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