Pharmacist I - Hamilton, NJ

Job Title: Pharmacist I

Location: RWJUH Hamilton Hospital

Department Name: Pharmacy

Req #: 0000220306

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $70.00 - $70.00 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The Pharmacist at RWJ Hamilton ensures accurate and proficient medication distribution across diverse patient populations, including neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric groups. Responsibilities include verifying medication orders, maintaining controlled substance dispensing compliance, and proficiently managing various pharmacy practices such as computerized profiling, IV admixture, chemotherapy, TPN total parenteral nutrition, and extemporaneous compounding.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Completion of course at an accredited School of Pharmacy, with a degree of Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Preferred:

• PharmD
• Oncology experience
• Two or more years of hospital pharmacy experience

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Current registration in New Jersey as a licensed registered Pharmacist
• ACLS is required within 6 months of hire

Scheduling Requirements:

• Shift rotation 7:00am - 3:30pm, 12:00pm – 8pm, 3:00pm – 11:00pm
• Every other weekend and holiday rotation is required
• Occasional overnight shifts as needed for coverage
• Per Diem

Essential Functions:

• Filling and verifying Pyxis refills
• Dispensing floor stock items according to approved lists and par level quantities
• Verifying and preparing aseptic IV admixtures, TPN, and compounded products following good manufacturing pharmacy practice
• Evaluating medication therapy for appropriateness and taking corrective action when needed
• Clinical functions include dosing vancomycin, stratifying pain medications, IV to PO conversion, and other functions
• Serving as a drug information resource for healthcare professionals
• Reviewing medication orders for proper dosing and identifying interactions or allergies
• Promptly clarifying medication orders with physicians or nurses as needed
• Documenting interventions for therapy changes and ensuring pharmacy personnel are informed
• Promoting rational medication therapy based on current literature, hospital guidelines, and clinical observation
• Attending and participating in Codes and Rapid Responses

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.