Pharmacist (PRN) Outpatient Pharmacies - Float

Cincinnati Children's; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's is seeking a Pharmacist to evaluate medication orders, prepare IV solutions, and process chemotherapy as needed. This part-time role requires a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD Degree and an Ohio pharmacist license, to be obtained within three months.

Responsibilities include training and acting as a resource for medication-related questions, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, and providing support in the central pharmacy. Join us in our commitment to exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD Degree required.
• License as a pharmacist in Ohio or obtained within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate medication orders and ensure they are ready for delivery.
• Prepare IV solutions and train pharmacists and technicians.
• Process and prepare chemotherapy orders following safety precautions.
• Serve as a resource for medication-related queries and patient data.

Skills

Medication evaluation and recording

Intravenous preparation

Chemotherapy order handling

Patient interaction and problem-solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD Degree

Pharmacist license in Ohio (or within 3 months)

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Medication Orders – Evaluate orders based on patient weight, allergy history, and compatibilities. Properly record orders in the patient profile. Complete medication orders without error and ready them for delivery with the next run. Clarify and resolve problem orders. Contact the physician or nurse as needed and pass information on to the next shift. Detect all problem medication orders, generate appropriate alternatives, and effect change in patient care.
• Intravenous Preparations – Train other pharmacists and technicians in the unit dose and IV areas. Prepare all IV preparations (TPN, central lines, antibiotics, chemotherapy) and respiratory therapy syringes according to departmental guidelines; check for errors and ensure delivery per policy.
• Chemotherapy Orders – Process chemotherapy orders and have dosages and calculations checked by two pharmacists. Use accepted precautions when preparing chemotherapy (gowns, gloves, chemotherapy mat). Prepare chemotherapy in the appropriate hood and use calculations indicated on the chemotherapy patient cardex.
• Serve as a Resource – Use current references to ascertain correct and complete answers to medication–related questions (drug compatibilities and interactions, dosage form selection, dosing for patient weight and age). Review patient data at the physician’s request to recommend timing of serum concentration draws. Handle questions and problems professionally, especially on the telephone and at the window. Anticipate and analyze conflict situations and take preventative or corrective action. Identify concerns to appropriate persons and assist in problem solving and decision making. Function in any area of the central pharmacy where an R.P.H. is needed. Take administrative initiative to handle problems when supervisor is not available. Function as an informational resource for the institution.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD Degree
• Pharmacist license in the state of Ohio or license within 3 months of hire

Preferred

• Prior hospital pharmacist experience

Location: Primary location C

Schedule: Part time

Shift: Rotating (United States of America)

Department: Liberty O/P Pharmacy

Employee Status: Stand By

FTE: 0

Weekly hours: 0

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability