Pharmacist - West Penn Hospital - Night

Highmark Health

Unknown, Unknown, US
Night shift (7 on 7 off)
Conducts prospective drug review on all prescriptions
Ensures safe and appropriate medication therapies
Provides accurate and timely drug information
Highmark Health is seeking a licensed pharmacist for a night shift position at West Penn Hospital, focusing on optimizing patient care through effective pharmaceutical practices. The role emphasizes drug dispensing, monitoring, and collaboration with healthcare teams while overseeing pharmacy support staff

Job Summary

  • This role optimizes patient care by promoting rational, safe, and cost-effective pharmaceutical care including drug dispensing and intravenous admixture programs.
  • The pharmacist independently reviews and assesses medication prescriptions to identify, prevent, and resolve potential and actual drug-related problems.
  • Candidates must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Pharmacist in the State of Pennsylvania at hire or obtain licensure within 120 days.

Matching Summary

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Highmark Health is seeking a licensed pharmacist for a night shift position at West Penn Hospital, focusing on optimizing patient care through effective pharmaceutical practices. The role emphasizes drug dispensing, monitoring, and collaboration with healthcare teams while overseeing pharmacy support staff.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Conducts prospective drug review on all prescriptions
  • Ensures safe and appropriate medication therapies
  • Provides accurate and timely drug information
  • Supervises pharmacy technicians and support staff
  • Maintains controlled substance compliance

Nice-to-have

  • Hospital experience preferred
  • Doctorate degree in Pharmacy
  • Troubleshooting IT and automation problems
  • Collaborative healthcare team environment
  • Performance improvement participation

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Doctor of Pharmacy degree (Pharm D)
  • Licensed or eligible for PA Registered Pharmacist licensure
  • Hospital experience preferred

Work Rights

Must have US work authorization

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