Pharmacist (Overnight)

UPMC Senior Communities; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Passavant in Pittsburgh, PA is currently hiring a Full-Time Overnight Pharmacist at the McCandless location. Hospital pharmacy experience is preferred.

The position features an overnight shift with a 7 days on, 7 days off rotation, and shifts discussed during interview. Responsibilities include interpreting orders, dispensing medications, ensuring accuracy and safety, reviewing patient records for allergies and interactions, and collaborating with physicians and nurses to clarify unclear

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ACPE accredited College of Pharmacy.
• Current licensure as a Pharmacist in practicing state.
• No prior experience required; pharmacist experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and dispense medications per orders following laws.
• Identify adverse drug reactions and report promptly.
• Maintain formulary and promote rational drug therapy.
• Review patient medication records for allergies and interactions.
• Supervise pharmacy staff and technicians in pharmaceutical care.
• Adhere to regulatory standards and hospital policies.
• Communicate with physicians and nurses for order clarifications.
• Provide drug information and educational programs.
• Utilize computer systems for pharmaceutical care.
• Fill prescriptions in accordance with regulations.
• Prepare and dispense IV admixtures using aseptic technique.

Education

PharmD or B.S in Pharmacy

Job description

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ANCC Magnet designated UPMC Passavant is currently hiring a Full-Time Overnight Pharmacist at the McCandless location. Hospital pharmacy experience is preferred.

Shift Details

• Overnight shift
• 7 days on, 7 days off rotation
• Will work weekends & holidays falling during the weeks scheduled on
• 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
• Current licensure as a Pharmacist in practicing state required
• No previous experience required; pharmacist experience preferred.
  Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
• Pharmacist
• Act 34

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