Pharmacist - Inpatient

Pharmacist Inpatient - Dayshift The Pharmacy Division is dedicated to ensuring safe, effective, and cost-conscious medication use while collaborating with healthcare professionals to achieve optimal drug therapy outcomes. Through innovative programs in patient care, research, and education, the division leads in delivering premier, patient-centered care. Embracing change and discovery, it leverages new technologies, maximizes resources, and fosters a culture of caring to continuously enhance the quality of pharmaceutical services. The Ideal candidate is a licensed pharmacist with a Pharm.D. or Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from an accredited college. They demonstrate strong clinical knowledge and a commitment to patient-centered care in an ambulatory oncology setting. While hospital pharmacy experience (6 months or more) is preferred , the candidate should excel in accuracy, communication, and collaboration within a multidisciplinary team. Working Hours: The working hours are 7:00a - 3:30p. Mon - Fri Why Join the Inpatient Pharmacy Team? The Inpatient Pharmacy Team offers a dynamic, collaborative environment where pharmacists and technicians play a direct role in improving patient outcomes. Team members work alongside multidisciplinary healthcare providers, apply clinical expertise at the point of care, and contribute to high-quality, evidence-based treatment in a fast-paced hospital setting. Joining the team provides opportunities for professional growth, advanced clinical practice, and meaningful impact on patient safety and care delivery. At MD Anderson, we offer careers built on care, growth, and balance. Our employees enjoy a benefits package designed to support every stage of life, starting on day one. Paid employee medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for employees who work 30 or more hours per week Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage Paid time off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) paid leave accruals Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave, and other paid leave programs Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service Teachers Retirement System defined-benefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans Employer paid life, AD&D and an illness-related reduced salary pay program Extensive wellness, recognition, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups Job Specific Competencies Core Pharmaceutical Services Core pharmaceutical services include, but are not limited to, the following: Reviews, clarifies, and processes medication orders accurately and in a timely manner. Ensures appropriateness of ordered medications by considering relevant factors such as: Disease state Body surface area (BSA) Age, height, and weight Laboratory values Renal function Utilizes computer resources and clinical information systems to support pharmaceutical care, including: Medication order entry Order verification Medication distribution Medication checking Medication reconciliation Performs and documents therapeutic interventions as appropriate. Actively participates in event reporting using UHC Safety Intelligence. Pharmacy Area Supervision / Responsibilities / Administrative / Systems-Based Practice Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Provides supervision of immediate technical staff, including: Assigning and overseeing daily tasks Monitoring lunch breaks Ensuring adherence to institutional and departmental policies and procedures (e.g., sterile and non-sterile compounding) Ensures all tasks and assignments are completed in a timely manner to maintain optimal workflow and patient care. Maintains a clean and organized work area at all times. Monitors inventory and supplies; notifies appropriate personnel of shortages or outages. Oversees the compounding of sterile and non-sterile admixtures. Completes all assigned Quality Assurance and productivity reports, including documentation and appropriate follow-up. Researches and monitors problems, initiates corrective actions, and follows through until resolution. Consistently provides input and suggestions for process improvement. Completes and maintains all institutional and divisional requirements for licensure, mandatory education, and testing, including but not limited to: EEE Infection Control Age-related competencies Code Blue BLS certification TB testing IV process validation Develops, implements, and/or supports special projects throughout the institution. Clinical / Patient Care Clinical and patient care responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Actively participates in the implementation and practice of identified clinical initiatives (e.g., discharge counseling, medication reconciliation, renal dose adjustments). Conducts and documents patient education as appropriate. Documents patient-specific information in the electronic medical record. Other Duties Performs other duties as assigned. Education Required: Bachelor's Degree Pharmacy. or Required: Pharm.D. degree from an accredited college of pharmacy. Work Experience Preferred: Six months experience in a hospital pharmacy. Licenses and Certification Required: RPH - Registered Pharmacist Texas State Board of Pharmacy. within 90 Days and Required: BLS - Basic Life Support American Heart Association (AHA). within 30 Days and Required: ACLS - Adv Cardiac Life Support American Heart Association (AHA). If working in one of the following departments: Pharmacy Inpatient (710348), Pharmacy OP ACB (710355), Pharmacy-West Houston (710657), Pharmacy-The Woodlands (710480), Pharmacy-NWH Sur&SP Care (711204). within 90 Days This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. Additional Information Requisition ID: 177969 Employment Status: Full-Time Employee Status: Regular Work Week: Days Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 129,000 Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 161,500 Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 194,000 FLSA: exempt and eligible for overtime, paid at a straight rate Fund Type: Hard Work Location: Hybrid Onsite/Remote Pivotal Position: No Referral Bonus Available?: No Relocation Assistance Available?: No #LI-Hybrid

Created: 2026-04-01