Pharmacist I
The Pharmacist I at Confidential Client is responsible for preparing and dispensing medications for both inpatients and outpatients, ensuring compliance with prescriber orders and regulatory standards. This role involves supervising compounding activities, maintaining medication records and inventory, participating in quality improvement initiatives, and providing patient education on proper drug usage. The position requires a New York State Pharmacist License and at least one year of experience, emphasizing professional interaction and adherence to safety and risk management policies.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
Prepares and dispenses medications for inpatients and outpatients according to prescriber orders while maintaining safety, accuracy, and professional patient interactions.
- Prepare, label, and dispense inpatient and outpatient medications per licensed prescriber orders
- Supervise or perform compounding (bulk/extemporaneous) and ensure accurate manufacturing records and controls
- Manage controlled substances: maintain records, control floor stock, and handle returns/disposal according to policy
- Perform and direct prepacking activities and distribution of pharmacy supplies to clinical departments
- Maintain medication and supply inventory; ensure equipment and utensils are serviceable
- Provide patient education on medication use for outpatients; answer professional and patient medication inquiries
- Participate in departmental Performance/Quality Improvement and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) teams
- Support and assist pharmacy leadership with personnel-related functions and in-service training
Responsibilities
- Maintain professional, courteous interactions with patients, visitors, and staff to support a positive public perception of Confidential Client
- Comply with institutional policies including safety, infection control, risk management, incident reporting, and patient service standards
- Inspect medicinal supplies routinely and document findings
- Assist with onboarding, training, and performance activities as requested by Pharmacy Supervisor or Associate Directors
Qualifications
- New York State Pharmacist License required
- Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or related field required
- Minimum: One (1) year of pharmacy experience (recognized internship may satisfy experience requirement)
- Demonstrated ability to work accurately with controlled substances and maintain required records
- Strong communication skills for patient instruction and cross-disciplinary coordination
- Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and commitment to quality improvement
Preferred / Valuable Experience
- Hospital or health-system pharmacy experience (inpatient and outpatient)
- Experience with compounding workflows and pharmacy manufacturing documentation
- Prior participation in CQI or quality/safety initiatives
Role Details
- Employment type: Contractor (Part-time)
- Location: Bronx, NY (on-site)
- Estimated pay: $243,220 per year (estimated)
- License requirement: New York State Pharmacist License
- Degree requirement: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent)
Why Confidential Client
Confidential Client is focused on high-quality, patient-centered pharmacy practice within a collaborative healthcare environment. This position is a great fit for licensed pharmacists who want to work in a systems-driven clinical setting, contribute to quality improvement, and provide direct patient education and medication management.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
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