Pharmacist - Night Shift
Location: Houston, TX
Pay Rate: Starting at $71.00/hour
Schedule: 7:30 PM - 7:30 AM | 7 shifts on / 7 shifts off
Dean's Professional Services is seeking an experienced and patient-focused Pharmacist to support a leading pediatric healthcare organization in Houston, TX. This is an excellent opportunity for a licensed Texas Pharmacist who has hospital experience and a strong background in medication preparation, clinical pharmacy services, and sterile compounding.
The 7-on/7-off overnight schedule offers an excellent opportunity for pharmacists seeking a predictable schedule and extended time off while making a meaningful impact on patient care.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive pharmaceutical care for patients ranging from infants through adulthood.
- Review medication orders for appropriateness based on diagnosis, weight, body surface area, allergies, drug interactions, and other patient-specific factors.
- Accurately enter, verify, and process medication orders in the pharmacy information system.
- Ensure medications are dispensed accurately and delivered within established timeframes.
- Identify, prevent, and resolve actual or potential drug-related problems.
- Prepare and dispense medications in accordance with hospital policies, pharmacy standards, and applicable regulations.
- Prepare sterile products using proper aseptic technique and infection control practices.
- Maintain high standards for medication safety and minimize medication errors through careful order review and verification.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacy technicians, and other healthcare professionals to optimize medication therapy and patient outcomes.
- Provide medication-related guidance and support to patients, families, and members of the healthcare team as appropriate.
- Maintain accurate pharmacy documentation and comply with all applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Participate in ongoing competency assessments, continuing education, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Support and promote proper aseptic technique and infection control practices among pharmacy staff.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, Pharm.D., or equivalent pharmacy degree required.
- Current, unrestricted Texas Pharmacist (RPh) license required.
- Minimum 2 years of hospital staff pharmacist experience preferred, particularly experience with medication preparation.
- Hospital pharmacy experience strongly preferred.
- Experience with sterile compounding and aseptic technique preferred.
- Completion of 20 hours of sterile compounding training accredited by ACPE or ASHP preferred.
- Strong knowledge of medication safety, drug interactions, dosing, and clinical pharmacy practices.
- Excellent attention to detail, communication, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work independently and effectively during overnight shifts.
- Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and regulatory compliance.
Why Join Dean's Professional Services?
- Competitive pay starting at $71.00/hour
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
- 7 shifts on / 7 shifts off schedule for excellent work-life balance
- Consistent 7:30 PM - 7:30 AM overnight schedule
- Opportunity to support pediatric patients from infancy through adulthood
- Gain valuable experience in hospital pharmacy and sterile medication preparation
- Supportive, collaborative, and patient-centered healthcare environment
- Career growth opportunities with a nationally recognized healthcare staffing organization
Dean's Professional Services is a national, award-winning staffing firm. Since 1993, we have connected over 50,000 healthcare professionals with leading organizations across the country by matching exceptional talent with rewarding career opportunities.
Apply today at deansprofessionalservices or call 713-785-7483 for more information.
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