Hospice Pharmacist

Job Summary

Provides effective, efficient and accurate pharmaceutical care to patients to ensure positive drug therapy outcomes.  Work is performed in accordance with protocols, internal guidelines/standards and regulatory requirements.  

An incumbent coordinates and supervises the compounding and dispensing of drugs according to medication orders  issued by authorized medical care providers and is responsible for the timely processing of medication orders and the distribution of medications and IV admixtures to patients in a safe and timely manner.

Incumbents are also accountable for keeping professional skills current; developing and maintaining professional contacts with appropriate community resources; participating in continuous performance improvement, assisting in the orientation of new staff and supervision of student and volunteers and consistently making efforts to achieve extraordinary results.

Essential Duties:

• Applies the principles of pharmaceutical care to ensure optimum medication-related patient outcomes.  
• Coordinates the distribution of medications to patients in their area(s) of responsibility.  
• Provides education for patients, pharmacy staff, residents, externs, interns, students, technician students, and other healthcare workers at FHS in a positive, constructive and motivating manner.
• Participates, proactively, in medication safety and quality improvement initiatives. 

Education/Experience:

• BS in Pharmacy or Pharm D from an accredited school of pharmacy including didactic courses and experiential rotations in pharmaceutical care that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities. 
• One year of work experience in a hospital pharmacy within the past two years is preferred.  
• Attainment of a Doctor of Pharmacy degree is preferred.
• Completion of a post-graduate pharmacy residency is preferred.

License/Certification:

• Licensure as a registered pharmacist by the Washington State Board of Pharmacy.  
• Membership in at least one of the following professional organizations is preferred: ASHP, ASCP, WSPA, APHA, or ACCP.
• Washington State Preceptor Certification within 6 months of hire if eligible or within 6 months after becoming eligible.
• If classified as a Pharmacist-Certified:  Current Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) certification is required.

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.