Clinical Pharmacist - Specialty Pharmacy

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Wellness Programs

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Competitive Pay

Job summary

JobRx, Inc. is seeking a Clinical Pharmacist to join Penn State Health at Hershey Medical Center. This role involves ensuring safe and effective medication therapy for patients, collaborating with healthcare providers, and optimizing drug therapy outcomes.

Ideal candidates should possess a Bachelor's or Doctorate in Pharmacy and have relevant experience in clinical settings. Competitive pay and excellent benefits are offered, including wellness programs, generous paid time off, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Doctorate degree in Pharmacy required.
• Completion of ASHP-Accredited residency or 3 years clinical pharmacy experience.
• Active Pennsylvania Pharmacist license is required.

Responsibilities

• Verify medication dispensing accuracy and evaluate physician orders.
• Monitor patient drug therapy to optimize clinical outcomes.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to address pharmacotherapy needs.
• Educate clinicians, trainees, and patients on medication use.

Skills

Clinical decision-making

Pharmacotherapy management

Interpersonal communication

Collaboration with healthcare teams

Education

Bachelors of Science in Pharmacy or Doctorate in Pharmacy

ASHP-Accredited PGY-1 Pharmacy residency or 3 years relevant experience

Active PA licensure or eligibility as a Pharmacist

Job description

$10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS - eligible to those that qualify

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Hershey

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 1.00

Shift: Varied

Hours: 8-Hour Shifts which can vary in start time after 6AM

Recruiter Contact: Melissa Leota at [e-mail]

Position Summary

The Clinical Pharmacist - Specialty Pharmacy plays a vital role in ensuring safe, effective, and cost-conscious medication therapy for patients at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. This position is responsible for verifying the accuracy of drug dispensing, evaluating physician orders, and actively monitoring patient drug therapy to optimize outcomes. The pharmacist collaborates closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to address pharmacotherapy needs, ensure adherence to medical center drug-use policies, and deliver education to clinicians, trainees, and patients. They also support coordinating with other members of the specialty team to ensure patients have access to medications through manufacturer assistance programs, prescription assistance, and through the use of other Penn State resources.

The Clinical Pharmacist serves as a trusted clinical expert, driving evidence-based decision-making while supporting Penn State Health's vision to be Pennsylvania's most trusted healthcare organization.

Why Join Penn State Health Specialty Pharmacy?

Penn State Health's rapidly expanding pharmacy program offers a unique opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking, independent specialty pharmacy:

• Growing Program - Join a specialty pharmacy established in 2019 with continued expansion and innovation
• State-of-the-Art Facility - Work in a new 7,500 sq. ft. facility co-located with a mail-order pharmacy
• Accredited Excellence - Joint Commission and URAC accredited program demonstrating commitment to quality and patient safety
• Integrated Technology - Upcoming advanced, integrated records management system to support seamless care delivery
• Strong Operational Support
  • Dedicated call center team to manage patient inquiries
  • Robust prior authorization and benefits investigation processes to streamline access to therapy

A Career with Penn State Health

• Practice in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment focused on complex and specialty disease states
• Engage deeply in patient-centered care, including therapy monitoring, adherence support, and clinical interventions
• Contribute to a high-growth program with opportunities to shape workflows and clinical services
• Benefit from strong infrastructure and operational support, enabling greater focus on clinical excellence
• Be part of an organization committed to innovation, quality, and professional development

This role is ideal for pharmacists passionate about specialty therapeutics, clinical impact, and advancing pharmacy practice within a dynamic academic health system.

Minimum Qualification(s)

• Bachelors of Science degree in Pharmacy or Doctorate Degree in Pharmacy required.
• ASHP-Accredited PGY-1 Pharmacy residency or three (3) years of relevant clinical pharmacy experience required.
• Active and valid PA licensure or eligibility as a Pharmacist required.

Benefits

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

About Penn State Hershey Medical Center

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania's only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE'LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence - that's Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That's all you.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health's policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

Union: Non Bargained

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