Inpatient Pharmacist
Listed compensation
$54-$77.5/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Employment Type: Full time
Shift: Rotating Shift
Description
Position Purpose
Ensures the safe and effective use of pharmaceuticals through their proper storage, handling, evaluation, preparation, compounding, labeling, dispensing, and administration, in conjunction with state and federal regulations and departmental policies. Maintains proper records. Follows department guidelines with regard to clinical interventions and provides drug information as required and /or requested.
What You Will Do
Prepare, dispense, and supervise the preparation of all medications and IVs for patient use in the hospital
Advise other health care professionals on drug interactions, incompatibilities, side effects, and proper administration of medications
Supervise non-pharmacist personnel by assigning duties, checking all orders, maintaining efficient workflow, and checking IVs and other medications prepared by technicians
Assess need for non-formulary items ordered according to department policy, and initiates contact with prescribing physician for substitute.
Verify physicians’ orders for proper dose, regimen, allergies, potential drug-drug interactions/incompatibilities, adverse drug reactions and monitor lab data on all patients before dispensing medication
Verify all narcotic orders are received, maintain perpetual inventory log, perform weekly C-II inventory and monthly controlled drug inventory and ensure all forms are completed and filed appropriately
Minimum Qualifications
- BS Pharmacy degree, Pharm D preferred
- CT Pharmacist license
- Hospital experience preferred
- Position Highlights and Benefits
- Full time 40hr salaried, mostly days with shift rotation
- We do pay shift and weekend differentials
Compensation and Benefits
At Trinity Health Of New England, we understand that the success of our organization is directly related to our hardworking, compassionate, and dedicated colleagues who contribute their time and skills to help transform healthcare. That's why we've compiled a competitive, comprehensive compensation and benefits package that offers our colleagues protection and peace of mind, both at home and at work.
Pay Range: $54.00-77.50 per hour
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug and Vision Coverage
- Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
- Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
- Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
- Well-being Initiative
- Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health
Ministry/Facility Information
Saint Francis Hospital is committed to exceeding the expectations of our patients and families by providing world-class service in a progressive, people-centered, compassionate health care environment. We are licensed for 617 beds and 65 bassinets, are a major teaching hospital and the largest Catholic hospital in New England.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Key Responsibilities
The Inpatient Pharmacist ensures the safe and effective use of pharmaceuticals through proper preparation, compounding, and dispensing of medications. They also supervise pharmacy technicians and provide clinical drug information to healthcare professionals.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a BS in Pharmacy or a PharmD degree and possess a valid Connecticut Pharmacist license. Previous hospital pharmacy experience is preferred for this role.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Pharmacist Career Context
Of the 40 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 23% are remote, 50% have no call, 55% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Connecticut is 103.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$137k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $132k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Connecticut clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $112k–$161k | Pharmacy median $148k (middle half $141k–$156k)233 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$132k in purchasing power | Connecticut index 103.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pharmacy listings in Connecticut | 144 active | 10,319 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 23% remote · 50% no call · 55% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Connecticut Pharmacist listings: 40% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 35% offer loan repayment150 active listings, Oct 2026 |
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