About this role
Find your calling at Mercy!
Works with members of the health care team to provide safe and effective drug therapy. Serves as a drug information resource to pharmacy, nursing, and medical staffs as well as to patients. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.
Position Details:
Clinical Pharmacist – Hospital
Location: Mercy Hospital Jefferson
Hours: 40 hrs
Make a meaningful impact every day. Join Mercy’s mission to deliver exceptional, compassionate care.
We’re seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to join our team at Mercy Hospital St. Louis. In this role, you’ll collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure safe, effective, and patient ‑ centered medication therapy. You’ll serve as a trusted resource for drug information, contribute to clinical initiatives, support education efforts, and play a vital role in delivering high ‑ quality pharmaceutical care.
At Mercy, you’ll work in an environment that reflects our Mission and Values and promotes professional growth, teamwork, and excellence.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical & Professional Practice
- Review patient records to ensure appropriate medication therapy.
- Assess patient conditions to ensure treatment plans address all clinical needs.
- Develop medication plans that minimize risk and optimize outcomes.
- Consult with prescribers, nurses, and patients regarding medications, dosing, and therapy recommendations.
- Provide guidance on proper drug administration and assess treatment outcomes.
- Serve as a clinical resource for care teams and maintain subspecialty expertise as appropriate.
- Participate in patient assessment and Medication Therapy Services, including recommending appropriate dosing, scheduling, routes, and monitoring for contraindications and interactions.
Collaboration & Education
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals across the care continuum to support optimal patient care.
- Precept and mentor pharmacy students and residents as needed.
- Present in ‑ services and educational sessions for medical center and clinic staff.
- Serve on committees and contribute to departmental initiatives such as MUEs, policy reviews, and quality improvement projects.
Operational & Safety Responsibilities
- Evaluate medication orders for accuracy and appropriateness.
- Participate in investigational protocols and documentation as needed.
- Support quality assurance efforts by documenting issues and recommending solutions.
- Complete required expiration checks, inspections, and floor ‑ stock reviews.
- Maintain compliance with regulatory, licensing, and accreditation standards.
- Follow confidentiality and safety policies consistently.
Technology & Systems
- Use pharmacy information systems (e.g., Epic) for order verification and clinical documentation.
- Utilize drug information software such as Micromedex.
- Work with pharmacy automation systems (e.g., Omnicell, McKesson Automation, ScriptPro, Baxa) as required.
Professionalism & Service
- Demonstrate Mercy Signature Service standards in all interactions.
- Maintain positive relationships with healthcare staff and contribute to an environment of respect and collaboration.
- Meet dress code, PPE, hygiene, and professional conduct standards.
- Manage time effectively to meet required deadlines.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BS) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited school of pharmacy (required).
Licensure
- Current pharmacist license in the applicable state of practice (required).
Preferred Experience
- Two or more years of clinical pharmacy experience.
- Completion of a PGY ‑ 1 Pharmacy Residency (preferred).
Join a team where your expertise matters and your compassion makes a difference. Apply today to help advance patient care at Mercy Hospital St. Louis.
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.