Pharmacist - PRN

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Mercy Behavioral Health Hospital is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Mercy Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. By joining our team, you’re embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

The position is on a PRN schedule. Eligible pharmacists will be available to provide pharmaceutical and medication management services on an as‑needed basis, in support of the hospital pharmacy team and clinical staff.

Mercy Behavioral Health is a joint venture owned and operated by Mercy Health and Lifepoint Health. With two of the most prominent names in healthcare joining forces, we are confidently executing the opening of a new hospital with seasoned professionals and plentiful resources. We take pride in being a place employees want to work and eagerly pursue quality outcomes for patients and families alike.

The Pharmacist works in collaboration with the Director of Pharmacy in delivering pharmaceutics and medication management throughout the hospital in accordance with the legal, ethical, and professional standards of pharmacy practice.

Responsibilities include:

the- participation of performance improvement plans, consulting with administration, medical staff, and hospital staff on quality, regulatory and risk issues, providing clinical education, and assisting in all pharmacy operations.

• Fills orders with correct medication and checks support staff accuracy prior to medication release.
• Prioritizes work to prepare STAT, Now, and Waiting orders by importance.
• Reviews patient profiles to ensure appropriate and safe drug therapy; prevents therapeutic duplication, significant drug interactions, and avoidable adverse drug reactions related to allergies or clinical parameters.
• Consults on maintenance and dissemination of drug information through in‑service education of hospital personnel.
• Assists other pharmacists and technicians in routine duties as necessary and directs activities of pharmacy personnel with professional and technical guidance.
• Prepares unit‑of‑use dosage when possible.
• Keeps the Director informed of workload status and potential problems.
• Proficient in the range of treatments for pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients served by the hospital.

• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:
  Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:
  Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and a 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee Well‑being:
  Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Professional Development:
  Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Brand New Facility:
  Opportunity to work in a brand‑new, state‑of‑the‑art hospital with cutting‑edge equipment and technology.

• Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy with a Pharm
  
  D or equivalent degree.
• Licensing / Certification: Current state license in good standing.
• Experience: Previous experience in a behavioral health hospital highly preferred.

Mercy Behavioral Health Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mercy Behavioral Health Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.