Pharmacist I – Sharp Memorial Hospital – Variable Shift – Part Time

Verify and review medication orders for appropriateness, including dose, duration, and indications. Monitor therapy for drug interactions and ensure compliance with the inpatient drug formulary. Provide patient counseling on medication use, food-drug interactions, and discharge planning. Assess patient understanding and tailor education through first-dose teaching and compliance aids. Participate in medication reconciliation during admission and discharge. Ensure drug regimens align with antimicrobial and renal dosing guidelines. Adjust regimens based on protocols and interdisciplinary team consultation. Complete daily patient profiles and perform targeted therapeutic drug monitoring. Communicate therapeutic issues to nurses and physicians and document interventions. Prepare and dispense medications accurately, including controlled substances and chemotherapy. Participate in code-blue emergencies and aseptic technique for IV admixture. Monitor medication safety events and perform inventory inspections. Mentor pharmacy residents and interns while maintaining compliance with state and federal regulations.