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**JOB SUMMARY** 
 
The Staff Pharmacist II at North Mississippi Health Services is a multifaceted position focused on clinical care, education, operations, research, and regulatory compliance. This position involves coordinating patient care across various healthcare settings, providing medication education, conducting research, and maintaining compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. 
 
  
 
**JOB** **FUNCTIONS** 
 
Clinical: 
 
* Assists in coordinating and providing care to patients across continuum of care, in conjunction with other health care professionals. 
* Serves as a resource person to support pharmacy personnel and other healthcare professionals in designated area. 
* Assists in designing and coordinating clinical pharmacy services. 
* Assists in training pharmacy staff. 
* Monitors and manages drug therapy in designated patient population. 
* Develops care plans/guidelines to include drug, devices and delivery modalities. 
 
Education: 
 
* Provides pharmacotherapy education. 
* Assists in programs to meet the needs of the pharmacy and other healthcare professionals. 
* Develops objectives for and facilitate student/resident training. 
* Provides medication use education to patients, family members, community, etc. 
* Participates and assists in educational programs that focus on disease prevention and wellness promotion. 
* Participates in departmental performance improvement programs. 
* Maintains CE (Continuous Education) hours as required. 
 
Operations: 
 
* Assists in prevention, detection, and resolution of medicine abuse. 
* Working knowledge of pharmacy and medical claims systems. 
* Understanding of retail and hospital outpatient operations. 
* Working knowledge of billing and reimbursement procedures (ICD-9/HCPC/CPT Coding , OPPS reimbursement, Medicare, etc). 
* Verifies patient health insurance benefits and precertification’s for Third Party Payors. 
 
Financial/Budget: 
 
* Compares, evaluates, and assesses drug therapy treatments regimes and drug delivery in designated practice areas. 
* Assists in compliance of departmental budget. 
* Participates in on-going revision of system-wide formulary. 
 
Reporting/Recordkeeping: 
 
* Maintains service activities and outcomes reports for designated practice area(s). 
* Provides reports in an accurate and efficient manner. 
 
Research: 
 
* Coordinates, conducts, and participates in pharmacology research/development in cooperation with other healthcare professionals. 
 
Regulatory: 
 
* Ensures departmental compliance with accreditation, legal, regulatory, and safety requirements. 
* Adheres to NMHS/NMMC Policies, Procedures/Guidelines. 
 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
**QUALIFICATIONS** 
 
  
 
 **Education** 
 
  
 
  
 
**Education Level** 
 
**Education Details** 
 
**Required/Preferred** 
 
  
 
  
 
Bachelor's Degree 
 
Graduate of an accredited school of Pharmacy 
 
Required 
 
 
And 
 
  
 
PhD 
 
Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD) 
 
Preferred 
 
 
  
 
  
 
 
**Licenses and Certifications** 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
**Licenses and Certifications** 
 
**Licenses and Certifications Details** 
 
**Time Frame** 
 
**Required/** 
**Preferred** 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
Licensed as a Pharmacist by the State Board of Pharmacy in the state based on facility location 
 
Upon Hire 
 
Required 
 
  
 
 
**Work Experience** 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
**Number of Years** 
 
**Work Experience Details** 
 
**Required/** 
**Preferred** 
 
  
 
4-6 years 
 
Minimum of 3 years experience in comparable health system pharmacy 
 
Required 
 
And 
 
  
 
American Society of Health Systems Pharmacy Residency (ASHP) or 3 years clinical practice experience (clinical) 
 
Required 
 
And 
 
  
 
American Society of Health Systems Pharmacy Residency (ASHP) or 3 years operational experience (operational) 
 
Required 
 
And 
 
  
 
Previous patient care or equivalent previous experience with demonstrated proficiency in clinical areas needed to enhance pharmaceutical care 
 
Required 
 
  
 
 
**Knowledge Skills and Abilities** 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
**Knowledge, Skills, Abilities** 
 
**Required/Preferred** 
 
**Proficiency** 
 
Excellent written and verbal communication required 
 
Required 
 
N/A 
 
Demonstrated proficiency in multiple clinical or operational areas; required 
 
Required 
 
N/A 
 
Knowledge and skill across broad populations or specialized populations; required 
 
Required 
 
N/A 
 
Interaction with a patient population of all ages ranging from infants to geriatrics, required 
 
Required 
 
N/A 
 
Stays abreast of the pharmacotherapy literature 
 
Required 
 
N/A 
 
Enhances pharmacotherapeutic management of patients 
 
Required 
 
N/A 
 
Establishes new drug standards 
 
Required 
 
N/A 
 
Shows good clinical judgment 
 
Required 
 
N/A 
 
Ability to work independently 
 
Required 
 
N/A 
 
Improves patient quality outcome measures 
 
Required 
 
N/A 
 
Assists in the reduction of overall healthcare costs 
 
Required 
 
N/A 
 
Provide preceptorship to students and residents as designated 
 
Required 
 
N/A 
 
Must have extensive contact with: patients, visitors, physicians, pharmacy team members and departmental professionals 
 
Required 
 
N/A 
 
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills 
 
Required 
 
N/A 
 
Must reflect a positive, caring attitude toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serve 
 
Required 
 
N/A 
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
  
 
 
 
**SCOPE** 
**Freedom To Act:** 
**Problem Solving:** 
**Impact:** 
**Financial Responsibility:** 
 
* Sales Revenue Target Responsibility:  
* Approval Responsibility: 
* P &amp; L Responsibility: 
* Assets Controlled: 
* Controllable Expenses (e.g., Payroll and other budgeted items): 
* Total Financial Responsibility: 
 
**Budget Responsibility** 
 
* Primary Budget Responsibility: 
* Shared Budget Responsibility:

Pharmacist Per Diem Rotating Position Summary

Provides consultative services to medical nursing and pharmacy staff. Provides prescribed medications, drugs and other pharmaceuticals and compounds medications. Interprets physician medication orders for appropriateness. Acts as a drug information resource to patients, medical staff, nursing staff and ancillary department personnel. Compounds and dispenses prescribed medications and other pharmaceuticals for patient care by performing the related duties.

Responsibilities

Processes physician drug orders in a manner that evaluates them for appropriateness (safety and efficacy) for the specific patient (evaluation factors include the drug, dose and interval, indication, allergies, drug-drug or drug-food interactions, patient age, patient weight, &amp; renal function).Processes orders accurately, including computer entry and review of the technician fill before the drug leaves the Pharmacy. Follows through with necessary action in processing orders that are not consistent with practice standards or policies and procedures. Records physician/nurse interactions taken with regard to physician medication orders. Carefully checks the work of supportive personnel; bag checks, cart fill checks, drug repackaging checks, IV’s, etc. processes and prepares sterile drug orders with proper order and care, using aseptic technique. Monitors physician medication orders for consistency and appropriateness with patient age. understands that there are dosage variations between newborn, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients and knows where to find appropriate information. Answers questions and provides information to physicians, nurses, patients, and other healthcare professionals on the appropriate use of medications, drug interactions, side effects, dosage, storage, etc. Dispenses controlled substances only after proper documentation and record keeping requirements are fulfilled. Completes monthly perpetual inventory checks as assigned. Completes area inspections as assigned in the time frame assigned. Corrects noted deficiencies found during inspections. Instructs students and other medical personnel on matters pertaining to Pharmacy. Provides on-call coverage as assigned as outlined in Department Policy.

Assesses and prioritizes a rapidly changing workload. Completes work in a timely manner. Maintains a clean and orderly work environment. Shares responsibility for ordering and stocking medication and keeping the department clean. Utilizes personal protective equipment to protect from exposure to chemical, radiation, and infectious hazards.

Participates in department management by providing input at meetings and reading communication. Mentors new and less experienced staff and students. Adjusts work schedule to departmental needs. Uses policy and procedure manuals and other reference material to ensure proper course of action.

Identifies, proposes solutions, and assists in implementation of ideas for improvement in patient care and departmental / hospital operations. Participates in the successful implementation of change. Identifies opportunities and implements strategies to decrease waste in medication. Participates in adverse drug reaction reporting and drug utilization review.

SPECIAL SKILLS: Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with occasional periods of above average pressure. Must have basic computer skills. Excellent customer service skills. Must be willing to work in all areas of the pharmacy services as assigned. Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with team members required. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with occasional periods of above average pressure. Must have basic computer skills.

SUPERVISES: May Supervise Pharmaceutical Technicians in the absence of a director.

THE PHARMACIST PER DIEM ROTATING CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING EDUCATION, LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE

MINIMUM EDUCATION: Graduate of Accredited School of Pharmacy.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Prefer one(1) year of acute care experience but will consider new graduate.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Current Pharmacist license in the State of Arizona.

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SUMMARY OF POSITION:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Provides assistance with the order entry preparation, and distribution of drug products under the supervision of a registered pharmacist. They do not perform duties that can be performed only by a registered pharmacist. Maintains appropriate inventory of drug supplies and a system of control to ensure the integrity of the purchases, control of supplies and proper accounting for their distribution.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Associate's degree or equivalent experience required.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Current Pharmacy Technician Certification required.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
 
 
 
 
 For more information:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Well
 
 
 
 
 with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Balanced
 
 
 
 
 with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Secured
 
 
 
 
 with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Rewarded
 
 
 
 
 with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Supported
 
 
 
 
 by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 For a full list with more detailed information:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?
 
 
 
 
 
 Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.
 
 
 
 
 
 YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Recruiter: Rebecca L. Stuckey

SUMMARY OF POSITION:
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsible for assuring safe, rational, and cost effective drug therapy for patients within the Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center by assuring the accuracy of drug dispensing, physician order evaluation, monitoring of drug therapy, communicating with all providers involved in the care of patients with respect to pharmacotherapy issues, participating in assuring adherence to Medical Center drug use policy, and providing pharmacotherapy education and information for physicians, nurses, and residents, students, and patients.
 
 
 
 
 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 B.S. or Pharm.D. degree in pharmacy required.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Current Pennsylvania Licensure or eligibility required.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Previous hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Must be an effective communicator and have excellent time management and conflict resolution skills.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 PHYSCIAL REQUIREMENTS*:
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Able to sit occasionally; stand constantly; walk frequently.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Able to lift 0-10 lbs. constantly; 11-35 lbs. occasionally.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Able to carry 0-10 lbs. frequently; 11-35 lbs. occasionally.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Able to push 0-10 lbs. constantly; 11-20 lbs. frequently; 21-35 lbs. occasionally.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Able to pull 0-20 lbs. frequently; 21-35 lbs. occasionally.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Able to climb occasionally; reach constantly.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Able to use hands for simple/firm grasping.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 *Appended to this job description is the Work Task Analysis that further describes the physical requirements appropriate for this role.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
 
 
 
 
 
 Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
 
 
 
 
 For more information:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Well
 
 
 
 
 with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Balanced
 
 
 
 
 with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Secured
 
 
 
 
 with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Rewarded
 
 
 
 
 with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Supported
 
 
 
 
 by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 For a full list with more detailed information:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?
 
 
 
 
 
 Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.
 
 
 
 
 
 YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Recruiter: Rebecca L. Stuckey

SUMMARY OF POSITION:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 A Staff Pharmacist is responsible for the proper storage and distribution of drugs and medicinal agents to the ultimate user; maintenance of proper records; and relating of drug information within the limits of professional judgment. Staff Pharmacists have supervisory, administrative, technical and judgmental responsibility for assuring the appropriateness of patient medication regimens. This responsibility includes acquisition and preparation, and/or sterilization of medication forms as well as their distribution, control, inspection, storage, labeling and records maintenance. Staff Pharmacists are also responsible for using research, interpretive, and writing skills to provide accurate and timely responses to drug information and consultation problems; assisting in the planning, organization, implementation, monitoring and enforcement of Pharmacy Services policies; participation in patient, student and staff teaching programs; participating in drug utilization review activities; performing clinical pharmacy services as needed; and accepting on-call responsibilities.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Bachelor's degree or PharmD degree in pharmacy required.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Current Pennsylvania Licensure or eligibility required.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Previous hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 For more information:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Well
 
 
 
 
 with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Balanced
 
 
 
 
 with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Secured
 
 
 
 
 with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Rewarded
 
 
 
 
 with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Supported
 
 
 
 
 by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 For a full list with more detailed information:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 WHY PENN STATE HEALTH ST. JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER?
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 St. Joseph Medical Center first opened its doors in 1873, over 150 years ago. The new 204-bed state-of-the-art hospital, located on Bernville Road, opened in 2006 and in 2015 became the first hospital to join the Penn State Health organization; Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center. Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center is dedicated to the health, education, and wellness of the community. Our approach to health care is bigger than all of us. It calls us to learn, share, and lift each other up while achieving our goals. With pride in who we are, where we work, and what we do, we are changing lives every day together. We do this by putting our patients first and by living our core values as we serve our community.
 
 
 
 
 
 YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Recruiter: Trevor Smith

SUMMARY OF POSITION:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The pharmacy intern serves a dual function within the Pharmacy Department and the Medical Center: 1) assist pharmacists with their day to day duties and responsibilities by learning and performing the technical aspects of pharmacy practice, 2) learn to function at the level of staff pharmacist by learning and performing the duties of the position and attaining competency to apply pharmacotherapy knowledge to the patient care setting. The primary goal of the pharmacy intern is development into a competent practitioner upon graduation and licensure. All duties and responsibilities of the pharmacy intern are performed under the direct supervision of a licensed pharmacist acting as preceptor according to the State Board of Pharmacy regulations.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Currently enrolled in an ACPE accredited college of pharmacy AND holds or is eligible for a Pennsylvania Pharmacy Intern License and is in good standing with the State Board of Pharmacy
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 OR
 
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Student in first two years of college AND has been accepted into an ACPE accredited college of pharmacy
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Each intern must register a Hershey Medical Center pharmacist as their Intern preceptor according to the Pennsylvania State Board of Pharmacy regulations.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Must exhibit good verbal and written communication skills, enthusiasm for the profession of pharmacy, and compassion for patients.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Must be able to physically perform functions such as: 1)lifting and transporting of cartons and medications, 2)telephone communication, 3)computer order/data entry, 4)preparation of intravenous and extemporaneous compounding.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 For more information:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
 
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Well
 
 
 
 
 with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Balanced
 
 
 
 
 with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Secured
 
 
 
 
 with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Rewarded
 
 
 
 
 with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Supported
 
 
 
 
 by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 For a full list with more detailed information:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Recruiter: Rebecca L. Stuckey

SUMMARY OF POSITION:
 
 
 
 
 Responsible for assuring safe, rational, and cost-effective drug therapy for patients within the Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center by assuring the accuracy of drug dispensing, physician order evaluation, monitoring of drug therapy, communicating with all providers involved in the care of patients with respect to pharmacotherapy issues, participating in assuring adherence to Medical Center drug use policy, and providing pharmacotherapy education and information for physicians, nurses, and residents, students, and patients.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 B
 
 .S. or Pharm.D. degree in pharmacy required.
 </li>
 <li>
 Current Pennsylvania Licensure or eligibility required.
 </li>
 <li>
 Previous hospital pharmacy experience preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Must be an effective communicator and have excellent time management and conflict resolution skills.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 A
 
 ble to sit occasionally; stand constantly; walk frequently.
 </li>
 <li>
 Able to lift 0-10 lbs. constantly; 11-35 lbs. occasionally.
 </li>
 <li>
 Able to carry 0-10 lbs. frequently; 11-35 lbs. occasionally.
 </li>
 <li>
 Able to push 0-10 lbs. constantly; 11-20 lbs. frequently; 21-35 lbs. occasionally.
 </li>
 <li>
 Able to pull 0-20 lbs. frequently; 21-35 lbs. occasionally.
 </li>
 <li>
 Able to climb occasionally; reach constantly.
 </li>
 <li>
 Able to use hands for simple/firm grasping.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 *Appended to this job description is the Work Task Analysis that further describes the physical requirements appropriate for this role.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
 
 
 
 
 
 Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
 
 
 
 
 For more information:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Well
 
 
 
 
 with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Balanced
 
 
 
 
 with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Secured
 
 
 
 
 with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Rewarded
 
 
 
 
 with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
 
 </li>
 <li>
 
 
 
 Be Supported
 
 
 
 
 by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 For a full list with more detailed information:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?
 
 
 
 
 
 Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.
 
 
 
 
 
 YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Recruiter: Rebecca L. Stuckey

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. When determining base pay, we take a comprehensive approach that considers your skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other critical factors. The pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications, but it does not encompass all the elements that contribute to your total compensation package. 
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily and be able to proficiently demonstrate computer applications. 
- Requires attention to detail and concentration. 
- Good analytical skills are a must. 
- Ability to manage a large number of tasks simultaneously and to anticipate future needs. 
- Ability to communicate with a wide variety of professionals and non-professionals. 
- New grads require 2 years experience in a clinical setting as a pharmacy intern. 
- Minimum of 2 years experience working in a clinical environment preferred. 
- Graduate from an accredited college of pharmacy is required. 
- Current licensure as a Pharmacist by the State of Massachusetts is required. 

A pharmacist is responsible for: The procurement, distribution, and control of all pharmaceuticals used within the North Shore Medical Center. The evaluation and dissemination of comprehensive information about drugs and their use to the institution’s staff and patients. The monitoring, evaluation, and assurance of the quality of drug use. These functions are carried out in cooperation with other institutional departments and programs. 
Pharmacists oversee the activities of technicians and pharmacy students, and participate in maintaining the department’s functions.Recruiter: Gould, Randi E

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. When determining base pay, we take a comprehensive approach that considers your skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other critical factors. The pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications, but it does not encompass all the elements that contribute to your total compensation package. 
QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate of ACPE accredited college of pharmacy Licensed or eligible for licensure to practice pharmacy in Massachusetts Completion of ASHP accredited PGY1 residency preferred Experience (1-2 years) working in the perioperative setting preferred SKILLS / ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES REQUIRED: Fluency in English. 
Knowledge of Federal and State laws and regulations Knowledge of contemporary pharmacy systems Knowledge of USP 797, 795 and 800 Excellent comprehension of written policies and procedures Ability to make appropriate decisions, develop and complete follow-up actions. 

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT: The OR Satellite Pharmacy at Massachusetts General Hospital is a unique and exciting area of pharmacy practice. Pharmacists in this area work closely with fellow pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, anesthesiologists, and surgeons to ensure patients undergoing various procedures are receiving the care they need. The OR Pharmacist is an integral member of the perioperative patient care team. The Per Diem Pharmacists in this position will report directly to the OR Pharmacy Manager and Director of Pharmacy Inpatient Operations. This position is a mix of both day shift and evening shift coverage for the per diem position. Per Diem Pharmacists will work with other pharmacists to complete tasks such as order verification, code response, conducting interventions with nurses and physicians, and overseeing the work of technicians, including dispensing of medications and pharmaceutical preparations. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The perioperative pharmacist collaborates with and serves as a resource for nurses, physicians and other clinicians who participate in the management of the operating room (O.R.) and post anesthesia care unit (PACU) patient as well as other patients receiving care at areas covered by Department of Anesthesia, Critical Care and Pain Medicine (DACCPM). They are responsible for coordinating and delivering pharmacy services in compliance with all applicable policies, regulatory agency requirements and state and federal laws. Job-specific Responsibilities: 
- Reviews, approves, and clarifies peri-operative medication orders for appropriateness based on current clinical and institutional guidelines as well as patient-specific criteria. 
- Assesses all medication orders to ensure they meet established standards and practice guidelines of MGH Department of pharmacy and Operating Room services. 
Reports order discrepancies to appropriate staff promptly. 
- Advises clinicians on drug selection based on current clinical guidelines to optimize drug therapy. 
- Oversees the safe handling and preparation of various medications, including IVs. 
- Checks admixtures for accurate preparation, including the additive(s), parent solution, and label. 
- Oversees technician activities and performs quality control checks. 
- Adheres to safety requirements in the handling and preparation of the medication and hazardous agents according to current guidelines (USP 797, ASHP). 
- Oversees the ordering, storage and handling of medications and supplies. 
- Participates in education activities such as in-services, CE presentations, and publications. 
- Answers drug information questions. 
- Participates in the Safety Reporting System. Identifies and reports therapy errors and adverse drug reactions. 
- Monitors, documents, and reports medication recalls. 
- Participates in the training, education and mentoring of other pharmacists, pharmacy interns and technicians. 
- Ensures compliance with controlled substance distribution and control system. 
- Participate in area specific staff and department meetings as necessary. 
- Participates in quality, safety, and other project work outside of regular staffing duties. 
- May participate in research activities with publication or presentation at local and/or national meetings. 
- Assists in the development of policy and procedures. 
- Verifies and manages patient’s ‘Own Meds’ per Department policy. 
- Understands and runs Omnicell reports and takes appropriate action if a discrepancy is identified. 
- Understands and interprets anesthesia flow charts and medication documentation. 
- Processes pain clinic prescriptions. 
- Understands basic functionality of Omnicell automated dispensing cabinets and anesthesia work stations, and troubleshoots issues accordingly. 
- Provides training to new anesthesia residents, CRNA’s, RN, and anesthesia techs. 
- Other duties as assigned by the Manager, Perioperative Services and the Associate Chief of Pharmacy, Inpatient Operations. 
WORKING CONDITIONS: Must be able to lift to 25 lbs. Must be able to stand or sit for extended periods of time SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacy Interns in the perioperative pharmacy space. 
FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY: Enforces formulary system, and department and area specific financial goals Assures cost-effective medication utilization Minimized medication wasteRecruiter: Mieli, Albert

Per Diem / PRN Pharmacist Jobs

Per Diem / PRN Level II - Pharmacist

$54+/hour