Pharmacist I at RWJBarnabas Health – Lakewood, New Jersey

Job Title: Pharmacist I

Location: MMC Southern Campus

Department Name: Pharmacy

Req #: 0000231456

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $64.13 - $80.18 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly 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 is responsible for the provision of pharmaceutical services to all patient care groups, including geriatrics, adult, adolescent, pediatric and neonatal patients. They are responsible for the preparation, dispensing and monitoring of both the prescribing and effectiveness of all medications and IV admixtures. They are also responsible for maintaining statistical records.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Pharmacy degree from an accredited School of Pharmacy
• New Jersey Pharmacist License
• Registration in New Jersey as a Pharmacist
• Familiarity with all phases of hospital pharmacy
• Working knowledge of health care matters
• Understanding of role of pharmacy department within the hospital and its interrelationships with other departments/functions
Successful completion of all orientations

Preferred:

• Doctorate in Pharmacy
• Residency training
Hospital pharmacy experience

Certifications and Licenses Required:

NJ Pharmacy License

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full Time
• Day shift
• Every other weekend
Every other holiday

Essential Functions:

• The position is responsible for the preparation, dispensing, monitoring of both the prescribing and effectiveness of all medications and IV admixtures
• The pharmacist will also supervise and direct the activities of all pharmacy technicians to ensure departmental workflow is not negatively affected
• The registered pharmacist also provides, when needed, clinical services such as patient counseling, education, consults, and medication therapy management
• The position is also responsible for identifying and reporting hazardous environments or safety issues
• The position is also responsible for any other assigned tasks, as appropriate
• The registered pharmacist is also responsible for maintaining a clean, neat, uncluttered work area, to provide prompt and safe service and train, coach and develop new staff
The pharmacist should also share a team vision

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon….and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care 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.