LARKIN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
Pharmacist
Department: Pharmacy • Status: Full-Time • Location: South Miami, FL • FLSA: Exempt
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.
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Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an ACPE-accredited institution
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Active, unrestricted Florida pharmacist license in good standing (or eligibility to obtain prior to start date)
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Strong foundation in pharmacology, drug interactions, and pharmaceutical calculations
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Demonstrated ability to counsel patients clearly and collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary care teams
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Working knowledge of federal and Florida state pharmacy regulations, including DEA and Board of Pharmacy requirements
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1+ years of experience in an acute care, inpatient, or health-system pharmacy setting
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Experience with IV admixture, sterile compounding, or clinical pharmacy services (e.g., anticoagulation, renal dosing)
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Proficiency with pharmacy information systems (e.g., Meditech, Cerner, or similar EHR/PIS platforms)
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Board certification (e.g., BCPS, BCACP) or completion of a PGY-1/PGY-2 residency program
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Certification in immunization delivery (APhA or equivalent)
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Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Haitian Creole) strongly preferred given our patient population
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Training or certification in Medication Therapy Management (MTM)
Clinical & Patient Care
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Verify, process, and dispense prescription medications accurately in accordance with legal, ethical, and hospital standards
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Provide clinical review of medication orders for appropriateness, dosing, interactions, and contraindications
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Counsel patients on medication use, expected effects, potential side effects, adherence strategies, and proper storage
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Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and clinical pharmacists to optimize individualized medication therapy plans
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Participate in clinical rounds or pharmacy consult services as assigned
Operations & Compliance
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Manage pharmacy inventory including procurement, stocking, controlled substance reconciliation, and expiration date monitoring
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Maintain full compliance with federal, state, and hospital pharmacy regulations and accreditation standards (TJC, CMS)
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Document all pharmacy activities, patient counseling notes, and clinical interventions accurately in the EHR
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Contribute to drug utilization reviews, adverse drug event reporting, and pharmacy quality improvement initiatives
Leadership & Education
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Supervise, train, and mentor pharmacy technicians and support staff to ensure quality service and regulatory compliance
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Support onboarding and competency assessment of new pharmacy team members
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Participate in community health promotion events and patient education initiatives aligned with Larkin’s mission
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Assist with the precepting of pharmacy students or residents as applicable
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Acute care hospital setting with potential rotation across inpatient areas
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Scheduled shifts may include evenings, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis
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On-call responsibilities may be required based on departmental needs
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Fast-paced environment requiring the ability to prioritize multiple competing demands
