CLINICAL PHARMACIST (Per Diem) - Temple Health/Chestnut Hill Hospital
About The Position
The Clinical Pharmacist reviews medication orders received from physicians and physician extenders, and dispenses medications after confirming that the drug, dose, frequency, and route of administration are appropriate. Before dispensing, the pharmacist reviews patient allergies, past medical history, drug interactions, and laboratory information for potential clinical conflicts. The role is also responsible for inventory control and providing drug information support to other healthcare team members. The pharmacist oversees pharmacy students and technicians as they prepare medications to ensure accuracy and safety in the medication-use process. The pharmacist collaborates with the healthcare team on continuum-of-care planning and discharge planning.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from a College of Pharmacy accredited by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education.
- One year of experience working in a hospital, or Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience.
Nice To Haves
- Doctorate degree (PharmD) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Review medication orders received from physicians and physician extenders.
- Confirm that the drug, dose, frequency, and route of administration are appropriate before dispensing medications.
- Review patient allergies, past medical history, drug interactions, and laboratory information for potential clinical conflicts.
- Manage inventory control.
- Provide drug information support to other healthcare team members.
- Oversee pharmacy students and technicians in medication preparation to ensure accuracy and safety.
- Collaborate with the healthcare team on continuum-of-care and discharge planning.
