Pharmacist for Operating Room & Critical Care

Cincinnati Children's; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 113,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's seeks an Operating Room & Critical Care Pharmacist at Burnet Campus in Cincinnati to ensure safe, timely medication use for pediatric patients in the OR and ICU. This Level 1 pediatric trauma center offers a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with a dedicated Critical Care Pharmacy and specialized OR Pharmacy.

The role requires a PharmD or BS in Pharmacy and licensure in Ohio; hospital experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy OR PharmD Degree.
• Pharmacist License in the state of Ohio or license within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate medication orders based on patient data and ensure accuracy for delivery.
• Train staff in unit dose and intravenous preparation; prepare IVs per guidelines.
• Process chemotherapy orders with dosage checks and safety precautions.
• Serve as a clinical resource for drug information and patient care decisions.
• Be able to handle questions professionally and support the central pharmacy operations.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy OR PharmD Degree

Pharmacist License in the state of Ohio or license within 3 months of hire

Job description

Primary Location Burnet Campus

Department Pharmacy

Shift Rotating (United States of America)

Schedule Full time

Weekly Hours 40

FTE 1

Employee Status Regular

*Expected Starting Pay Range $112,590.40 - $146,369.60

*Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on-call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

PHARMACIST FOR OPERATING ROOM & CRITICAL CARE

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

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 an Operating Room & Critical Care 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.

Benefits begin immediately, and we offer $10,000 in relocation assistance, if applicable.

Candidates will have bachelor's degree in pharmacy or PharmD. Must be licensed in the State of Ohio. Hospital experience is preferred but not required.

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

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 or license within 3 months of hire

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's America's Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American 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