Centra Health·Lynchburg, Virginia
The pharmacist manages the safe use, evaluation, and dispensing of medications to ensure high-quality patient care. They perform clinical functions, promote rational drug therapy, and maintain compliance with state and federal laws.
The pharmacist ensures the safe use of medications within the health system in support of high quality patient care. The pharmacist performs medication management-related tasks for the health system by carrying out the evaluation, order entry, compounding, packaging, dispensing and ensuring the safe handling of medications in compliance with state and federal laws as well as standards and regulations set forth by accrediting and regulatory agencies. The pharmacist utilizes information systems and medical records to obtain patient information and performs the appropriate clinical functions, promotes rational drug therapy, performs patient consultations and supports other clinical pharmacy initiatives to improve medication safety across the organization.
A bachelor's degree in pharmacy and a valid Virginia pharmacy license are required. A PharmD, hospital residency, or Board of Pharmacy Specialty Certification is preferred.
Market context
Pharmacy roles in Virginia typically draw steady demand in hospitals, retail settings, and other patient-facing environments where licensed support staff help keep medication workflows moving. These positions are competitive because employers often want current PTCB or ExCPT certification, Virginia Board of Pharmacy licensure, and several years of experience, along with a clean record. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your credentials and licensure status before applying.
