Description

External Applicants earn up to $15,000 Sign on Bonus!

External applicants are eligible for a $5,000 relocation bonus, if relocating 75+ miles from the main campus.

If you have interest in critical care, cardiology/anticoagulation, general medicine, or hospice care, Mercy is a fit for you!

Mercy Medical Center is seeking dedicated Clinical Pharmacists to join our acute care and transition teams! Mercy pharmacists are valued members of the health care teams.  Pharmacists work in patient care areas and rotate through the central inpatient pharmacy.  Pharmacists are involved in all aspects of patient care including, but not limited to, bedside rounds with the provider and nurse, medication dosing/monitoring, antibiotic de-escalation and precepting students and residents.  When working in the central pharmacy, the pharmacists have responsibility for aspects of pharmaceutical care, oversight of sterile compounding and ensuring accurate medication distribution. Our pharmacists work rotating shifts including weekdays, weekends, evenings, and holidays.  Apply to be part of the Healing Touch Mercy provides to our patients.

Responsibilities

·       Oversees safe and appropriate preparation, ordering, and distribution of medication orders in accordance with relevant laws and regulations.

·       Collaborates with the interprofessional healthcare team to ensure appropriate medication therapy.

·       Provides clinical pharmacy services through interventions, consultation, drug information, teaching and/or committee work.

·       Participate in continuing education programs as required.

·       Participates in the training and education of new employees, pharmacy residents, and pharmacy students.

Professional Experience and Qualifications

·       Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in pharmacy required.

·       Two years as a licensed pharmacist with enhanced clinical responsibilities preferred.

·       Successful completion of an Accredited American Society of Health-System Pharmacist (ASHP) Residency Program preferred.

·       Must have current Iowa Pharmacist License or be eligible for Iowa Board of Pharmacy pharmacist licensure. Employment is contingent upon being licensed by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy by start date.

Mercy Cedar Rapids is a Catholic healthcare system serving patients and families in eastern Iowa. In addition to Mercy Medical Center (its fully accredited, 424-licensed-bed hospital in downtown Cedar Rapids, Iowa), the system also has an established network of specialty clinics, including MercyCare primary and urgent care clinics located throughout Cedar Rapids and surrounding communities. PINC AI™ and Fortune have named Mercy Medical Center among the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals based on clinical, operational, financial and patient satisfaction data. Founded in 1900 by the Sisters of Mercy, Mercy remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the sick and enhancing the health of the communities it serves. For more information, log on to www.mercycare.org, or follow Mercy on Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, TikTok or YouTube.

The Cedar Rapids / Iowa City Corridor area is a vibrant area located in the rolling hills of southeastern Iowa with a total population of about 460,000. The corridor is home to the University of Iowa, several large high-tech industries, and a renowned art and literary culture. The corridor area offers a unique balance of big city amenities without all the hassles that come with a large city.

For more information, and/or to formally apply, please visit the Mercy Careers site at - 

Careers at Mercy - Cedar Rapids, IA - Mercy Medical Center (mercycare.org)

Requirements

Professional Experience and Qualifications

·       Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in pharmacy required.

·       Two years as a licensed pharmacist with enhanced clinical responsibilities preferred.

·       Successful completion of an Accredited American Society of Health-System Pharmacist (ASHP) Residency Program preferred.

·       Must have current Iowa Pharmacist License or be eligible for Iowa Board of Pharmacy pharmacist licensure. Employment is contingent upon being licensed by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy by start date.