Clinical Staff Pharmacist, First Shift, Medication Access Services

UC Health; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health system as a Clinical Staff Pharmacist in a hybrid role. You will be part of a dedicated team ensuring patients receive the best medication therapies while collaborating with healthcare professionals. This role offers a supportive environment that values ongoing development and patient-centered care. With a competitive salary and generous sign-on bonus, this is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in an esteemed academic health system. Be part of a culture that promotes inclusivity and excellence in patient care. Apply today to make a difference!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Community Discounts

Employee Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability

Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Ohio; ACLS preferred.
• Minimum six months hospital pharmacy internship or experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares medication orders per physician requests following policies.
• Performs prior authorizations and maintains accurate records.
• Ensures safe, appropriate, and cost-effective therapies.

Skills

Independently work

Handle interruptions

Prioritize tasks

Make critical decisions

Effective communication

Education

B.S. in Pharmacy

PharmD

Job description

Location: UC Health Business Center, Hybrid
Department: Medication Access Services, Pharmacy
Hours: Full-time, 40 Hours/Weekly
Shift: First Shift, Monday-Friday

UC Health is hiring a full-time Clinical Staff Pharmacist for the Medication Access Services department in Pharmacy Administration. We are offering a $20,000 sign-on bonus!

Under the supervision of the Manager of Medication Access Services, the Clinical Staff Pharmacist fills medication orders, monitors patient therapies, provides drug information, and supervises support staff. In the absence of the pharmacy manager, the pharmacist may assume managerial responsibilities. The pharmacist collaborates with healthcare teams to deliver safe, cost-effective, evidence-based medication therapy, ensuring patient-centered outcomes.

The Medication Access Services team helps patients access prescribed medications, including managing prior authorizations, across UC Health. Pharmacists work within this department and with other healthcare teams to optimize medication regimens and facilitate patient care.

About University of Cincinnati Medical Center

Part of UC Health’s Clifton Campus, the Medical Center has served Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for nearly 200 years. It offers advanced medical care with a team of renowned clinicians, providing specialized services not available elsewhere in the region.

Unit Details:

• Learning environment encourages ongoing development.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employee Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
• 401K
• Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
• Community Discounts

Qualifications

Education: B.S. in pharmacy from an accredited college required; PharmD preferred.

License and Certification: Licensed or eligible for licensure in Ohio; ACLS preferred.

Experience: Minimum six months hospital pharmacy internship or experience; PGY1 residency preferred.

Skills and Knowledge: Ability to work independently, handle interruptions, prioritize, make critical decisions, communicate effectively, and meet patient care needs.

Join our team to BE UC Health. Be Extraordinary. Be Supported. Be Hope. Apply Today!

Starting salary range: $56.81/hr. - $70.23/hr., dependent on experience and skills.

About UC Health

UC Health is an academic health system partnering with the University of Cincinnati, offering advanced clinical, research, and teaching services. It includes multiple hospitals and institutes recognized for quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.

We are committed to an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplace.

Responsibilities

• Prepares medication orders per physician requests following policies and protocols.
• Performs prior authorizations.
• Interprets medication orders, transcribes to profiles, and maintains accurate records.
• Prepares and dispenses medications safely, including sterile and chemotherapy preparations.
• Issues controlled substances per legal requirements.
• Ensures safe, appropriate, and cost-effective therapies.
• Contributes to department quality and operation.
• Maintains competence and meets performance standards.
• Assists with pharmacokinetics and drug dosing services.