Pharmacist

About the Role

Compounds and dispenses medications and other pharmaceutical supplies using standard procedures to deliver comprehensive professional pharmaceutical service in a modern hospital. Responsibilities include purchasing, continuing education programs, stocking supplies, preparing departmental reports, and maintaining an organized and efficient department.

Responsibilities

• Dispenses drugs, chemicals, and other pharmaceutical preparations as ordered by physicians.
• Provides pharmaceutical consultation to doctors or nurses and questions prescriptions when necessary.
• Assists the Pharmacy manager in purchasing drugs from vendors and communicates with pharmaceutical company representatives.
• Conducts drug checks and inspections on various floors as required.
• Assists with the IV admixture program by verifying order completeness, accuracy, and compatibility.
• Attends pharmacy-related hospital meetings as delegated.
• Assists the manager with the Pharmacy Quality Assurance program and floor inspection reports.

Requirements

• Current valid Pharmacist license through the state board where services will be provided (MD, OH, PA, or WV).
• Experience in Hospital Pharmacy through internship or as a registered Pharmacist (preferred).

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of growth and development, patient needs, and scope of treatment.
• Understanding of patient dynamics, including biophysical, bio-psychosocial, environmental, self-care, educational, spiritual, cultural, ethical, and discharge planning needs.
• Knowledge of pain management and proactive pain control plans.
• Familiarity with total care of patients, including those with non-curative diseases, focusing on symptom control.
• Knowledge of professional and commercial aspects of Hospital Pharmacy, as well as State and Federal laws governing Pharmacy.
• Computer experience is helpful.
• Demonstrates competency in patient care assessment for all patient populations: Neonatal, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk and stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to lift 30 pounds and push 50 pounds.
• Dexterity required for fingering, handling, and reaching.

Working Environment

The work environment involves performing essential functions in a hospital pharmacy setting. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Schedule

Scheduled weekly hours: 40. Non-exempt shift position based in the United States.