Ensuring Safe, Effective, and Compassionate Medication Management
· BS in Pharmacy (required).
· Current Louisiana pharmacist license (required).
· Hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
· Strong knowledge of drug therapy, contraindications, interactions, and USP <797> sterile standards.
· Ability to supervise pharmacy technicians and support personnel.
· Effective communication, clinical judgment, and problem-solving skills.
· Ability to interpret medication orders and collaborate with clinical teams.
· A collaborative pharmacy team committed to safe, high-quality medication management.
· Professional development, CE opportunities, and continued learning.
· Mission-centered environment built on service, compassion, and excellence.
· Employee perks: https://www.brgeneral.org/about/careers/perks
Provide safe, accurate, and cost-effective medication therapy management across the hospital, fulfilling physician orders, monitoring drug therapy, and supporting medication safety.
· Prepare and dispense medications according to physician orders and protocols.
· Interpret, verify, and document written and electronic medication orders.
· Maintain accurate patient medication profiles.
· Compound sterile products, chemotherapy, and TPN in accordance with USP <797>.
· Issue and document controlled substances per regulations.
· Monitor therapies for contraindications, interactions, allergies, and appropriateness.
· Review patient charts and document clinical interventions.
· Identify and report adverse drug reactions.
· Consult with practitioners and recommend cost-effective therapeutic alternatives.
· Participate in medication use reviews, audits, and quality improvement activities.
· Supervise pharmacy technicians and support personnel.
· Perform medication storage inspections and remove outdated medications.
· Support pharmacy automation and technology systems.
· Collaborate with IS, vendors, Nursing, Billing, and Clinical Informatics.
· Maintain licensure, CE documentation, competency requirements, and attend meetings.
· Perform all other duties as assigned.
At Baton Rouge General, our pharmacy team plays a vital role in ensuring patients receive safe, effective, and timely care. Our pharmacists drive clinical quality, medication safety, and interdisciplinary collaboration across the hospital. Join a team that values your expertise and dedication.
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