Hospital Pharmacist

A Hospital Pharmacist is responsible for providing pharmaceutical care to patients within a hospital setting. They work closely with healthcare professionals to ensure appropriate medication use and optimize patient outcomes. Hospital Pharmacists are knowledgeable about various medications, their interactions, and possible side effects. They are detail-oriented, methodical, and skilled in multitasking to handle a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Dispense medications accurately and efficiently, following safe practices and adhering to legal requirements
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to review and adjust medication therapy plans for patients
• Provide drug information to patients and healthcare staff, including potential side effects and interactions
• Monitor medication usage and patient responses to ensure effective therapy and intervene when necessary
• Maintain accurate records of medications dispensed, inventory control, and patient profiles
• Participate in medication storage and organization to optimize efficiency and safety
• Identify and report medication errors, adverse drug events, and near misses to improve patient safety
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement pharmacy-related policies and procedures
• Contribute to the education and training of pharmacy staff, interns, and pharmacy students
• Stay up-to-date with current trends and developments in pharmacy practice

Requirements

• Bachelor or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited institution
• Active state license to practice pharmacy
• Previous experience as a pharmacist in a hospital or clinical setting
• Strong knowledge of medications, their uses, and potential side effects
• Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in pharmacy software and technology
• Understanding of legal and ethical guidelines for pharmacy practice
• Ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals in an interdisciplinary team
• Willingness to adapt to changing healthcare practices and regulations
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning

About Cedars-Sinai

At Cedars-Sinai, we're motivated by a collective spirit of innovation and the challenge to continuously improve. Above all, we share a real dedication for helping others. Day after day, from department to department, our people give their all to create a community unlike any other. This is just one of the many reasons U.S. News And World Report has named us one of America's Best Hospitals and now we invite you to join us and make a difference every single day in service of this outstanding work excellence and innovation in patient care, research, and community service. From working with a team of committed professionals to using state-of-the-art facilities, you'll have great resources to do something incredible for yourself, and for others

Beyond outstanding employee benefits including health and dental insurance, vacation, and a 403(b) we take pride in hiring the best employees. Our accomplished staff reflects the culturally and ethnically diverse community we serve. They are proof of our dedication to creating a dynamic, inclusive environment that fuels innovation. A Little More About What You Will be Doing

Are you looking to contribute to groundbreaking research? We look forward to having you come and join our team!