Night Pharmacist II Brooklyn II NY
Hospital Pharmacist – Interfaith Hospital
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Address: 1545 Atlantic Avenue, Interfaith, Brooklyn, NY 11213
Job Type: Full-Time
Hours: 40 hours/week | 8 hours/day
Schedule: Nights, 11:00 PM–7:00 AM
Schedule: Flex schedule with weekend rotation
Position Overview
We are seeking a Hospital Pharmacist to join the pharmacy team at Interfaith Hospital. Under the general supervision of the Director of Pharmacy and/or Pharmacy Supervisor, the Pharmacist will safely and accurately prepare and dispense medications while ensuring compliance with hospital policies and New York State and federal regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Review, interpret, calculate, prepare, and dispense medications based on physician orders.
- Identify and resolve unclear, incomplete, or questionable medication orders in collaboration with prescribers and nursing staff.
- Review medication profiles for allergies, drug/food interactions, therapeutic duplication, and other potential issues.
- Recommend appropriate changes to drug therapy when needed.
- Prepare labels and dispense medications throughout the hospital.
- Enter medication orders accurately into the pharmacy computer system.
- Provide medication information, including therapeutic effects, interactions, and potential adverse reactions, to physicians, nurses, and patients.
- Compound and label IV admixtures, chemotherapy, and parenteral nutrition solutions according to established procedures.
- Supervise and verify the work of Pharmacy Technicians and Aides in sterile and non-sterile areas.
- Dispense controlled substances in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Participate in staff orientation, training, education, medication-area inspections, and quality improvement activities.
- Demonstrate appropriate knowledge of age-specific medication dosing for neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
- Work across pharmacy service areas and perform other duties necessary to support safe, high-quality patient care.
Requirements
Education
Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy required.
Experience
Minimum 1 year of hospital pharmacy experience required.
License
Active New York State Pharmacist license and current registration required.
Skills
- Strong verbal and written English communication skills.
- Computer and word-processing proficiency.
- Ability to work effectively in a hospital pharmacy environment.
Physical Requirements
The role involves standing, walking, sitting, talking, hearing, bending, and may include repetitive motions. Reasonable accommodations may be provided where appropriate.
Note: We offer a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you meet the above qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply with your resume.
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