Pharmacist
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Job Location:
Johnstown, PA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
22 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Schedule: Full-time variable hours typically 8.5 hours & overnight is 12.5 hours weekends & holidays rotation no travel & no call.
Your experience matters
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Pharmacistjoining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier . Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve
More about our team
The pharmacy unit plays a vital role in ensuring the safe and effective use of medications for patients. The unit is responsible for dispensing medications accurately and efficiently maintaining comprehensive medication inventory and control including narcotics and controlled substances. This includes selecting calculating measuring preparing (both sterile and non-sterile) packaging labeling charging and crediting various pharmacy products like intravenous addition the pharmacy ensures compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
How youll contribute
A Pharmacistwho excels in this role will:
- Provide clinical pharmacy informationrespond to requests for clinical pharmacy information originating from the attending and resident medical staff the Nursing Service and other clinical departments and/or patients.
- Serve on institutional patient care committees complete assigned projects and provide information as directed by Committee Chairpersons or the pharmacy management.
- Supervise and direct activities of pharmacy technicians students and other support staff.
- Assist with plans and projects of the Department including assuming responsibility for at least one aspect of distributive or clinical pharmacy processes as assigned by pharmacy management.
- Interpret and evaluate pharmacotherapyroutinely review appropriateness/effectivenessof patientmedications per physician request as part of a routine patient medication profile review or per protocol directed activities; When appropriate recommend cost effective drug therapy alternatives.
- Document pharmacist interventions in the electronic health record.
- Promote adherence to the hospital formulary.
- Assist in the reconciliation of patients home medications with hospital medications.
- Supervise/participate in the in-patient and outpatient medication distribution process:
- document drug therapy by maintaining patient specific medication profile.
- dispense medications.
- prepare compounded doses including sterile products.
- issue drug stock supplies.
- assure proper labeling.
- assure timeliness of services.
- assure patient charge justification.
- effectively utilize automated pharmacy information management systems.
- assist in maintenance of pharmacy information management system.
- maintain dispensing records in accordance with all applicable law/regulations.
- dispense and assure the perpetual inventory justification process for DEA Schedule II drugs.
- inspect and certify proper drug storage.
- assist in inventory control.
- direct pharmacy operations when designated.
- recognize report adverse drug reactions and medication errors.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:
- Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees and more.
- Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.
- Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What were looking for
Applicants should have a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Pharmacy Doctorate or foreign graduate equivalent.
Licensed as a pharmacist in Pennsylvania.
More about Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is a 537-bed behavioral health rehabilitation and transitional care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Johnstown community for over 135 years. We are proud to be recognized by the American Heart Association with the Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award.
EEOC Statement
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Key Skills
- LTC Pharmacy
- Hospital Experience
- Pharmacy Software
- Continuous Improvement
- Go
- Infusion Experience
- Pharmacy Residency
- Training & Development
- Order Entry
- Epic
- Clinical Pharmacy Experience
- Compounding Medications
About Company
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 a ... View more
