Pharmacist - Inpatient - Wexford Hospital Emergency Department

Highmark Health

Wexford, Pennsylvania, United States
Prospective drug review on all prescriptions
Drug therapy monitoring and interventions
Supervision of pharmacy technicians and students
The role optimizes patient care by promoting rational, safe, and cost-effective pharmaceutical care including drug dispensing and intravenous admixture programs

Job Summary

  • The role optimizes patient care by promoting rational, safe, and cost-effective pharmaceutical care including drug dispensing and intravenous admixture programs.
  • Candidates must independently review and assess medication prescriptions to identify, prevent, and resolve potential and actual drug-related problems.
  • The position involves overseeing the work of pharmacy technicians, students, and support staff while ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.

Matching Summary

The role optimizes patient care by promoting rational, safe, and cost-effective pharmaceutical care including drug dispensing and intravenous admixture programs.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Prospective drug review on all prescriptions
  • Drug therapy monitoring and interventions
  • Supervision of pharmacy technicians and students
  • Controlled substance compliance management
  • Emergency department medication dispensing

Nice-to-have

  • 7 on 7 off shift schedule experience
  • Night pharmacist triage capabilities
  • IT automation troubleshooting skills
  • Collaborative healthcare team communication
  • Cost-effective medication therapy knowledge

Key Requirements

  • Doctor of Pharmacy degree (Pharm D) or Bachelor's in Pharmacy
  • Licensed or eligible for licensure as Registered Pharmacist in PA and/or NY
  • Hospital experience preferred
  • Ability to obtain licensure within 120 days if not already licensed

Work Rights

Must have US work authorization

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