Pharmacist / NE

Highmark Health; Canonsburg, Northern (Washington County, KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network in Canonsburg, PA on-site, is seeking a Part-time Pharmacist to optimize patient care through medication review, dispense, and drug information. You will supervise technicians, participate in drug therapy monitoring, and support department operations.

Requires PharmD or Bachelor of Pharmacy, PA or NY license or eligibility within 120 days; hospital experience preferred. This role emphasizes safety, compliance, and collaboration with the care team in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD).
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Pharmacist in PA and/or NY within 120 days.
• Hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process prescriptions with prospective drug review and ensure safe dispensing.
• Provide drug information to healthcare professionals and patients; document interventions.
• Assist in department management and supervision of technicians and students.
• Maintain inventory and compliance with regulatory requirements; ensure controlled substances are properly stored.

Skills

Licensed Pharmacist

Hospital experience (preferred)

Education

Bachelor of Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Job description

## Pharmacist / NEApply: On-site: Canonsburg PA, 15317, 100 Medical Blvd: Part time: Posted Today: J287486## **Company :**Allegheny Health Network## **Job Description :**GENERAL OVERVIEW:This job optimizes patient care by promoting rational, safe and cost effective pharmaceutical care including drug dispensing, intravenous admixture program and providing drug information. Conducts drug therapy monitoring and implements drug therapy interventions to reduce adverse events. Oversees the work performed by pharmacy technicians, students and other support staff.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:* Process prescriptions: Conducts prospective drug review on all prescriptions processed. Independently reviews and assesses medication prescriptions to identify, prevent and resolve potential and actual drug related problems; ensures that medications are accurately and efficiently compounded and dispensed. Ensures safe and appropriate and cost-effective medication therapies for patients. Demonstrates sound professional judgment and knowledge to resolve emergent issues. (20%)* Drug Information and Patient Interventions: Provides accurate and timely drug information to other health professionals, patients and the public. Documents interventions and outcomes related to drug therapy. Collaborates with the healthcare team to manage drug therapy, protocols and guidelines. (20%)* Assist in Department Management: Assists the manager in supervising and directing work of pharmacy technicians, students, externs and other support personnel in daily operations. Trains pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, pharmacy residents and students in their duty areas. Oversees daily inventory maintenance purchases. Assures that all controlled substances are stored and dispensed in compliance with Federal, State and departmental regulations. (20%)* Work Environment: Contributes to the effective operation of the department through all activities including computer functions, refill medications, generation of labels and answering phones appropriately. Maintains a clean and orderly work environment. (20%)* Safety: Participates in performance improvement and regulatory compliance efforts. Maintains an attitude that promotes and fosters an environment of safety. All steps are done in a courteous and efficient manner. (20%)* May be responsible for the following if serving as the Night Pharmacist: Triages, prioritizes and delegates the nightly activities of the pharmacy department. Serves as the primary interface to resolve medication related problems between pharmacy, nursing and other disciplines. Demonstrates proficiency in trouble shooting and solving information technology, computer and automation problems.* Performs other duties as assigned or required.QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum* Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree (Pharm D)* Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Pharmacist in the state of PA and/or NY at hire or sit for boards and obtain licensure within 120 days.Preferred* Hospital experience preferred.***Disclaimer:*** *The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.* ***Compliance Requirement**: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.* *As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy. Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.*