Pharmacist (Full-Time & Part-Time Available)

Upmc Passavant; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,257 - 104,697; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Passavant is actively seeking a full-time pharmacist for the McCandless location. The role involves interpreting orders, dispensing medications, and ensuring compliance with pharmacy laws and hospital policies.

You will collaborate with physicians and nurses, supervise pharmacy technicians, and provide drug information and education to staff and students, while maintaining patient safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• ACPE-accredited degree required or equivalent.
• PharmD or B.S. in Pharmacy.
• Pharmacist licensure/certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and dispense medications per physician orders in compliance with laws.
• Identify and report suspected adverse drug reactions promptly.
• Maintain formulary and promote rational drug therapy selections.
• Review patient medication records for allergies, interactions and duplications.

Skills

Interpret prescriptions

Drug information

Regulatory compliance

Interdepartmental communication

Education

ACPE-accredited College of Pharmacy

PharmD or B.S in Pharmacy

Licensed Pharmacist

Job description

Job ID: 2600012S

Status: Full-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Shift: Variable

Work Arrangement: On-site

Facility: UPMC Passavant

Department: Pharmacy

Location: 9100 Babcock Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA

Union Position: No

Salary Range: $ 51.03-76.98 USD

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ANCC Magnet designated UPMC Passavant is currently hiring a Full-Time and Part-Time Pharmacist at the McCandless location.

Shift Details

• Variable daylight & evening shifts
• Scheduled every 3rd weekend & 2 holidays per year
• Shifts will be discussed further in the interview

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.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy
• B.S in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree
• No previous experience required; pharmacist experience preferred. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
• Pharmacist
• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran