Pharmacist in Berwick, PA

This pharmacy role offers an opportunity to support medication management and safety in a hospital setting on a contract basis. You will ensure an adequate drug supply by ordering and maintaining medication inventory according to established procedures and federal and state regulations. Your attention to detail will ensure all drugs and parenteral solutions are accurately prepared, labeled, and dispensed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and replenish pharmacy stock, including emergency and antidote medications
• Complete annual inventory and manage outdated medication returns
• Ensure compliance with controlled substance handling and documentation
• Prepare and dispense medications accurately, including filling stat orders and unit dose charts
• Conduct monthly inspections of pharmacy and patient care areas where drugs are handled
• Provide discharge medication counseling and medication reconciliation using EPIC systems
• Participate in antimicrobial stewardship by interpreting culture results and managing dosing for common infections
• Monitor patient drug therapy for safety, efficacy, and potential adverse reactions
• Support pharmacy staff education, training, and quality assurance programs
• Collaborate with hospital committees to implement pharmaceutical policies and therapeutic guidelines

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Valid Pharmacist license with prior hospital or Long-Term Acute Care (LTAC) experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Proficiency with EPIC and medication reconciliation processes
• Strong clinical knowledge in antimicrobial stewardship, pharmacokinetic, and anticoagulation dosing
• Excellent communication skills for patient counseling and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Commitment to regulatory compliance, patient confidentiality, and continuous quality improvement

This position is located in Berwick, PA, and is offered on a contract basis. Candidates with flexibility to support clinical pharmacy services in a hospital environment and a passion for improving patient outcomes are encouraged to apply.

Apply today to contribute your expertise in a dynamic healthcare setting focused on medication safety and optimal therapeutic outcomes.