Mercy Hospital is seeking a dedicated Clinical Pharmacist to join our team. This role plays a vital part in delivering safe, effective medication therapy and serving as a trusted clinical resource for patients and the healthcare team.
Position OverviewThe Clinical Pharmacist collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes through evidence-based medication management. This role ensures safe medication use, provides drug information, and supports Mercy’s mission, values, and Service Standards.
QualificationsEducation
Bachelor of Science (BS) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited school of pharmacy
Licensure
Current pharmacist license in the state of practice
Review patient records to assess appropriateness of medication therapy
Evaluate patient conditions to ensure all health issues are properly treated
Develop and implement safe, effective medication plans
Monitor drug therapy and intervene when appropriate
Assess outcomes and adjust treatments as needed
Provide counseling to patients on proper medication use
Collaborate with physicians and nurses on medication selection, dosing, and therapy plans
Identify and prevent adverse drug events, interactions, and contraindications
Evaluate medication orders for clinical accuracy and operational considerations
Ensure compliance with formulary guidelines and care pathways
Maintain accurate documentation of patient care activities
Participate in medication use evaluations (MUE) and adverse drug reaction reporting
Perform required inspections, expiration checks, and floor stock reviews
Serve as a drug information resource for medical, nursing, and pharmacy staff
Precept pharmacy students and contribute to staff education initiatives
Present in-services and educational programs
Support competency development within the department
Participate in committees and departmental initiatives
Adhere to safety, confidentiality, and regulatory standards
Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement activities
Maintain current knowledge of policies, procedures, and clinical best practices
Complete required safety training and continuing education
Utilize pharmacy systems for order verification and clinical documentation (e.g., Epic)
Use drug information resources (e.g., Micromedex)
Operate pharmacy automation systems (Omnicell, McKesson, ScriptPro, etc.)
Demonstrate Mercy’s Signature Service communication and customer service standards
Maintain strong working relationships with interdisciplinary teams
Communicate effectively across shifts
Uphold professional appearance and conduct
Work efficiently under time-sensitive conditions
$6,000 Sign-On Bonus
Mission-driven, patient-centered care environment
Collaborative and supportive clinical team
Opportunities for professional growth and specialization
Commitment to excellence in patient care and employee development
Be part of a team that’s committed to healing through compassionate care and clinical excellence. Apply today to join Mercy Hospital as a Clinical Pharmacist!
Why Mercy?From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.
Skills Required
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
- Current pharmacist license in the state of practice
- Experience using Epic electronic health record for order verification and clinical documentation
- Familiarity with Micromedex or equivalent drug information resources
- Experience operating pharmacy automation systems (Omnicell, McKesson, ScriptPro, or similar)
- Ability and willingness to work weekend shifts (weekends only role)
- Completion of required safety training and ongoing continuing education
Mercy Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Mercy and has not been reviewed or approved by Mercy.
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Healthcare Strength — Day‑one medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage is available for many benefit‑eligible roles, alongside options like disability, FSAs, EAP, wellness, and other add‑ons. Coverage breadth and immediate eligibility are highlighted across role postings and benefits guides.
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Retirement Support — Automatic enrollment in the MyRetirement 401(k) includes a per‑paycheck employer match and an additional annual service contribution for eligible co‑workers. This layered design provides ongoing support for long‑term savings.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — A combined PTO bank (holidays, vacation, short‑term illness) plus an Extended Sick Bank and Paid Parental Leave are standard components. Accruals start quickly and can increase with tenure, with some locations also offering Volunteer Time Off.
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Mercy, named one of the top five large U.S. health systems for four consecutive years by IBM Watson Health, serves millions annually. Mercy is one of the nation’s most highly integrated, multi-state health care systems, including more than 40 acute care, managed and specialty (heart, children’s, orthopedic and rehab) hospitals, convenient and urgent care locations, imaging centers and pharmacies. Mercy has 900 physician practices and outpatient facilities, 2,400 Mercy Clinic physicians and more than 40,000 co-workers serving patients and families across Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma. Mercy also has clinics, outpatient services and outreach ministries in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. Mercy’s Virtual Care Center is the world’s first such facility dedicated to care outside its own walls, monitoring patients 24/7/365 across the country, using high-speed data and video connections and medically intervening when and where patients need it with a comprehensive team approach. Mercy was among the first health care organizations in the U.S. to have an integrated electronic health record (EHR) connecting all points of care. Mercy Technology Services’ broad use of its EHR has been recognized at one of the highest possible levels by Epic.
