Job Description
Pharmacist Location: Grand Junction, CO Agency: Medical Edge Recruitment Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Shift Information: Days Contract Duration: 24 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position Position Highlights: Position: Pharmacist Job Type: Full-Time Location: Grand Valley Oncology Responsibilities: Review and verify provider medication orders for accuracy, appropriateness, and potential interactions. Prepare, compound, and dispense medications (oral, IV, topical, enteral) following established protocols and legal requirements. Monitor patient therapy for efficacy and safety, adjusting regimens in collaboration with providers as needed. Provide drug information and education to medical staff and patients. Counsel patients on medication use, side effects, and adherence, including during discharge and in outpatient encounters. Supervise, mentor, and delegate tasks to pharmacy technicians and support staff. Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with all hospital policies, state/federal regulations, and accrediting standards. Maintain inventory, oversee storage conditions, and monitor drug shortages or recalls. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical programs. Serve as acting Pharmacy Director during absences, ensuring continuity of operations and oversight. Verify integrity of all products prior to distribution to patient care areas. Always Abide by all current United States Pharmacopeia (USP) recommendations. Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy required; Doctor of pharmacy preferred with at least one (1) year of related experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires current, unrestricted licensure as a Pharmacist in the State of Colorado. Basic life support (BLS) and advanced life support (ALS) required Compensation: $61.00– 70.15 per hour, depending on education and experience. Discretionary bonuses, relocation expenses, merit increase, market adjustments, recognition bonuses, and other forms of discretionary compensation may be available.