Cincinnati Childrens Hospital Medical Center

Outpatient/Retail Pharmacist

Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD Degree
  • Pharmacist License in Ohio or obtain within 3 months of hire

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate medication orders based on patient-specific criteria.
  • Train pharmacists and technicians in IV and unit dose preparation.
  • Process and verify chemotherapy orders with rigorous checks.
  • Utilize references to answer medication-related queries effectively.
  • Review patient data and provide dosing recommendations to physicians.
Full Job Description
Primary Location
Burnet Campus
Department
Emergency Retail Pharmacy
Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
Schedule
Full time
Weekly Hours
35
FTE
0.875
Employee Status
Regular

*Expected Starting Pay Range
$112,590.40 - $146,369.60
*Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on-call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

Outpatient/Retail Pharmacist

Location: Burnet Campus, 3333 Burnet Ave., Cincinnati OH

Schedule: 35 hours per week. Rotating hours between Monday-Friday 8AM-7PM and Saturday & Sunday 10AM-2PM.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Medication Orders - Evaluate orders based on patient's weight, allergy history and compatibilities. Properly record orders in the patient profile. Complete medication orders without error and ready 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 R.PH. 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 Intravenous (IV) areas. Prepare all IV preparations (TPN, central lines, antibiotics, chemotherapy) and respiratory therapy syringes in accordance with departmental guidelines; check for errors and ensure delivery according to policy.
  • Chemotherapy Orders - Process Chemotherapy orders and have dosages and calculations checked by two Pharmacists. R.PH. must use currently 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 appropriate references to ascertain correct and complete answers to medication related questions (drug compatibilities and interactions, appropriate dosage form selection and dosing for patient weight and age). Review patient data, at the request of a physician, to make appropriate recommendation on time to draw serum concentrations for various medications,. Handle questions and problems in a professional manner, particularly 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 in the central pharmacy where an R.PH. 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


Comprehensive job description provided upon request.

About Cincinnati Childrens Hospital Medical Center

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is a pediatric hospital that provides comprehensive clinical services, from treatments for rare and complex conditions to well-child care. The hospital is affiliated with the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and is consistently ranked as one of the top pediatric hospitals in the United States.
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