Pharmacist

UPMC; Cumberland (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Western Maryland in Cumberland, MD is seeking a full-time Pharmacist to provide safe and effective medication care for inpatients. The role includes rotating weekends and holidays to ensure 24/7 inpatient pharmacy coverage.

A new career ladder is available, with the minimum hiring rate noted at $51.03 per hour. The Pharmacist will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and pharmacy staff to optimize therapy and maintain regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Communicate with physicians and nurses to clarify orders.
• Provide drug information and educational programs to staff.
• Utilize hospital computer systems in pharmaceutical care.
• Fill prescription orders in compliance with regulations.
• Prepare and dispense intravenous admixture solutions using aseptic technique.
• Interpret orders to dispense appropriate medication dosages.
• Identify and report suspected adverse drug reactions promptly.
• Sustain the formulary by promoting rational drug therapy.
• Review patient medication records for allergies and interactions.
• Organize daily operations and supervise technicians and interns.
• Adhere to regulatory requirements, standards and quality policies.

Job description

UPMC Western Maryland is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable full-time Pharmacist to join our team. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional pharmaceutical care, ensuring the safe and effective use of medications for our patients.

This position will work variable shifts including rotating weekends and holidays to ensure 24/7 coverage of the inpatient pharmacy.

UPMC has a robust new career ladder for Pharmacists! Pharmacists will be placed in the appropriate title based on experience by the recruitment team and Pharmacy management. The minimum hiring rate for a Pharmacist is $51.03.

Key Responsibilities

• Communicate with physicians and nurses to clarify unclear, illegible, or incomplete orders.
• Provide drug information and educational programs to healthcare professionals and pharmacy students.
• Utilize computer systems and technologies in the provision of pharmaceutical care.
• Fill prescription orders in accordance with State and Federal regulations.
• Prepare and dispense intravenous admixture solutions using aseptic technique.
• Interpret and evaluate physician orders and prescriptions to dispense appropriate medication dosages.
• Identify and report suspected adverse drug reactions promptly.
• Sustain the formulary by minimizing non-formulary procurements and promoting rational drug therapy selection.
• Review and maintain patient medication records for allergies, drug interactions, and therapeutic duplications.
• Organize daily operational duties and supervise pharmacy technicians, aides, and student interns.
• Adhere to all regulatory requirements, professional standards, and hospital quality management policies.