Pharmacist (7 On/7 Off Nights)

UPMC Senior Communities; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Job summary

UPMC Senior Communities in Pittsburgh is seeking a licensed pharmacist for the Night Shift in our inpatient pharmacy at UPMC St. Margaret. This full-time role runs 7 consecutive night shifts (8:45 PM–7:00 AM) with two weekends off per month, and on-site parking is available.

You will join a collaborative team, dispense medications, ensure regulatory compliance, supervise technicians, and provide drug information. A PharmD or B.S.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy.
• Pharmacist degree required: PharmD or B.S in Pharmacy.
• Current licensure as a Pharmacist in practicing state.
• Entry Level accepted; pharmacist experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and verify orders to prepare and dispense medications for inpatient care.
• Monitor and report adverse drug reactions.
• Maintain formulary and promote rational drug therapy.
• Review patient medication records for allergies, interactions, and duplications.

Skills

Pharmacist licensure

Pharmacy knowledge

Education

ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy

PharmD or B.S. in Pharmacy

Job description

Are you a licensed pharmacist looking for the opportunity to practice at the top of your profession in a collaborative hospital setting? Join our dedicated pharmacy team and make a direct impact on patient care while enjoying the support of a close-knit community hospital backed by the resources and career growth opportunities of a nationally recognized health system.

UPMC St. Margaret is hiring a full-time Night Shift Pharmacist to support our Inpatient Pharmacy. This position will work 7 shifts on during the night shift (8:45 PM -07:00 AM), and 7 shifts off. The 7-day stretch starts and ends on Wednesday. Holidays are worked if they fall during the scheduled work week. You will have two weekends off per month. On-site parking available.

Why Join Our Team?

At UPMC, you'll work alongside an experienced and supportive pharmacy team committed to delivering exceptional care. Our department offers:

• A welcoming community hospital environment
• The stability and resources of a large health system
• Strong teamwork and collaboration
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

If you're looking for the personalized culture of a community hospital combined with the benefits, innovation, and career opportunities of a leading healthcare organization, we'd love to hear from you.

*The qualified candidate will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on relevant experience, education, and hours requirements*

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.

*Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.*

*Performs other duties as assigned.*

Qualifications:

• 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