PHARMACIST

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 121,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s is recruiting pharmacists to join inpatient, central, operating room and critical care teams. Each pharmacist will ensure safe, timely medication use and support pediatric patients across settings.

We offer comprehensive training, a collaborative team environment, and opportunities for professional growth in a leading pediatric hospital system.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy OR PharmD Degree.
• Pharmacist License in the state of Ohio.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate medication orders based on patient weight, allergy history and compatibilities.
• Prepare IV preparations and train staff in unit dose and IV areas.
• Process Chemotherapy orders with two Pharmacists and ensure safety precautions.
• Serve as a resource for drug information and clinical decision-making.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy OR PharmD Degree

Pharmacist License in the state of Ohio

Job description

Primary Location Location G Department Pharmacy Shift Rotating (United States of America) Schedule Full time Weekly Hours 40 FTE 1 Employee Status Regular PHARMACIST Location: Burnet Campus, 3333 Burnet Ave., Cincinnati OH 45229 Status/Shift: Full-time, 40 hours/week, rotating on 1st & 2nd shift Pay: $120,640-$180,148 + shift & weekend differential

We are now hiring Pharmacists for Inpatient, Central, Operating Room, and Critical Care

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy OR PharmD Degree
• Pharmacist License in the state of Ohio

This isn’t your job – it’s your calling. Driven by care and backed by science, we can help you answer that call for every family, every child, and every future.

What sets us apart?

Level 1 pediatric trauma center with numerous opportunities to uniquely serve a diverse patient population Fast-paced, team-oriented, innovative, inter-disciplinary, and collaborative culture State-of-the-art Critical Care Pharmacy dedicated to preparing and delivering intravenous medications safely and efficiently to critically ill patients. Specialized Operating Room Pharmacy providing rapid, accurate medication support for surgical patients. Comprehensive team-based care model that values the expertise and contributions of pharmacists. We are recruiting experienced pharmacists to help kids on their path to better health. We provide robust education and training to help you grow professionally and personally while continually seeking innovative ways to care for our patients. Join a collaborative team dedicated to providing exceptional pharmaceutical care for pediatric patients in the operating room and critical care environments. As a Cincinnati Children’s Pharmacist, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safe, timely, and effective use of medications for some of our most complex and critically ill patients.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Medication Orders - Evaluate orders based on patient's weight, allergy history and compatibilities. Properly record orders in the patient profile. Complete medication orders without error and ready for delivery with the next run. Clarify and resolve problem orders. Contact the physician or nurse as needed and pass information on to the next shift R.PH. Detect all problem medication orders, generate appropriate alternatives and effect change in patient care.
• Intravenous Preparations - Train other pharmacists and technicians in the unit dose and Intravenous (IV) areas. Prepare all IV preparations (TPN, central lines, antibiotics, chemotherapy) and respiratory therapy syringes in accordance with departmental guidelines; check for errors and ensure delivery according to policy.
• Chemotherapy Orders - Process Chemotherapy orders and have dosages and calculations checked by two Pharmacists. R.PH. must use currently accepted precautions when preparing chemotherapy (gowns, gloves, chemotherapy mat), prepare Chemotherapy in the appropriate hood and use calculations indicated on the chemotherapy patient cardex.
• Serve as a Resource - Use current appropriate references to ascertain correct and complete answers to medication related questions (drug compatibilities and interactions, appropriate dosage form selection and dosing for patient weight and age). Review patient data, at the request of a physician, to make appropriate recommendation on time to draw serum concentrations for various medications,. Handle questions and problems in a professional manner, particularly on the telephone and at the window. Anticipate and analyze conflict situations and take preventative or corrective action. Identify concerns to appropriate persons and assist in problem solving and decision making. Function in any area in the central pharmacy where an R.PH. is needed. Take administrative initiative to handle problems when supervisor is not available. Function as an informational resource for the institution.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy OR PharmD Degree
• Pharmacist License in the state of Ohio

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s. Cincinnati Children's is: Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH)Funding Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025) One of the nation'sAmerica’s Most Innovative Companiesas noted by Fortune Consistently certified as great place to work A Leading Disability Employeras noted by theNational Organization on Disability Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by theAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us. Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

EEO/Veteran/Disability

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

EEO/Veteran/Disability

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.

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