Pharmacist for Operating Rooms & Critical Care

CO00 Children's Hospital Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 116,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

PTO

Retirement plan

Job summary

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is seeking an Operating Room & Critical Care Pharmacist at Burnet Campus in Cincinnati, OH. The role focuses on safe, timely medication use for critically ill patients in OR and CC settings, with full-time 1.0 FTE status and evening/weekend rotation options.

Candidates must hold a PharmD or BS in Pharmacy and be licensed in Ohio or eligible for licensure within 3 months. Relocation and comprehensive benefits are available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD required.
• Pharmacist license in Ohio or eligible within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and record medication orders based on patient data and ensure readiness for delivery.
• Prepare IV medications and assist in chemotherapy preparation following guidelines.
• Process chemotherapy orders with dosages checked by pharmacists and ensure safety precautions.
• Serve as an informational resource for medication questions and collaborate with the care team.

Skills

Pharmacist license

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy OR PharmD

Pharmacist license in Ohio or eligible within 3 months

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 $115,689.60 - $150,633.60 *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 Pay: $120,640-$180,148 (as full-time 1.0 fte employee) + shift & weekend differential

Benefits

• *Additional pay (e.g., shift, on‑call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply.
• Benefits begin immediately Paid Time Off (PTO) Retirement plan $10,000 in relocation assistance, if applicable.

New Opportunities for Pharmacists

• 1) 40 hours/week on Evenings, rotating weekends
• 2) 40 hours/week on Days (60%) & Evenings (40%), rotating weekends
• 3) 32 hours/week on Days (60%) & Evenings (40%), rotating weekends
• 4) 20 hours/week on Days (60%) & Evenings (40%), rotating weekends

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.

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.

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 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.