Pharmacist: 1st & 2nd Shift in Operating Room & Critical Care, 40 hrs/wk

Cincinnati Children's

5d•$120,640 - $180,148•Onsite

About The Position

Cincinnati Children’s is recruiting an experienced pharmacist to provide pharmaceutical care for pediatric patients in operating room and critical care environments. The pharmacist supports the safe, timely, and effective use of medications for complex and critically ill patients as part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team. The role is based at the Burnet Campus in Cincinnati, Ohio, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week, with 60% day shifts and 40% evening shifts and rotating weekends. The position offers a fast-paced, team-oriented, innovative, and collaborative work culture, including a state-of-the-art Critical Care Pharmacy and a specialized Operating Room Pharmacy. The pharmacist evaluates medication orders, prepares and checks intravenous medications, processes chemotherapy orders using required safety precautions, and serves as a medication information resource for clinicians and the institution. The organization provides education and training intended to support professional and personal growth.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or PharmD degree.
Ohio pharmacist license, or ability to obtain an Ohio license within three months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Hospital experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Evaluate medication orders based on patient weight, allergy history, and compatibilities; document orders in patient profiles and resolve problems, contacting physicians or nurses as needed.
Complete medication orders accurately and prepare them for delivery with the next run; communicate relevant information to the next shift pharmacist.
Identify problematic medication orders, develop appropriate alternatives, and support changes in patient care.
Train pharmacists and technicians in unit dose and intravenous areas.
Prepare intravenous medications, including TPN, central lines, antibiotics, chemotherapy, and respiratory therapy syringes, according to departmental guidelines; check for errors and ensure delivery according to policy.
Process chemotherapy orders and ensure dosages and calculations are checked by two pharmacists; use appropriate precautions and equipment when preparing chemotherapy.
Use current references to answer medication-related questions about compatibility, interactions, dosage forms, and dosing based on patient weight and age.
Review patient data at a physician’s request and recommend appropriate timing for serum concentration draws.
Handle questions and problems professionally, anticipate and address conflict situations, and assist with problem solving and decision making.
Work in any central pharmacy area where a pharmacist is needed, take administrative initiative when a supervisor is unavailable, and serve as an informational resource for the institution.