Outpatient Pharmacist at Prairie Band, LLC – Shiprock, New Mexico

We are excited to invite an experienced, dedicated, and knowledgeable Contract Pharmacist to join our dynamic healthcare team at Northern Navajo Medical Center in Shiprock, NM. The ideal candidate will have experience with IHS Contracts and play a pivotal role in ensuring the safe and effective use of medications for our patients. This position demands a strong foundation in clinical pharmacy practices, exceptional communication skills, and an unwavering commitment to patient care. As a pharmacist, you will collaborate closely with healthcare professionals to optimize medication therapy and enhance patient outcomes, making a real difference in the lives you touch.

Discover more about our facility here: https://www.ihs.gov/navajo/healthcarefacilities/shiprock/

Position Details:

8- week initial contract with opportunities for extension

Target Start date, March 2026

Outpatient Pharmacy Hours: M-F 8 am -6 pm,

Shifts are 8 hours, no weekends, no Holidays

Must be a graduate of an accredited pharmacy program/school

A pharmacy license within the United States is required

Previous contract experience with IHS is needed for this contract

A minimum of 2 years of pharmacy experience is required

Ability to work with any state license

Experience the beautiful culture of New Mexico while enjoying excellent pay, a supportive work environment, and a healthy work-life balance

Must be willing and able to pass federal security clearance pre-hire

Duties:

Review and interpret physician orders to ensure appropriate medication therapy

Accurately dispense medications and provide clear, compassionate instructions to patients regarding their use

Conduct thorough patient assessments to monitor medication efficacy and safety

Manage inventory levels of pharmaceuticals, ensuring proper storage and handling practices

Deliver expert consultations on pain management strategies and medication-related concerns

Maintain a comprehensive understanding of medical terminology and pharmacy software systems

Adhere to aseptic techniques when preparing sterile medications

Collaborate with healthcare teams in hospital settings, including pediatrics, to deliver exceptional patient care

Skills:

Strong background in clinical pharmacy practices

Proficient in utilizing pharmacy software for effective medication management and documentation

Knowledgeable in pain management protocols and patient assessment techniques

Familiarity with inventory management processes to maintain sufficient stock levels of medications

Understanding of medical terminology relevant to pharmaceutical care

Experience working in hospital environments, particularly in pediatrics, is a significant advantage

Excellent interpersonal skills for fostering effective communication with patients and healthcare professionals

Additional Duties:

Additional responsibilities and tasks may be added to this job description at any time. The job description does not imply that these are the only activities to be performed by the employee in this role. Employees are expected to follow any other job-related instructions and carry out additional responsibilities as requested by their supervisor.

Tribal Preference Exercised:

Prairie Band, LLC is subject to Title 22 Employment Code of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation. In accordance with Title 22, this position is designated as a TIER 2 position. Preference will be granted to individuals as required by Section 22-2-4(8).

Requirements

• Be a graduate of an accredited pharmacy program/school
• Previous contract experience a plus
• Previous IHS facility experience helpful
• Hospital pharmacy experience preferred
• Have a Pharmacist degree from a school of pharmacy approved by a state-accrediting agency
• Possess a current, active, unrestricted license from any of the 50 United States, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or the District of Columbia.
• Maintain continuing education/certification
• Must be a US citizen, living primarily in the United States
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Have a minimum of 2 years of experience as a pharmacist within the past 36 months,
• Must meet all credentialing and background investigation requirements.

Apply today we are looking forward to speaking with you.