Pharmacist

UPMC Senior Communities • $100K — $120K *

Pittsburgh, PA 15237In-Person

Hospitals & Medical Centers

Less than 5 years of experience

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Qualifications

B.S. degree in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D.) from an accredited institution required.
3-6 months of hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
Familiarity with investigational drug control procedures and protocol design is a plus.
Active pharmacist licensure required.
Compliance with Act 34 clearance necessary.

Responsibilities

Review and screen patient medication records for allergies and drug interactions.
Identify and report suspected adverse drug reactions promptly.
Prepare and dispense appropriate medication dosage forms for patients.
Use aseptic technique to prepare intravenous admixture solutions as needed.
Supervise pharmacy technicians, interns, and aides in daily operations.
Fill prescription orders following all regulatory guidelines and utilizing technology.
Communicate with healthcare professionals for clarification on unclear orders.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package available.
Pleasant work environment.
Supportive and friendly team culture.
Opportunities for ongoing education and training in healthcare.

Full Job Description

Magee - Women's Hospital of UPMC is hiring a Full Time Pharmacist.

This position will work variable shifts. Weekend and holiday availability is required to support the hours of operation.

Excellent benefits, a pleasant work environment, and friendly team are just a few of our perks. Apply today!

Purpose:
Ensure the provision of cost-effective pharmacotherapy contributing to optimal patient outcomes, provide experiential education for present and future health care practitioners, and support drug-related research.

Responsibilities:

Review, maintain, and screen patient medication records and profiles for allergies, drug interactions and therapeutic duplications while entering orders and/or verifying medications.
Identify and report suspected adverse drug reactions accurately and in a timely manner.
Interpret and evaluate physician orders in order to prepare, calculate, and dispense appropriate medication dosage forms for inpatient and outpatient treatment in accordance with the Practicing State's Pharmacy Practice Act, Federal Drug Laws, and other regulatory organizations.
Prepare and dispense intravenous admixture solutions, as required, using aseptic technique in an accepted sterile product preparation area.
Organize daily operational duties and assist in the supervision of pharmacy technicians, pharmacy aides, student interns and other ancillary personnel involved in providing pharmaceutical care.
Fill prescription orders in accordance with State and Federal regulations, utilizing technological resources and equipment.
Utilize all available technologies in the provision of pharmaceutical care (i.e., computer systems and databases, Acu-Dose, Robot-Rx, pneumatic tube system, etc).
Provide drug information and/or educational programs to healthcare professionals and pharmacy students.
Communicate with physicians and nurses to insure prompt clarification of orders that are unclear, illegible, or incomplete.
Sustain the formulary by minimizing non-formulary procurements, utilizing therapeutic interchange protocols, and promoting rational drug therapy selection.
Adhere to all regulatory requirements, professional standards of practice, and hospital quality management policies and procedures in providing pharmaceutical care.

Qualifications:

B.S. degree in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm D.) from an accredited school of pharmacy required. 3-6 months hospital pharmacy experience is preferred. Previous experience or familiarity with investigational drug control procedures and protocol design is preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

Pharmacist
Act 34

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