Hospital Pharmacist - Full-Time

Job Description
Stamford Hospital's prestigious pharmacy team is seeking a skilled full-time pharmacist to join the mission and ensure effective delivery of pharmaceutical care to all our patients. This pharmacist will report to the Director of Pharmacy and are responsible for providing quality pharmaceutical care with an emphasis on accuracy and patient safety. The right incumbent for this role will demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide comprehensive, person-centered pharmaceutical services. These services include medication delivery, therapeutic recommendations, and promotion of optimal drug therapy through policy development.
As a Certified Great Place to Work organization, Stamford Health understands what it takes to attract talent to improve our workforce and support our mission, to that end we offer:
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive, low-cost health insurance plans available day one
• Wellness programs
• Paid Time Off accruals
• Tax deferred annuity and (403b) pension plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free on-site parking and train station shuttle
• Childcare partnership with Children's Learning Center
Full-time! Applicants must demonstrate flexibility and work rotating shifts as assigned.
Must be available to work day-time, evening, and overnight hours. Weekends and holidays are required.
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Responsibilities

• Accurately verify, prepare and dispense medication orders per physician request according to established protocols.
• Provide timely and accurate drug information to healthcare professionals and lay persons.
• Participate in medication counseling sessions for patients by reviewing side effects, indications and directions for use.
• Ensure appropriateness of therapy and dosage for all patient populations including age-specific care
• Monitor patient therapy in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Carefully identify, prevent, intervene, and follow up on any medication related problems.
• Supervise pharmacy support personnel to ensure the seamless delivery of pharmacy services throughout the institution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy required. Advanced degree preferred.
• Current license or eligible for license as a Registered Pharmacist in Connecticut required.

*We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values diversity and inclusion and reflects the diversity of the community and patients we serve.
About Us
About Stamford Health
Stamford Health is a non-profit independent health care system with more than 3,800 employees committed to caring for the community through a wide range of high-quality health and wellness services. Patients and their families receive expert, compassionate care through the system's 305-bed Stamford Hospital; Stamford Health Medical Group, with more than 40 offices in lower Fairfield County offering primary and specialty care; a growing number of ambulatory locations across the region; and support through the Stamford Hospital Foundation.
Stamford Health is known for its expert, person-centered care through its many recognitions and partnerships. U.S. News & World Report has recognized Stamford Hospital as a High-Performing Hospital. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rated Stamford Hospital as a five-star hospital for Overall Quality and The Leapfrog Group awarded Stamford Hospital an "A" for patient safety. The American Nurses Credentialing Center has granted Stamford Hospital Magnet Status, which recognizes superior patient care with the highest level of safety, quality, and patient satisfaction. Stamford Health is Planetree Gold-Certified for Excellence in Person-Centered Care and is a Certified™ Great Place to Work.
Stamford Health is a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and has recently expanded its relationship with Columbia to offer treatment and expertise from Columbia University Irving Medical Center's nationally recognized heart surgeons. Stamford Health and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have created a premier center for specialty orthopedic care right in Stamford, Connecticut. Additionally, in 2020 Stamford Health's Carl & Dorothy Bennett Cancer Center entered into an expanded collaboration with Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center.
Dedicated to being the community's most trusted health care partner, Stamford Health puts patients first to build long-lasting relationships. For more information, visit StamfordHealth.org. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.