Current Pennsylvania Licensure or eligibility required
Previous hospital pharmacy experience preferred
Responsibilities
Ensure safe and cost-effective drug therapy for patients
Evaluate physician orders for accuracy
Monitor patient drug therapies for safety and effectiveness
Communicate pharmacotherapy issues with healthcare providers
Participate in adherence to drug use policies
Provide pharmacotherapy education to medical staff and patients
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance with no waiting period
Employee wellness programs and fitness discounts
Generous paid time off and parental leave
Retirement plans, life insurance, and identity theft protection
Tuition reimbursement and employee recognition programs
Support from HR and access to employee-exclusive services
Full Job Description
Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center
Location: US:PA: Hershey Work Type: Full Time FTE: 1.00 Shift: Varied Hours: 7 days on, 7 days off Recruiter Contact: Rebecca L. Stuckey at rstuckey@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
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, and residents, students, and patients.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
B.S. or Pharm.D. degree in pharmacy required.
Current Pennsylvania Licensure or eligibility required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):
Previous hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
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. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Union: Non Bargained
About Penn State Health
Penn State Health is a multi-hospital health system serving patients and communities across central Pennsylvania. It is part of Penn State University and includes Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Penn State Children's Hospital, and Penn State Cancer Institute. The health system provides a full range of medical services, including primary care, specialty care, and emergency care. Penn State Health is committed to advancing medical research and education, and is home to the Penn State College of Medicine.
