Chief Pharmacist (1st Shift) - Norristown State Hospital

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Sur place; USD 110 000 - 140 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Chief Pharmacist at Norristown State Hospital, part of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, leads all pharmacy operations to support safe patient care and compliance with hospital policies.

You will manage staff, systems, and regulatory activities; drive quality improvements, oversee controlled substances, and coordinate training for pharmacy and hospital personnel. The role follows a daytime schedule, with overtime as needed, and offers state benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Two years of hospital pharmacy experience.
• Licensed pharmacist as issued by the PA State Board of Pharmacy.
• Must meet PA residency requirements.
• Able to perform essential job functions.
• Medical examination may be required.
• Criminal history checks including PA State Police and FBI clearance.

Responsabilités

• Pharmacy oversight: plan and supervise services in alignment with hospital policies.
• System management: maintain pharmacy computer systems and electronic records.
• Fiscal audits: handle financial reviews, cost accounting, and procurement.
• Performance review: develop criteria-based programs to monitor service quality.
• Training leadership: coordinate educational programs for pharmacy and hospital personnel.
• Regulatory compliance: oversee controlled substances under all regulations.

Connaissances

Hospital pharmacy experience

Pharmacist leadership

Formation

Pharmacist license

Description du poste

The Chief Pharmacist position at Norristown State Hospital provides a dynamic setting where your leadership shapes essential hospital services. You will oversee vital pharmacy functions that help ensure patients receive the best possible care. This role allows you to drive improvements, support staff growth, and maintain high standards. It is an exciting chance to advance both your career and the agency mission.

This role leads and coordinates all pharmacy operations that support patient care across the hospital. You will manage systems, staff, and compliance activities that ensure safe and efficient pharmaceutical services. As a Chief Pharmacist, you will perform the following duties:

• Pharmacy Oversight: Plan and supervise pharmacy services in alignment with hospital policies
• System Management: Maintain and update pharmacy computer systems and electronic records
• Fiscal Audits: Handle financial reviews, cost accounting, and pharmaceutical procurement
• Performance Review: Develop and maintain criteria-based programs that monitor service quality
• Training Leadership: Coordinate educational programs for pharmacy and hospital personnel
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure proper oversight of controlled substances under all regulations

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
• Overtime as needed
• Telework:You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirement

• Two years of experience as a pharmacist in a hospital pharmacy.

Special Requirement

• This position requires possession of a license to practice pharmacy as issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Pharmacy.

Other Requirements

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

Veterans

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.