Pharmacist ; REC NO: KCH

DATE POSTED
: 4/17/2025 (Updated: 4/30/2025, 5/28/2025)

JOB TITLE
:
Pharmacist I

RECRUITMENT NO
: KCH 25-317

JOB LOCATION
: KONA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL – Pharmacy

SALARY RANGE
: $5,258/month (SR22; BU13) + Additional $4,576/month Shortage Differential + $666.66/month Temporary Shortage Differential

This position interprets physician prescriptions and medication orders. The position may work on rotating shifts, with work on weekends and holidays and may require standby and call back duty. Must be available to work shifts as necessary based on hospital operations; services are provided 24/7.

Applicants must meet all of the following requirements. Education and experiences may not be gained concurrently unless indicated. Qualifying work experiences are based on a 40-hour work week.

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a baccalaureate or Pharm.
  
  D degree in pharmacy.

• 6 months of full-time work experience as a licensed pharmacist. Hospital experience and experience working with an Electronic Medical Record system preferred.

• None

• A valid license with the State of Hawaii as a Pharmacist is required at the time of appointment.

• Must possess supervisory aptitude. Demonstrates potential for supervisory duties through assignments, leadership roles, or training; or favorable supervisor appraisals indicating supervisory potential.

• Knowledge of
  :
  Principles and practices of professional pharmacy; pharmacokinetics, pharmacology, toxicology, therapeutics; pharmaceutical instruments and techniques used in compounding; knowledge of sterile admixture and sterile technique.
• Knowledge of USP Chapter 797 and USP Chapter 800; adhere to rules on personal hygiene/garbing (USP 797) and proper PPE for hazardous materials (USP 800).

• Ability to
  :
  Read and interpret prescriptions and procedures; keep records and prepare reports; establish and maintain effective working relationships with medical and administrative staff.

• Quick learner; team player; self-motivated; computer knowledge; good memory; able to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Communication skills:
  Excellent verbal and written communication; promote teamwork; handle highly confidential information.

Must be physically able to perform essential duties, including reading small print and hearing voices with or without aids. May be exposed to hazardous materials, chemotherapeutic agents, infections, and contagious diseases. Works with frequent interruptions and under workload deadlines. Must maintain confidentiality and function with minimal supervision.

Evidence of education/training (official transcript or degree) to credit education/experience. A legible photocopy will be accepted;
Kona Community Hospital may request official copies.

All West Hawaii Health Care Facilities are Nicotine Free. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Applications are available at Kona Community Hospital, Human Resources Office, 79-1019 Haukapila Street, Kealakekua, HI 96750 or Kohala Hospital, P.O. Box 10, Kapaau, HI 96755. For questions, call  or email konajobs. Applications hours:
Monday to Friday, 8:00–10:00 am and 1:00–3:00 pm. Only applicants screened by HR will be considered for an interview. Applications for announcements with a deadline must be on file by the last day to file; continuous recruitment will be accepted while vacancies exist.

APPLICATION AVAILABILITY:
Kona Community Hospital HR Office;
Kohala Hospital HR Office.

MERIT OR CIVIL SERVICE SYSTEM:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications and be eligible for State Civil Service employment; applications kept active for six (6) months. Citizenship/residence: eligible to work in the U.S. and intend to reside in Hawaii during employment. Veteran’s preference: submit DD214 if claiming. Physical/mental requirements: reasonable accommodations may be provided. Medical/physical examination and drug screen required for employment. Background checks will be conducted.

Offers contingent on successful completion of checks.