Pharmacist- PRN

Medical University of South Carolina; Camden (SC); On-site; USD 82,656 - 117,096; Part time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina in Camden, SC is seeking a staff pharmacist (PRN/part-time) to ensure accurate, age-appropriate and timely preparation of all medication orders while supervising pharmacy technicians, interns and students. The role supports daily operations and complies with hospital policies.

You will provide drug information to patients and medical staff, review potential drug interactions, and help maintain required records and regulatory compliance under the Director of

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Registered Pharmacist by the South Carolina Board of Pharmacy.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pharmacy technicians, interns and students.
• Prepare and dispense medications in accordance with physician orders.
• Provide drug information to patients and medical staff.
• Ensure documentation and regulatory compliance for pharmacy activities.

Skills

Licensed Pharmacist

BLS Certification

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy

Job description

Job Description Summary

The primary responsibility of the staff pharmacist is to ensure the accurate, age appropriate and timely preparation of all medication orders. The pharmacist is responsible for the supervision of pharmacy technicians, interns and students. The pharmacist facilitates the day to day operations of the pharmacy and performs other duties as assigned. The pharmacist will perform specific clinical functions in accordance with written policies and procedures. The pharmacist will provide drug information/education to patients, medical and hospital staff, as required. This position reports to the Director of Pharmacy. Compounds and dispenses prescribed drugs per physician's instructions in a hospital or healthcare facility setting. Consults with medical staff about potential drug interactions, patient medical history, and the use of particular medications. Responds to questions from patients about medications and dosage instructions. Ensures that all required pharmacy data is recorded and maintained and complies with all regulatory, security and hospital procedures.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Cost Center

CC003686 KER - Pharmacy (KMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-33

Scheduled Weekly Hours

12

Work Shift

Minimum Training and Education

Doctor of Pharmacy or aBachelor's degree in pharmacy. Completion of a pharmacy residency preferred.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations

Licensed as a Registered Pharmacist by the South Carolina Board of Pharmacy. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous)
• Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)
• Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
• Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent)
• Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent)
• Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)
• Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous)
• Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent)
• Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform "pinching" operations. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
• Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous)
• Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
• Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent)
• Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous)
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent)
• Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent)
• Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent)
• Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent)
• Examples include: To transfer a 100 lb. patient thatcan notassistin the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force.
• For every 100additionalpounds,assistancewill berequiredfrom another healthcare worker.
• 20 lbs. of forceisneeded to push a 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet.
• 25 lbs. of forceisrequired topush a stretcher with a patient with one hand.
• Ability tomaintain20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous)
• Ability to see and recognize objectsclose at handor at a distance. (Continuous)
• Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)
• Ability todeterminedistance/relationshipbetweenobjects;depthperception. (Continuous)
• Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)
• Ability tomaintainhearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)
• Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous)
• Ability to work rotating shifts. (Frequent)
• Ability to work overtime asrequired. (Frequent)
• Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous)
• Ability tomaintaintactile sensory functions. (Continuous)
• (Selected Positions) *Ability tomaintaingood olfactory sensory function. (Continuous)
• (Selected Positions) *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and asrequired. (Continuous)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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