Pharmacist: Staff

Department: Pharmacy

Status: PRN \| As Needed

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Reports To: Director of Pharmacy and Oncology Services

Location: Pagosa Springs Medical Center – Pagosa Springs, Colorado

Work Arrangement: On-Site

Position Highlight

Bring your hospital pharmacy expertise to a collaborative rural healthcare team where your clinical knowledge directly supports safe, effective patient care. This PRN opportunity is ideal for an experienced hospital pharmacist with oncology infusion experience who can provide flexible coverage while supporting medication management, sterile compounding, Pyxis operations, and multidisciplinary patient care.

Position Summary

Pagosa Springs Medical Center (PSMC) is seeking an experienced PRN Staff Pharmacist to join our Pharmacy team on an as-needed basis.

The Staff Pharmacist supports the safe and effective procurement, receipt, storage, preparation, distribution, and use of medications throughout the organization. Responsibilities include medication order verification, clinical medication management, drug interaction and laboratory review, IV preparation, Pyxis management, medication distribution, and supervision of pharmacy technician work.

This position requires hospital pharmacy experience and oncology infusion experience and works closely with physicians, nurses, pharmacy technicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure medication therapy is accurate, appropriate, timely, and compliant with state and federal requirements.

Why Join PSMC?

• Enjoy the flexibility of a PRN schedule while maintaining your hospital pharmacy practice
• Work in a collaborative Critical Access Hospital environment
• Apply your expertise in both hospital pharmacy operations and clinical medication management
• Support oncology infusion services and complex medication therapies
• Work directly with physicians, nurses, pharmacy technicians, and other healthcare professionals
• Maintain and expand experience with sterile compounding, hazardous medications, and automated dispensing systems
• Serve as a clinical medication resource for providers and nursing staff
• Make a meaningful impact on medication safety and patient care in a rural mountain community

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Pharmacy \& Medication Management

• Review and verify medication orders, including oncology infusion orders
• Evaluate medication therapy for appropriate drug selection, dosing, indications, interactions, contraindications, and patient-specific considerations
• Review patient profiles, laboratory results, and clinical information to identify and prevent medication-related problems
• Identify potential adverse drug reactions, drug interactions, inappropriate dosing, untreated indications, therapeutic failures, and other medication-related concerns
• Provide accurate, safe, timely, and appropriate medication therapy based on patient age and disease state
• Communicate with physicians, nurses, and other providers to clarify medication orders and resolve clinical concerns
• Provide medication information and clinical pharmacy support to providers and nursing staff

Oncology \& Sterile Compounding

• Review and verify medication orders for oncology infusions
• Safely handle, store, prepare, and distribute hazardous medications
• Follow appropriate clean room procedures, including proper gowning and garbing
• Utilize proper aseptic technique during parenteral compounding
• Prepare hazardous and non-hazardous medications using Laminar Airflow Workbenches and Biological Safety Cabinets
• Maintain required pharmacy cleaning and temperature logs
• Perform applicable quality control functions

Medication Distribution \& Pharmacy Operations

• Participate in central dispensing and pharmacy operational programs
• Order and receive medications appropriately
• Perform medication distribution activities accurately
• Repackage bulk medications as needed
• Perform unit-dose and THP packaging and generate appropriate barcoding
• Maintain required pharmacy and regulatory records
• Perform audits in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements
• Support pharmacy inventory and medication-management processes
• Maintain continuing education and active licensure requirements established by the Colorado State Board of Pharmacy

Pyxis \& Automated Dispensing

• Manage and maintain Pyxis MedStation automated dispensing systems
• Perform daily and on-demand Pyxis refills
• Load and unload medications and adjust medication par levels
• Maintain Pyxis ADC medication scanning databases
• Add, edit, and remove medications and users as appropriate
• Assign user roles as directed
• Investigate and resolve Pyxis discrepancies in a timely manner

Pharmacy Technician Oversight

• Supervise pharmacy technician work
• Provide appropriate direction and oversight of technician activities
• Promote safe and accurate medication preparation and distribution practices
• Maintain accountability for Pharmacy standards, policies, procedures, training, certifications, and regulatory requirements
• Support a collaborative, respectful, and professional Pharmacy environment

Quality, Safety \& Compliance

• Maintain records in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Follow applicable federal and Colorado laws governing pharmacy practice
• Perform required regulatory audits and quality control activities
• Maintain safe practices for handling hazardous medications, including chemotherapeutic agents
• Maintain medication storage, cleaning, and temperature requirements
• Protect patient confidentiality and comply with PSMC policies and procedures
• Participate in departmental inventory processes and organizational safety initiatives

Education

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Pharmacy required
• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) desired but not required
• PGY1 Pharmacy Residency desired but not required
• Board Certified Oncology Pharmacist (BCOP) credential desired but not required

Experience

• Minimum of two (2) years of hospital pharmacist experience required
• Oncology infusion experience required
• Knowledge of federal and state laws pertaining to pharmacy practice required

Licensure \& Certifications

• Current, active pharmacist license through the Colorado State Board of Pharmacy required
• Current AHA BLS HeartSaver certification required
• Continuing education and active licensure must be maintained in accordance with Colorado State Board of Pharmacy requirements Pharmacist_ Staff

Technology \& Systems

• Computer proficiency sufficient to utilize email, documents, spreadsheets, and project management software
• Electronic health record experience desired
• Must develop a strong working knowledge of Cerner
• Ability to maintain proficiency with hospital medication-ordering and pharmacy computer systems
• Experience with automated dispensing systems such as Pyxis is highly valuable for this role

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate:

• Is an experienced hospital pharmacist with hands-on oncology infusion experience
• Demonstrates strong clinical judgment and medication-management expertise
• Is comfortable independently reviewing and verifying complex medication and oncology infusion orders
• Has experience with sterile compounding and the safe handling of hazardous medications
• Understands hospital pharmacy operations and medication distribution workflows
• Is comfortable supervising and providing direction to pharmacy technicians
• Communicates effectively with physicians, nurses, pharmacy staff, and other healthcare professionals
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail and a commitment to medication safety
• Can work independently while utilizing available resources appropriately
• Remains calm and professional in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and frequent interruptions
• Demonstrates adaptability, initiative, accountability, and sound judgment
• Embodies PSMC's WISER values of Wholeness, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, and Respect

Schedule \& Work Environment

This is a PRN position, with hours scheduled as needed based on Pharmacy coverage and operational needs.

Work is performed in a hospital setting with frequent interruptions and regular interaction with patients, employees, providers, vendors, and other members of the healthcare team. The position may involve exposure to blood and bodily fluids, communicable diseases, radiation, chemicals, hazardous materials, toxic chemotherapeutic agents, sharp instruments, and pharmacy equipment.

The position is classified as Medium Work and includes standing, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, fine manipulation, keyboarding, and other physical activities associated with hospital pharmacy operations.

Compensation \& Benefits

• Base Compensation Range: $53.57 - $66.97 hourly
• PRN Differential Pay: +$5.00 per hour
• Benefits: Benefits include generous sick leave and retirement plan with employer contribution.
• Job Type: PRN - As needed
• Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis

Pagosa Springs Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment, and we will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, religion, creed, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment health and drug screen and background check.

About Pagosa Springs Medical Center

Pagosa Springs Medical Center is a Critical Access Hospital serving Pagosa Springs and Archuleta County in southwest Colorado. Our Pharmacy team works closely with providers, nursing, Oncology, and other clinical departments to promote safe, effective, and appropriate medication therapy for the patients we serve.

Located in the beautiful San Juan Mountains, Pagosa Springs offers an exceptional quality of life with world-class hiking, skiing, fishing, mountain biking, rafting, hunting, and the world's deepest geothermal hot springs. At PSMC, you'll join a collaborative team guided by our WISER values: Wholeness, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, and Respect.

Apply Today

If you're an experienced hospital pharmacist with oncology infusion experience who is looking for a flexible PRN opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. Join Pagosa Springs Medical Center as a PRN Staff Pharmacist and bring your clinical expertise to a collaborative team committed to safe, high-quality medication management and exceptional patient care.