A hospital-based role is available for a licensed Staff Pharmacist to provide expert pharmaceutical care during daytime shifts from May 4 to August 1. This contract position offers the opportunity to apply clinical skills in a university healthcare setting, supporting patient care and medication safety.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review medication orders from physicians and physician extenders to ensure appropriateness of drug choice, dose, frequency, and administration route
- Assess patient allergies, medical history, potential drug interactions, and relevant lab results to identify clinical conflicts before dispensing
- Manage medication inventory control to maintain safe and adequate stock levels
- Provide drug information and clinical support to healthcare team members
- Supervise pharmacy students and technicians, ensuring accuracy and safety in medication preparation
- Collaborate with the healthcare team on care planning and discharge activities, contributing to quality patient outcomes
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree from a College of Pharmacy accredited by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education (required); Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) preferred
- Valid Pennsylvania Pharmacist License (required)
- Minimum of 1 year hospital experience or completion of Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) in a clinical setting preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred but not mandatory
Location: Levittown, PA
Schedule: Five 8-hour day shifts per week
Job Type: Contract (May 4 – August 1)
This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a multidisciplinary healthcare environment while maintaining a focus on patient safety and medication effectiveness. Candidates ready to enhance their clinical pharmacy expertise in a dynamic institutional setting are encouraged to apply.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
- Competitive Salary
- Weekly Paycheck
- Matching 401(k) Plan
- Extensive Medical Coverage
- Licensing Assistance
- Custom Housing
- Travel Assistance
- Professional Development Reimbursement