If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent‑rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid‑South.
The Clinical Pharmacist promotes the safe and appropriate use, proper storage, and distribution of medications as required for patient care in accordance with professional standards and practices. Provides consultative services to patients and healthcare providers. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.
Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.
What You Will Do
- Provides consultative services and clinical expertise to evaluate and improve medication usage and therapeutic outcomes, promoting continued improvement within the pharmacy scope of practice.
- Processes orders and prescriptions to provide medications and pharmaceutical supplies ordered by physicians and authorized medical practitioners.
- Advises physicians, healthcare staff, residents, and patients in the safe administration of medication.
- Follows established policies and procedures for medication safety and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and quality standards.
- Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.
Education / Formal Training Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy (Required)
- Doctorate in Pharmacy (Preferred)
Work Experience Requirements
- No prior work experience (Preferred)
Licenses and Certifications Requirements
- Pharmacist – Tennessee Board of Pharmacy (Required)
- Pharmacist – Mississippi Board of Pharmacy (Preferred)
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Understands and interprets complex written materials and technical reports.
- Demonstrated ability to balance multiple priorities and work effectively as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
- Ability to work with information systems, automated and technical pharmacy equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and to consistently exercise sound judgment and initiative in a wide range of circumstances.
- An effective planner with strong skills in scheduling and organizing workflows.
Supervision Provided by this Position
- Guides the daily activities of pharmacy technicians and/or residents in the assigned work area.
Physical Demands
- Physical activities may include climbing, pushing, standing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, and stooping.
- Must have good balance and coordination.
- Requires exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and up to 25 lbs. force frequently.
- Requires close visual acuity, including color, depth perception, and field of vision for tasks such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data, transcribing, and extensive reading.
- Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
- Exposure to patient body fluids as well as hazardous or poisonous materials.
- Ability to react quickly to emergency situations, including on‑call availability.
Our Associates are passionate about their work, the service they provide, and the patients they serve. We value family, team, and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.
Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.
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