Clinical / Long-Term Care Pharmacist
Location: Eastlake, OH Employment Type: Full-Time | In-Person Schedule: Monday-Friday + Rotational Saturdays | 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Position Overview
We are seeking a Clinical / Long-Term Care Pharmacist to join a growing closed-door long-term care pharmacy serving nursing-home communities. This is an excellent opportunity for a pharmacist who is passionate about medication safety, clinical pharmacy services, and patient-centered care. You will work closely with prescribers, nurses, and long-term care facility staff to ensure residents receive safe, effective, and timely medication therapy. The closed-door setting provides a focused environment without walk-in outpatient or traditional retail traffic.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care to residents in long-term care settings.
- Review and verify medication orders for accuracy, appropriateness, interactions, and potential drug-related problems.
- Conduct medication regimen reviews and identify opportunities to optimize therapy.
- Make appropriate clinical interventions, including dosage recommendations, monitoring, and therapy adjustments.
- Communicate and collaborate with physicians, nurses, prescribers, and facility staff regarding patient medication needs.
- Monitor medication therapy and support continuity of care for LTC residents.
- Accurately dispense and verify medications while maintaining compliance with applicable pharmacy regulations and facility standards.
- Maintain accurate medication records, documentation, and required pharmacy records.
- Manage pharmacy inventory, including medications and supplies, to ensure timely availability.
- Educate facility staff regarding medication changes, administration protocols, medication safety, and appropriate medication use.
- Contribute to overall pharmacy quality, safety, and operational efficiency.
Qualifications
- Active and unrestricted Pharmacist license required.
- Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or equivalent; PharmD credentials are welcome.
- Prior long-term care pharmacy experience is preferred but not required.
- Experience with parenteral admixtures/IV preparations is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of pharmacology, physiology, medical terminology, and medication therapy.
- Excellent clinical judgment and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to work effectively with nurses, prescribers, and LTC facility staff.
- Strong commitment to medication safety, regulatory compliance, and patient-centered care.
- Experience with pharmacy inventory management is preferred.
Schedule
- Full-Time only
- Monday-Friday
- Rotational Saturdays
- 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
- Rotational weekends and scheduled days off
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer matching
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Supportive and experienced team environment
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
Why Join?
- Work in a specialized closed-door LTC pharmacy environment.
- Make a meaningful impact on the medication management and safety of nursing-home residents.
- Collaborate directly with healthcare professionals across long-term care communities.
- Enjoy a focused clinical environment without walk-in outpatient traffic.
- Join an experienced team with opportunities to learn, grow, and advance professionally.
This is a full-time, in-person opportunity. Candidates must be willing to relocate to Eastlake, OH.
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