Pharmacist- Outpatient PRN

WVU Medicine Berkeley and Jefferson Medical Centers; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine Berkeley and Jefferson Medical Centers in Martinsburg is seeking a qualified Pharmacist to manage the compounding and dispensing of medications in a modern hospital environment. The role includes purchasing, inventory management, and conducting drug checks across various floors.

Applicants must possess valid pharmacist licenses from the relevant states and have a willingness to engage in consultation with healthcare professionals. The position requires good physical stamina along with a thorough understanding of patient care dynamics.

Qualifications

• Valid Pharmacist license for MD, OH, PA, or WV.
• Experience in Hospital Pharmacy is preferred.
• Ability to lift thirty pounds and push fifty pounds.

Responsibilities

• Dispense medications as prescribed.
• Consult with healthcare professionals on pharmaceutical matters.
• Assist in purchasing and inventory management.
• Conduct drug inspections on various floors.

Skills

Knowledge of growth and development

Understanding of patient’s needs

Pain management knowledge

Competency in patient care assessment

Education

Valid Pharmacist license in relevant states

Tools

Computer experience

Job description

Working with Pharmacy personnel, compounding and dispensing medications and other pharmaceutical supplies by following standard procedures to deliver comprehensive professional pharmaceutical services in a modern hospital setting. Responsibilities include purchasing, continuing education programs, stocking supplies for night stock, and preparing departmental reports.

Minimum Qualifications

Must possess a current license as required by the state board where services will be provided.

• MD: Valid Pharmacist license through the Maryland Board of Pharmacy
• OH: Valid Pharmacist license through the Ohio Board of Pharmacy
• PA: Valid Pharmacist license through the Pennsylvania Board of Pharmacy
• WV: Valid Pharmacist license through the West Virginia Board of Pharmacy

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Hospital Pharmacy through internship or as a registered Pharmacist.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Dispense drugs, chemicals, and other pharmaceutical preparations as ordered by physicians.
• Be constantly available for pharmaceutical consultation with doctors or nurses.
• Takes initiative in questioning a prescription if necessary.
• Assists the Pharmacy Manager in purchasing drugs from vendors.
• Communicates with sales representatives of various pharmaceutical companies as needed.
• Conducts drug checks and inspections on various floors as required.
• Assists with IV admixture program by checking orders for completeness, accuracy, compatibilities and other technical advice.
• May be delegated to attend pharmacy-involved hospital meetings.
• Assists the manager with the Pharmacy Quality Assurance program.
• Assists the manager with Pharmacy floor inspection reports.

Physical Requirements

• Walk and stand for long periods of time.
• Can lift thirty pounds and push fifty pounds.
• Dexterity required to finger, handle, and reach.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of growth and development.
• Understanding of the patient’s needs and scope of treatment.
• Understanding of the dynamics for each patient incorporating biophysical, bio-psychosocial, environmental, self-care, educational, spiritual, cultural, ethical, and discharge planning needs.
• Knowledge of pain management to facilitate patient comfort through a proactive pain control plan.
• Familiarity with professional and commercial phases of Hospital Pharmacy as well as State and Federal laws governing Pharmacy.
• Computer experience helpful.
• Demonstrates competency in patient care assessment for each patient population area served: Neonatal, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric.

Job Details

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
• Shift: United States of America (Non-Exempt)
• Location: 2500 Hospital Drive, Martinsburg, West Virginia
• Company: BMC Berkeley Medical Center

Equal Opportunity Employer. West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively WVUHS) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, and local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.