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Job description
This pharmacist position serves a major academic medical center and Level 1 Trauma Center with a strong research and teaching mission, located in a busy urban hospital environment. The role involves reviewing and dispensing medication orders, ensuring accuracy, safety, and appropriate drug usage by thoroughly evaluating allergies, medical histories, interactions, and labs. Oversight of pharmacy students and technicians in medication preparation, inventory control, and providing drug information to healthcare team members are key responsibilities. The pharmacist collaborates closely with the healthcare team to support continuum of care and discharge planning.
Location: Levittown, PA (with focus on hospital environment in Philadelphia)
Schedule: Full-time, Day Shift (07:00 - 15:30), 5 days/week, 40 hours
Key Responsibilities:
Review and dispense medication orders ensuring correct drug, dose, frequency, and route
Evaluate patient clinical information to prevent medication errors
Supervise pharmacy students and technicians in medication preparation
Maintain inventory control and ensure compliance with safety protocols
Collaborate in patient care planning and discharge processes
Qualifications and Experience: Active Pennsylvania Pharmacist License in good standing (required)
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited College of Pharmacy (Doctorate PharmD preferred)
Minimum 1 year hospital experience or clinical Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) preferred
Experience with sterile compounding and IV room procedures (required)
EPIC experience mandatory, including Dispense Prep; familiarity with EPIC camera verification system highly desirable
Basic Life Support certification preferred
Candidate Preparation Notes: Commitment to the full 3 to 6 month contract duration is essential
Research and understand the mission of the hospital, emphasizing dedication to underserved urban communities and academic medicine
Be prepared to discuss EPIC systems use, error response protocols, and high-dose medication handling confidently and accurately
This is a contract-only opportunity with no transition into permanent employment
If you meet these qualifications and are ready to contribute your skills in a fast-paced, high-acuity hospital environment, consider applying for this rewarding contract pharmacist position. Committed candidates with a passion for academic medicine and patient safety are encouraged to submit their applications.
Worksite address
levittown, PA, 19055, US
Who can apply
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