Pharmacist, Registered - Hamilton, NJ

Job Title: Pharmacist Registered

Location: RWJUH Hamilton Hospital

Department Name: Pharmacy

Req # : 48064

Status: per hour

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $70.00 - $70.00 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated per hour 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. The Pharmacist manages inventory, including controlled substances, and utilizes laboratory data to monitor patient status, documenting activities according to department policy. They provide accurate drug information to patients and healthcare professionals and actively participate in educational activities to maintain competency and enhance pharmaceutical services. 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 or PharmD

Preferred:

• Hospital pharmacy experience

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Current registration in New Jersey as a licensed registered Pharmacist

Scheduling Requirements:

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

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
• 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

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.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer