Acute Clinical Staff Pharmacist
Company: Banner Health
Location: Mesa
Posted on: November 27, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description Primary City/State: Mesa, Arizona Department
Name: Banner Staffing Services-AZ Work Shift: Day Job Category:
Pharmacy Pharmacy careers are better at Banner Health. We are
committed to developing the careers of our team members. We care
about you, your career today and your future. If you’re looking to
leverage your abilities – apply today. Arizona Department of Health
Services has awarded Banner Health with the Healthy Arizona
Worksite Platinum Award. This award recognizes businesses that are
making efforts to positively affect the health and well-being of
their employees, their families, and their community through
evidence-based worksite health initiatives and programs. Our Acute
Clinical Staff Pharmacists are responsible for order verification,
consultation with ancillary staff regarding medications, monitoring
for allergies and duplicate therapies, consulting and monitoring
for Vancomycin dosing, as well as clarifying orders with providers
when necessary/appropriate, and more. This role is located at
Banner Behavioral Health Hospital 7575 E Earll Dr Scottsdale, AZ
85251 , and the schedule i Monday -Friday 9:00AM - 3:30PM Banner
Staffing Services (BSS) offers Registry/Per Diem opportunities
within Banner Health. Registry/Per Diem positions are utilized as
needed within our facilities. These positions are great way to
start your career with Banner Health. As a BSS team member, you are
eligible to apply (at any time) as an internal applicant to any
regular opportunities within Banner Health. As a valued and
respected Banner Health team member, you will enjoy: Competitive
wages Paid orientation Flexible Schedules (select positions) Fewer
Shifts Cancelled Weekly pay 403(b) Pre-tax retirement Employee
Assistance Program Employee wellness program Discount Entertainment
tickets Restaurant/Shopping discounts Auto Purchase Plan
Registry/Per Diem positions do not have guaranteed hours and no
medical benefits package is offered. Completion of post-offer
Occupational Health physical assessment, drug screen and background
check (includes; employment, criminal and education) is required.
POSITION SUMMARY This position is responsible for the delivery of
pharmaceutical care to patients using the medication use process. A
Clinical Staff Pharmacist is accountable for documentation of all
components of pharmaceutical care they deliver to patients.
Oversees the activities of pharmacy technicians and interns,
coordinating workflow and approving medications prior to being
dispensed. Must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to
provide care appropriate to the age of the patients being served.
Must assess data reflective of the patient’s status, interpret the
appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s
requirements and provide pharmaceutical care based on those needs.
Adheres to local, state, and federal laws regarding the profession
of pharmacy practice. CORE FUNCTIONS 1. Processes medication orders
and evaluates their appropriateness and completeness with respect
to patient data including age, height, weight, diagnosis,
laboratory values, and other pertinent patient information. 2.
Utilizes clinical pharmacy skills to assess patient medication
regimens and formulates recommendations to ensure optimal safety,
efficacy, and cost-effectiveness for all prescribed medication
therapies. Contacts the prescriber with suggestions for improvement
and resolves problems with medication orders as needed. Serves as a
resource for patients and the health care team. Provides requested
medication information in a timely manner. 3. Complies with
directives of the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee/Clinical
Consensus Group. Documents activities related to patient care in
the electronic medical record and other electronic databases as
applicable (e.g. pharmacist to pharmacist/provider communication,
adverse drug event reporting, and clinical interventions). 4.
Drives their professional development through the utilization of
BPS educational resources to achieve competence in the current and
future BH acute pharmacy core clinical practices and activities.
Additionally, assist with training and onboarding of new staff as
applicable. 5. Prepares and dispenses medications, including
sterile or non-sterile compounded medications, in an accurate and
timely manner in compliance with company policies and procedures
and established regulatory requirements. Coordinates medication
preparation and distribution and ensures accuracy prior to
dispensing medications. 6. Oversees the day-to-day operations of
the pharmacy, which may include management of technology, inventory
management, and accurate record keeping. Supervises and directs the
work of pharmacy technicians, interns, and students. MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS Requires unrestricted Pharmacist licensure in the
state of practice and a degree in Pharmacy from an accredited
College of Pharmacy. If not licensed in the state of practice, must
have completed the Board of Pharmacy application process within 30
days of job offer. Must be licensed within 90 days of hire unless
the delay is due to the State Board of Pharmacy. Banner Registry
and Travel positions require a current and unrestricted Pharmacist
license (not intern) at the time of hire and a minimum of one year
experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must
include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months
as a pharmacist in the specialty area. Must possess good
organizational, problem solving, and computer skills. Must possess
good written and verbal communication skills for interfacing with
all levels of staff, physicians, patients and other contacts. Must
be able to use reference tools to evaluate patient care and answer
questions posed by customers. Must have knowledge of computer
software, particularly medication management information system
software, Microsoft applications and Automated dispensing system.
May be required to possess a valid driver’s license and be eligible
for coverage under the company’s auto insurance policy. Employees
working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital must possess an
Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain
the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working at
Banner MD Anderson on the Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
campus must possess a State of Arizona Department of Public Safety
Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and
maintain the card for the duration of their employment. This is a
requirement of the Whole Family Counseling Program held at this
specific facility. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Completion of an
accredited pharmacy residency program or previous clinical pharmacy
experience preferred. Previous hospital experience preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred. EEO
Statement: EEO/Disabled/Veterans Our organization supports a
drug-free work environment. Privacy Policy: Privacy Policy
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