Part Time Pharmacist
University Park, IL - USA
Job Summary
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
University Health Services (a division of Student Affairs) is seeking to hire 2 part-time Pharmacists to work in our on-campus pharmacy (no remote or hybrid options). Our pharmacists provide professional pharmacy services including counseling and education to Penn State students staff faculty and retirees. Pharmacists are expected to follow the governing board laws and regulations as well as University rules and guidance. This position supports UHS several Penn State departments and outreach units across the Universitys Commonwealth campuses.
Each position requires a minimum commitment of 16 hours per week. Work schedules are based on business needs and are generally assigned between 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday with occasional Saturday shift (8am-4pm) as needed to support pharmacy operations.
Job Responsibilities:
Carefully review and fill all prescription orders including administering immunizations for patients and customers.
Advise patient of Drug Utilization Review (DUR) which includes appropriate dosing and duration of use drug interactions allergy warnings and drug compatibility
Engage in quality assurance activities reviewing orders for accuracy of input as well as the physical filling of all prescriptions
Evaluate daily business; consider staffing levels and other factors to maintain efficient operations
Communicate in an effective and professional manner with co-workers chief pharmacist prescribers nurses other healthcare professionals and entities
Ensure compliance obligations are met in all aspects of business
Maintain required professional licensures with the PA State Board of Pharmacy including the completion of continuing education hours and training
Maintain accurate records of controlled substance and narcotic inventory and appropriately return expired or unsalable controlled substances to Inmar for credit and proper destruction
Coordinate the pharmacy opening and closing process and ensure all work is completed at the end of the day; prepare the pharmacy for the following days business and verify the physical security of the pharmacy at closing
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual assault and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact .
Required Experience:
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