Pharmacist for Inpatient

Cincinnati Children's; United States; On-site; USD 121,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s is seeking an experienced Pharmacist for the Inpatient Pharmacy located at Burnet Campus in Cincinnati, OH. This full-time role offers a 40-hour workweek with rotating 1st and 2nd shifts and a pay range of $120,640-$180,148 plus shift differential and weekend premium.

You will lead chemotherapy orders, IV preparations, medication order verification, and serve as a critical resource for dosing, drug interactions, and patient safety within a pediatric, high-acuity setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD required.
• Pharmacist license in Ohio required.

Responsibilities

• Leadership or supervision in the absence of formal leadership; provide direction to others to ensure safe, efficient workflow.
• Process chemotherapy orders with dosages checked by two Pharmacists; use precautions in preparation.
• Train pharmacists and technicians in IV areas; prepare IV meds and related therapies per guidelines; ensure accurate delivery.
• Verify and dispense check orders for oral/topical and sterile products; assess patient weight and allergies; document interventions.
• Serve as a resource for drug information; collaborate with physicians and nurses; act as problem solver and go-to informational resource.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

PharmD Degree

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 FOR INPATIENT PHARMACY

Location: Burnet Campus, 3333 Burnet Ave., Cincinnati OH, 45229

Status: Full-Time, 40 hours/week

Schedule: Rotating on 1st & 2nd

Pay: $120,640-$180,148 + $4.00/hr shift & $5.00/hr weekend differential

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
• Comprehensive team-based care model that values the expertise and contributions of pharmacists.
• We have a brand new, 18,000 sq ft. Inpatient Pharmacy that includes extensive sterile and non-sterile areas, as well as new automation and technology

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

• Leadership - May serve as lead or supervisor in the absence of formal leadership Provide work direction to others to ensure safe and efficient work flow.
• 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.
• 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.
• Medication Orders - Order verification and dispense checking, both for oral/topical and sterile products. Evaluate orders based on patient’s weight, allergy history and compatibilities. Compound and dispense prescribed pharmaceuticals for patient care. Properly record interventions 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.
• Serve as a Resource - Use current appropriate references to ascertain correct and complete answers to medication related questions (drug compatibilities and interactions, appropriate drug dosing for patient weight and age). 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 a top 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.

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