What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacist position at TAG MedStaffing?
Job Overview – Pharmacist :
Join our client’s healthcare team as a Pharmacist in New York, NY. This full-time role is responsible for preparing and dispensing medications for both inpatient and outpatient care while ensuring compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards. You will play a crucial role in medication safety, patient education, and transitions of care.
Compensation : $126,000 - $187,000 / year
Location : New York, NY
Schedule : Flexible Shifts, Full-Time
Responsibilities as the Pharmacist :
Medication Dispensing : Prepare and dispense medications for inpatient and outpatient care while ensuring compliance.
Order Verification : Review prescriptions for accuracy, appropriate dosage, and potential interactions.
Patient Education : Counsel patients and families on medication use, side effects, and adherence strategies.
Care Coordination : Assist with medication education and discharge planning to support care transitions.
Regulatory Compliance : Ensure adherence to state and federal pharmacy regulations and medication distribution policies.
Controlled Substances : Oversee handling, inventory, and documentation of controlled substances. Qualifications for the Pharmacist :
Education : Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy required (PGY1 residency training is highly preferred).
Licensure : Active New York State Pharmacist license required.
Experience : 2 years of inpatient hospital pharmacy experience (retail experience is a plus).
Technical Skills : Experience using Epic software for pharmacy management.
Attributes : Strong attention to detail, ability to work on-site, and willingness to work evening shifts as needed. Application Notice : Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, TAG MedStaffing will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.
Salary : $126,000 - $187,000
