Description About Us Ray County Hospital & Healthcare is a mission-driven Critical Access Hospital committed to delivering exceptional care to our rural community. Our pharmacy team plays a central role in patient safety, clinical decision support, and hospital operations. We are seeking a dedicated Hospital Pharmacist to join our team and serve as a trusted clinical partner across all departments.
Position Overview The Hospital Pharmacist provides comprehensive pharmaceutical care, oversees medication management, and supports clinical teams throughout the facility. This role is ideal for a pharmacist who thrives in a rural environment, values autonomy, and enjoys being deeply embedded in patient care.
Key Responsibilities Medication Management — Dispense, verify, and monitor medications for inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings.
Clinical Support — Provide dosing guidance, therapeutic drug monitoring, antimicrobial stewardship, and consultative support to providers.
Regulatory Compliance — Maintain compliance with state/federal regulations, USP standards, and hospital policies.
Medication Safety — Lead initiatives to reduce medication errors and improve patient outcomes.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration — Partner with nursing, providers, and ancillary teams to support evidence-based care.
Inventory Oversight — Manage formulary, shortages, vendor relationships, and controlled substance accountability.
Patient & Staff Education — Provide medication counseling and support staff training on new therapies and protocols.
Schedule & Work Environment Full-time, on-site role May include participation in on-call rotation Collaborative, patient-centered rural hospital setting Why Join Our Team High-impact role with broad clinical involvement Supportive leadership and strong interdisciplinary culture Opportunity to shape pharmacy practice in a rural hospital Competitive compensation and benefits package
Requirements
Qualifications
PharmD from an accredited program Active Missouri Pharmacist license Hospital pharmacy experience preferred; CAH experience highly valued BLS required; advanced certifications (e.g., BCPS) preferred Strong communication, clinical judgment, and teamwork skills
