Pharmacist

UPMC; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Jameson is hiring a full-time Pharmacist to work rotating day, afternoon and evening shifts with no on-call. The role includes every 4th weekend and rotating holiday responsibilities, with travel to support UPMC Horizon- Shenango Valley and UPMC Greenville as needed.

Ideal candidate must be totally flexible regarding work location and availability. Hospital pharmacy experience is highly preferred; chemotherapy experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Graduate of ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy.
• BS in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD).
• Current licensure as a Pharmacist in practicing state.
• Entry Level - no previous experience required; pharmacist experience preferred.
• Experience with chemotherapy is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and evaluate physician orders and prescriptions to prepare, calculate, and dispense medications for inpatient and outpatient care.
• Communicate with physicians and nurses to clarify orders and provide drug information; utilize computer systems for pharmaceutical care.
• Prepare and dispense intravenous admixture solutions using aseptic technique in an approved sterile area.
• Organize daily operational duties and assist in supervision of pharmacy technicians and other staff while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Drug information

Education

ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy

BS in Pharmacy or PharmD

Job description

Whether you're looking for a collaborative team setting, a career path that can lead to leadership, excellent work-life balance, or experience with an industry leader - our Pharmacist opportunity offers many ways for you to get involved!

UPMC Jameson is currently hiring a Full-Time Pharmacist to work rotating shifts - day, afternoon and evening, with no on-call. This position will also have every 4th weekend and rotating holiday responsibility. Travel to support UPMC Horizon- Shenango Valley and UPMC Greenville as needed.

Ideal candidate must have total flexibility, in regard to both work location assignment and availability.

Candidates with prior hospital pharmacy experience are highly preferred! Experience with chemotherapy is a plus!

Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and evaluate physician orders and prescriptions to prepare, calculate, and dispense appropriate medication dosage forms for inpatient and outpatient treatment in accordance with the Pennsylvania Pharmacy Practice Act, Federal Drug Laws, and other regulatory organizations. Identify and report suspected adverse drug reactions accurately and in a timely manner. Sustain the formulary by minimizing non-formulary procurements, utilizing therapeutic interchange protocols, and promoting rational drug therapy selection. Review, maintain, and screen patient medication records and profiles for allergies, drug interactions and therapeutic duplications while entering orders and/or verifying medications.? Organize daily operational duties and assist in the supervision of pharmacy technicians, pharmacy aides, student interns and other ancillary personnel involved in providing pharmaceutical care. Adhere to all regulatory requirements, professional standards of practice, and hospital quality management policies and procedures in providing pharmaceutical care.

• Communicate with physicians and nurses to ensure prompt clarification of orders that are unclear, illegible, or incomplete. Provide drug information and/or educational programs to healthcare professionals and pharmacy students. Utilize all available computer systems and technologies in the provision of pharmaceutical care. Fill prescription orders in accordance with State and Federal regulations, utilizing technological resources and equipment. Prepare and dispense intravenous admixture solutions, as required, using aseptic technique in an accepted sterile product preparation area.

• Graduate of an ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy.

• B.S in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree.

• Required: Current licensure as a Pharmacist in practicing state.

• Entry Level -no previous experience required; pharmacist experience preferred.Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Pharmacist

• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran