Retail Pharmacist
About The Position
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation. At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care—and your career. A Brief Overview Reviews and process medication orders using the hospital information system (HIS) and the pharmacy computer system to ensure that the medication is appropriate in terms of dose, dosage form, route of administration, frequency, duration of therapy, and patient's disease state. Supervise pharmacy technicians and interns to ensure that pharmacy products are prepared and distributed accurately, with the appropriate quantity and at the time the product is needed. When necessary, the pharmacist prepares and distributes pharmacy product accurately, in the appropriate quantity and at the time the product is needed. CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs. CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree Pharmacy Required
- Licensed Pharmacist (Pennsylvania) - Pennsylvania State Licensing Board - upon hire - Required
- Knowledge of pharmacy information systems, automated dispensing technology and personal computers preferred. (Required proficiency)
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills. (Required proficiency)
Nice To Haves
- Doctorate Pharmacy Preferred
- Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to neonate, child, and adolescent preferred. (Preferred proficiency)
Responsibilities
- Reviews and process medication orders using the hospital information system (HIS) and the pharmacy computer system to ensure that the medication is appropriate in terms of dose, dosage form, route of administration, frequency, duration of therapy, and patient's disease state.
- Supervise pharmacy technicians and interns to ensure that pharmacy products are prepared and distributed accurately, with the appropriate quantity and at the time the product is needed.
- When necessary, the pharmacist prepares and distributes pharmacy product accurately, in the appropriate quantity and at the time the product is needed.
- Ensures the proper documentation and secure storage of controlled substances.
- Participates in hospital and departmental Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
