Singing River Health System·Gulfport, Mississippi
The Pharmacist is responsible for interpreting, filling, and dispensing medications while providing patient education and pharmaceutical supplies. They perform therapeutic drug monitoring and manage medication stock across multiple hospital facilities.
At Singing River Health System, caring isn’t just part of the job — it’s in our DNA. Whether we’re saving lives, supporting behind the scenes, or showing up for our community, we bring the energy, heart, and hustle every single day.
With pride, passion, and commitment, we will improve health and save lives in our community every day.
The employee will cover various shifts at all three facilities.
Location: Singing River Gulfport Hospital, Singing River Ocean Springs Hospital, Singing River Pascagoula Hospital
Job Description: SUMMARY
The Pharmacist interprets, fills and dispenses medications; provides patient education material and other pharmaceutical supplies following standard procedures and guidelines to fill prescriptions. He/She uses pharmaceutical expertise for all ages of patients; assists in maintaining and routinely inspecting an adequate, secure and properly stored stock of medications and supplies; performs therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM); and, Sub Acute Care functions. The Pharmacist performs other clinical and non-clinical duties as required. Expectation is for all performed duties to be in accordance with Singing River Health System procedures and policies, accreditation organization, and governing guidance and publications for health care employees.
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this intends to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks performed as assigned.
Graduate from a School of Pharmacy accredited by the American Council of Pharmaceutical Education required.
Must be currently licensed as a Registered Pharmacist by the Mississippi State Board of Pharmacy. Controlled substance registration required.
Must have de-escalation training completed by the end of position orientation (90 days); must have appropriate level of de-escalation training.
Hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
Director of Pharmacy; Pharmacy Operations Manager.
Supervises: Assigned Pharmacy Technicians & Students
Work involves being able to perceive the nature of sound at normal speaking levels with or without correction; the ability to make fine discriminations in sound. Work requires close visual and acuity and the ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus, i.e. shift gaze from viewing a computer monitor to forms/printed material that are closer to compare data at close vision. Must be able to be active for extended periods of time without experiencing undue fatigue. Must be able to work flexible hours.
Must demonstrate keen mental faculties/assessment and decision making abilities. Must demonstrate superior communication/speaking/enunciation skills to receive and give information in person and by telephone. Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills. Must possess emotional stability conducive to dealing with high stress levels. Must demonstrate ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Attention to detail and the ability to multi-task in complex situations is required. Must have strong analytical and interpersonal skills. Must be able to assume responsibility for a variety of functions and work with the realization that errors may have serious consequences to patient care. Must be a team player and be able provide guidance to pharmacy technicians and pharmacists.
Must possess superior customer service skills and professional etiquette. Must possess proficient knowledge and ability to use a computer (must be keyboard proficient) and other office technology (i.e., telephone, fax, etc.). Must have knowledge of MS Excel. Must have working knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
If you’re looking for purpose, teamwork, and a place where what you do truly matters, you’ve found it. Let’s do big things together. Apply now and join our team.
Candidates must be a graduate of an ACPE-accredited pharmacy school and hold a current Registered Pharmacist license from the Mississippi State Board of Pharmacy. Hospital pharmacy experience is preferred, and de-escalation training must be completed within 90 days.
Market context
Pharmacy roles in Mississippi typically draw steady demand in settings that need licensed clinicians with managed care, ambulatory care, or clinical practice experience. These jobs are competitive because employers often screen for a PharmD or bachelor’s degree in pharmacy, an active pharmacist license, and relevant practice background. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and match your recent experience to the role before applying.
