Yale New Haven Health·Westerly, Rhode Island
The pharmacist is responsible for reviewing, verifying, and dispensing medication orders while supervising pharmacy technicians and interns. They also engage in clinical activities such as rounding, attending trauma cases, and managing the anticoagulation clinic.
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Assists with quality improvement projects, such as Drug Use Evaluations, analysis of interventions etc as requested by Pharmacy Leadership. The pharmacist reviews, interprets and verifies all medication orders and prescriptions received by the pharmacy. Additionally, the pharmacists compounds and dispenses medications and supervises pharmacy technicians and interns who do the same. The pharmacist will also assist with various clinical activities including rounding, attendance at CODE/Trauma cases, reviewing Pyxis reports for cost saving interventions, and staffing the anticoagulation clinic.
EDUCATION Bachelor of Science in pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited school. EXPERIENCE Minimum of one year experience as a pharmacist, with hospital experience preferred. LICENSURE BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification strongly encouraged.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or a Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited institution. A minimum of one year of pharmacy experience is required, with hospital experience and BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications strongly encouraged.
Market context
Pharmacy technician roles in Rhode Island are typically tied to steady demand in retail, hospital, and outpatient settings, where staffing needs can shift with prescription volume and patient service demands. Competition often centers on licensure readiness, timely CPhT certification, and comfort with pharmacy systems and basic computer tasks. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly confirm fit, then verify your Rhode Island license status and certification timeline before applying.
