, TX! Join our closed-door pharmacy team where you’ll work in a non-retail environment, dedicated to meeting the pharmaceutical needs of hospice patients. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional service and high-quality care, we want to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team committed to making a difference!
Schedule
Monday - Friday 3:00pm - 12:00am
Rotating Weekends & Holidays
Benefits and perks for You!
- Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
- Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)
- Tuition discounts & reimbursement
- 401(k)
- Company Paid Time Off
- Shift Differential
- DailyPay
- Pet Insurance
- Employee wellness and discount programs
- Benefits may vary by employment status
How YOU will benefit:
- Supportive team with room to work independently
- Ongoing training and career growth
- Advancement opportunities in a growing company
- Referral bonuses
As a Pharmacist You Will
- Receive and evaluate prescriptions for drug appropriateness, correct dosage, potential drug interactions, and proper route of administration.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide clinical and technical support.
- Maintain up-to-date patient profiles, including medical history, and current medications (prescription and OTC).
- Provide clinical recommendations to physicians and hospice nurses regarding medication therapy changes and optimizations.
- Implement and enforce policies and procedures for the safe procurement, storage, administration, and disposal of medications.
- Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulatory requirements related to pharmacy practice and medication management.
- Perform specialized tasks that may include: Working in the Controlled Drugs (Narcotics) Room.
- Supervising automated machines to prepack medications.
- Supervising the preparation of IV medications.
- Supporting facility-based dispensing machines (e.g., Omnicell).
- Perform other pharmacy-related tasks and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy, Pharm D preferred
- License/Certification(s): current and valid pharmacist license in the state of practice
- Knowledge of drug therapy guidelines, medication safety practices, and regulatory standards (CMS, DEA, FDA).
- Proficiency in electronic medical records and pharmacy information systems
- Strong clinical judgement, and effective written and verbal communication
Key skills/competency
- Pharmacy
- Pharmacist License
- Clinical Judgment
- Medication Management
- Patient Profiles
- Drug Interactions
- Regulatory Compliance
- Hospice Care
- Pharmacy Information Systems
- Patient Care
Skills & topics
- Pharmacist
- Pharmacy
- Hospice Care
- Medication Management
- Clinical Pharmacy
- Drug Therapy
- Patient Care
- Regulatory Compliance
- Pharmacy Technician
- Healthcare
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your pharmacist license and clinical experience relevant to hospice care.
- Showcase your skills: Emphasize knowledge of drug therapy, medication safety, and EMR systems.
- Demonstrate collaboration: Provide examples of working with physicians and nurses for patient care.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your clinical judgment and communication abilities.
- Understand the role: Research PharMerica's commitment to hospice patient needs.
Technical preparation
Master pharmacy dispensing software.,Review drug interaction databases.,Understand IV preparation guidelines.,Study controlled substance regulations.
Behavioral questions
Describe handling a difficult patient interaction.,How do you prioritize tasks under pressure?,Give an example of clinical recommendation you made.,How do you ensure medication safety?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the main responsibilities of a Pharmacist at PharMerica in Grand Prairie, TX?
- As a Pharmacist at PharMerica in Grand Prairie, TX, you will evaluate prescriptions, collaborate with healthcare professionals, maintain patient profiles, provide clinical recommendations, enforce medication policies, ensure regulatory compliance, and potentially work with controlled substances, automated dispensing, and IV medications.
- What qualifications are needed to become a Pharmacist at PharMerica?
- To qualify for the Pharmacist position at PharMerica, you need a Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy (Pharm D preferred), a current and valid pharmacist license in the state of practice, knowledge of drug therapy guidelines and safety practices, proficiency in EMR and pharmacy systems, and strong clinical judgment and communication skills.
- What is the work environment like for a Pharmacist at PharMerica?
- This Pharmacist role is in a closed-door, non-retail pharmacy environment dedicated to serving hospice patients. The schedule is Monday-Friday with rotating weekends and holidays, and there's a supportive team environment with opportunities for independent work.
- What benefits does PharMerica offer its Pharmacists?
- PharMerica offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts, tuition discounts and reimbursement, 401(k), paid time off, shift differential, and other perks like pet insurance and employee wellness programs.
- How does OnePoint Patient Care relate to this Pharmacist position?
- OnePoint Patient Care is an affiliate of PharMerica and is the leading provider of community-based hospice pharmacy services. This role contributes to OnePoint's mission of providing flexible and adaptable pharmacy solutions to hospices nationwide.