Pharmacist - Inpatient - West Penn Hospital

Highmark Health

West Penn Hospital, Pennsylvania, United States
Conduct prospective drug review on all prescriptions
Identify and resolve drug related problems
Supervise pharmacy technicians and support staff
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.
  • Pharmacists are responsible for independently reviewing medication prescriptions to identify, prevent, and resolve potential and actual drug-related problems.
  • The position requires supervising pharmacy technicians, students, and other support personnel while ensuring compliance with all 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

  • Conduct prospective drug review on all prescriptions
  • Identify and resolve drug related problems
  • Supervise pharmacy technicians and support staff
  • Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations
  • Collaborate with healthcare team on drug therapy

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in hospital pharmacy setting preferred
  • Proficiency in troubleshooting IT and automation systems
  • Ability to triage and prioritize nightly activities
  • Strong professional judgment for emergent issues

Key Requirements

  • Doctor of Pharmacy degree (Pharm D) or Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy
  • Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Registered Pharmacist in PA or NY
  • Obtain licensure within 120 days if not licensed at hire

Work Rights

Must be eligible for licensure in PA or NY

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