Clinical Pharmacist Specialist - Hospital Pharmacy (Evenings)

Time-Now Engenharia S/A; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a hospital pharmacist to interpret physician orders, monitor drug interactions and allergies, prepare and dispense medications, and supervise technicians in a fast-paced setting.

The role emphasizes clinical activity, medication therapy communication with physicians, and maintaining compliance with department procedures. Evening shifts and ongoing education are part of the responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Required: B.S. Pharmacy or Pham.D. (5 or 6 years depending on state where graduated).
• Required Licensure & Registration: Registered in Pennsylvania or completion of Boards with pending licensure may be accepted.
• State mandated C.E. (30 hrs/2 yrs)

Responsibilities

• Dispenses and supervises the filling of prescriptions.
• Assures the accurate profiling, preparation and dispensing of new medication orders for inpatients.
• Exercises practical judgment in decision making and knows own limitations - seeks assistance as needed, exercises independent judgment especially in emergency situations.
• Prepares and supervises the preparation of parenteral admixtures, parenteral nutrition solutions, anti-neoplastic medication, and other sterile products when requested.
• Directs pharmacy technicians, interns and volunteers who assist with medications, controlled substances and parenteral solution preparations and ensures the accuracy of their work in accordance with established departmental procedures, professional standards, and Federal or State Regulations.
• Confers with individuals concerning questions or problems.
• Establishes and maintains a good rapport and cooperative working relationship with co-workers.
• Serves as a resource for drug information. Gives in-service programs regarding medications.
• Performs appropriate clinical activities as established by the department.
• Participates in departmental meetings and on committees.
• Completes and maintains IV/Admixtures Lab and departmental competencies.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Medication safety

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient counseling

Education

BS Pharmacy or PharmD

Tools

Parenteral preparation equipment

Job description

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a hospital pharmacist to interpret physician orders, monitor drug interactions and allergies, prepare and dispense medications, and supervise technicians in a fast-paced setting.

The role emphasizes clinical activity, medication therapy communication with physicians, and maintaining compliance with department procedures. Evening shifts and ongoing education are part of the responsibilities.