PHARMACIST (Per Diem) - Temple University Hospital
Temple Health•Philadelphia, PA
About The Position
The Pharmacist reviews medication orders from physicians and physician extenders and dispenses medications after confirming that the drug, dose, frequency, and administration route are appropriate. Before dispensing, the Pharmacist reviews patient allergies, medical history, drug interactions, and laboratory information for potential clinical conflicts. The role is responsible for inventory control, provides drug information support to other healthcare team members, and oversees pharmacy students and technicians preparing medications to help ensure accuracy and safety in medication use. The Pharmacist also collaborates with the healthcare team on continuity-of-care planning and discharge planning.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from a College of Pharmacy accredited by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education is required.
- Pennsylvania Pharmacist License is required.
Nice To Haves
- Doctorate degree (PharmD) preferred.
- One year of hospital work experience or Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) in a clinical setting preferred.
- Basic Life Support preferred.
Responsibilities
- Review medication orders received from physicians and physician extenders.
- Verify 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 continuity-of-care and discharge planning.
