Staff Pharmacist Per Diem
Optum · Philadelphia, PA · 1 mo ago
Healthcare$44.09–$78.7/hrFull-time
About the role
Careers with CPS, part of the Optum family of businesses, are dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. Explore opportunities to apply your clinical expertise in a supportive environment.
Primary Responsibilities
- Review, verify, and dispense medication orders to ensure appropriateness, safety, and accuracy
- Provide clinical pharmacy services, including medication therapy management and pharmacokinetic dosing and monitoring
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and care teams to optimize medication regimens for hospitalized patients
- Oversee sterile and non-sterile compounding activities, ensuring compliance with USP and hospital standards
- Monitor patient outcomes and medication safety, identifying and preventing adverse drug events
- Supervise and support pharmacy technicians and interns, ensuring efficient and compliant workflow
- Ensure regulatory and accreditation compliance, including Joint Commission, state, and federal requirements
Required Qualifications
- ACPE-accredited pharmacy degree (PharmD preferred)
- Active applicable state pharmacist license in good standing
- Driver's License and access to reliable transportation
Preferred Qualification
Some hospital experience
Pay and Benefits
The hourly pay for this role will range from $44.09 to $78.70 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. Benefits include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contribution (subject to eligibility).