University of Mississippi Medical Center
Clinical Pharmacist - NICU
University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, Mississippi, United States, 39200
Job Overview
Job Title: Pharmacist - Pediatric Pharmacy Location: Main Campus, Jackson, MS Organization: Pediatric Pharmacists and Pharmacy Residents Job Category: Allied Health Job Function: Health Care Provider Industry: Hospitals and Health Care Job Summary
To fill prescriptions, dispense medicines, and provide information to patients and other health practitioners regarding the nature and use of medications. To advise physicians and other health practitioners on the selection, dosage, interactions, and side effects of medications. Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree or PharmD from an accredited School of Pharmacy; experience cannot be substituted for educational requirement. Completion of a pre-employment drug screen required. Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required
Licensed as a pharmacist in Mississippi or eligible for licensure. Must be licensed prior to hire date. Possession of a controlled substance license or eligible for licensure. Must be licensed prior to hire date. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of drugs and their indications, contraindications, dosing, side effects, and proper administration. Knowledge of policies and procedures pertaining to the disbursement of pharmaceutical drugs. Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications. Verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills to interact with a wide range of constituencies. Responsibilities
Prepares and/or oversees the preparation and dispensing of prescription medications; assesses the identity, strength, and purity of medications. Advises physicians and other health practitioners on drug indications/contraindications, dosage, drug interactions, and side effects; provides other drug and pharmaceutical information as appropriate. Maintains records such as pharmacy files, patient profiles, inventories, and control records; maintains methods and manner of storage and recordkeeping systems to provide for safekeeping of pharmaceuticals. Supervises, trains, monitors, and coordinates the activities of pharmacy technicians. Oversees the acquisition and disbursement of drugs and medications to various locations. Plans, implements, and maintains procedures for mixing, packaging, and labeling pharmaceuticals according to policy and legal requirements to ensure quality, security, and proper disposal. The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time. Physical and Environmental Demands
Requires occasional exposure to environments such as high noise levels and exposure to heat and cold, occasional exposure to biohazardous conditions, risk of radiation exposure, blood borne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals. Occasional travel to offsite locations; frequent and/or occasional activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature. Physical demands include occasional bending, lifting up to 50 pounds, crouching/stooping, kneeling, reaching, and frequent standing or walking. Time Type
Full time FLSA Designation
Job Exempt: No Pay
Hourly FTE
100% Work Shift
Day Benefits Eligibility
Grant Funded: No Job Posting Date: 10/3/2025 Job Closing Date: open until filled if no date specified
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Job Title: Pharmacist - Pediatric Pharmacy Location: Main Campus, Jackson, MS Organization: Pediatric Pharmacists and Pharmacy Residents Job Category: Allied Health Job Function: Health Care Provider Industry: Hospitals and Health Care Job Summary
To fill prescriptions, dispense medicines, and provide information to patients and other health practitioners regarding the nature and use of medications. To advise physicians and other health practitioners on the selection, dosage, interactions, and side effects of medications. Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree or PharmD from an accredited School of Pharmacy; experience cannot be substituted for educational requirement. Completion of a pre-employment drug screen required. Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required
Licensed as a pharmacist in Mississippi or eligible for licensure. Must be licensed prior to hire date. Possession of a controlled substance license or eligible for licensure. Must be licensed prior to hire date. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of drugs and their indications, contraindications, dosing, side effects, and proper administration. Knowledge of policies and procedures pertaining to the disbursement of pharmaceutical drugs. Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications. Verbal and written communication skills. Interpersonal skills to interact with a wide range of constituencies. Responsibilities
Prepares and/or oversees the preparation and dispensing of prescription medications; assesses the identity, strength, and purity of medications. Advises physicians and other health practitioners on drug indications/contraindications, dosage, drug interactions, and side effects; provides other drug and pharmaceutical information as appropriate. Maintains records such as pharmacy files, patient profiles, inventories, and control records; maintains methods and manner of storage and recordkeeping systems to provide for safekeeping of pharmaceuticals. Supervises, trains, monitors, and coordinates the activities of pharmacy technicians. Oversees the acquisition and disbursement of drugs and medications to various locations. Plans, implements, and maintains procedures for mixing, packaging, and labeling pharmaceuticals according to policy and legal requirements to ensure quality, security, and proper disposal. The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time. Physical and Environmental Demands
Requires occasional exposure to environments such as high noise levels and exposure to heat and cold, occasional exposure to biohazardous conditions, risk of radiation exposure, blood borne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals. Occasional travel to offsite locations; frequent and/or occasional activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature. Physical demands include occasional bending, lifting up to 50 pounds, crouching/stooping, kneeling, reaching, and frequent standing or walking. Time Type
Full time FLSA Designation
Job Exempt: No Pay
Hourly FTE
100% Work Shift
Day Benefits Eligibility
Grant Funded: No Job Posting Date: 10/3/2025 Job Closing Date: open until filled if no date specified
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