Pharmacist (Per-Diem)

LARKIN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

Pharmacist

Department: Pharmacy • Status: Per-Diem • Location: South Miami, FL • FLSA: Non-Exempt

About the Role

Larkin Community Hospital serves one of South Florida's most diverse and medically underserved communities. As a Pharmacist on our team, you will be at the center of direct patient care - working closely with physicians, nurses, and clinical staff to ensure safe, effective medication therapy across inpatient and outpatient settings.

This is a hands-on clinical role in an acute care hospital environment. You will manage complex medication regimens, support high-acuity units, contribute to formulary stewardship, and help lead a pharmacy technician team. Your expertise will directly impact patient outcomes for a population that depends on our hospital as a primary healthcare resource.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an ACPE-accredited institution
• Active, unrestricted Florida pharmacist license in good standing (or eligibility to obtain prior to start date)
• Strong foundation in pharmacology, drug interactions, and pharmaceutical calculations
• Demonstrated ability to counsel patients clearly and collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary care teams
• Working knowledge of federal and Florida state pharmacy regulations, including DEA and Board of Pharmacy requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in an acute care, inpatient, or health-system pharmacy setting
• Experience with IV admixture, sterile compounding, or clinical pharmacy services (e.g., anticoagulation, renal dosing)
• Proficiency with pharmacy information systems (e.g., Meditech, Cerner, or similar EHR/PIS platforms)
• Board certification (e.g., BCPS, BCACP) or completion of a PGY-1/PGY-2 residency program
• Certification in immunization delivery (APhA or equivalent)
• Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Haitian Creole) strongly preferred given our patient population
• Training or certification in Medication Therapy Management (MTM)

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Patient Care

• Verify, process, and dispense prescription medications accurately in accordance with legal, ethical, and hospital standards
• Provide clinical review of medication orders for appropriateness, dosing, interactions, and contraindications
• Counsel patients on medication use, expected effects, potential side effects, adherence strategies, and proper storage
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and clinical pharmacists to optimize individualized medication therapy plans
• Participate in clinical rounds or pharmacy consult services as assigned

Operations & Compliance

• Manage pharmacy inventory including procurement, stocking, controlled substance reconciliation, and expiration date monitoring
• Maintain full compliance with federal, state, and hospital pharmacy regulations and accreditation standards (TJC, CMS)
• Document all pharmacy activities, patient counseling notes, and clinical interventions accurately in the EHR
• Contribute to drug utilization reviews, adverse drug event reporting, and pharmacy quality improvement initiatives

Leadership & Education

• Supervise, train, and mentor pharmacy technicians and support staff to ensure quality service and regulatory compliance
• Support onboarding and competency assessment of new pharmacy team members
• Participate in community health promotion events and patient education initiatives aligned with Larkin's mission
• Assist with the precepting of pharmacy students or residents as applicable

Work Environment & Schedule

• Acute care hospital setting with potential rotation across inpatient areas
• Scheduled shifts may include evenings, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis
• On-call responsibilities may be required based on departmental needs
• Fast-paced environment requiring the ability to prioritize multiple competing demands