Staff Pharmacist (Part-time) - VARIED SHIFT - Pharmacy Hospital Based Clinic

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a part-time Staff Pharmacist to ensure safe and effective drug therapy for patients. This role involves evaluating physician orders, monitoring drug therapy, and educating healthcare providers and patients. With a commitment to individualized and innovative care, this position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment at a leading academic medical center. Join a team that values excellence and supports your professional growth while making a significant impact on patient care in the community.

Benefits

Employee Wellness Programs

Fitness Discounts

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Competitive Pay

Paid Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Current Pennsylvania Licensure or eligibility required.
• Previous hospital pharmacy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and effective drug therapy for patients.
• Communicate with healthcare providers regarding pharmacotherapy.
• Provide pharmacotherapy education to staff and patients.

Skills

Effective communication

Time management

Conflict resolution

Education

B.S. or Pharm.D. degree in pharmacy

Job description

Staff Pharmacist (Part-time) - VARIED SHIFT - Pharmacy Hospital Based Clinic

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Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center
Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type: Part Time
FTE: 0.50
Shift: Varied
Hours: Day/ Evening
Recruiter Contact: Rebecca L. Stuckey at [e-mail]

SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Responsible for assuring safe, rational, and cost effective drug therapy for patients within the Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center by assuring the accuracy of drug dispensing, physician order evaluation, monitoring of drug therapy, communicating with all providers involved in the care of patients with respect to pharmacotherapy issues, participating in assuring adherence to Medical Center drug use policy, and providing pharmacotherapy education and information for physicians, nurses, residents, students, and patients.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• B.S. or Pharm.D. degree in pharmacy required. Current Pennsylvania Licensure or eligibility required.
• Previous hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
• Must be an effective communicator and have excellent time management and conflict resolution skills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to sit occasionally; stand constantly; walk frequently.
• Able to lift 0-10 lbs. constantly; 11-35 lbs. occasionally.
• Able to carry 0-10 lbs. frequently; 11-35 lbs. occasionally.
• Able to push 0-10 lbs. constantly; 11-20 lbs. frequently; 21-35 lbs. occasionally.
• Able to pull 0-20 lbs. frequently; 21-35 lbs. occasionally.
• Able to climb occasionally; reach constantly.
• Able to use hands for simple/firm grasping.

*Appended to this job description is the Work Task Analysis that further describes the physical requirements appropriate for this role.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including:

• Employee Wellness Programs and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Support from the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development, and Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?
Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract.

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Union: Non Bargained

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Part-time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care