Job Description

Staff Pharmacist PRN

 

Benefits

Earn competitive pay Pathway to full-time opportunities Earn extra money 

 

Shift 

PRN Rotating day and evening shifts Minimum one weekend a month 

 

As a Pharmacist at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, you’ll join a team and be a part of a culture that's dedicated to providing top quality care to our patients.

Job Summary 

The Staff Pharmacist ensures the safe and effective use of medications by providing accurate dispensing, clinical support, and collaboration with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care. This role prioritizes medication safety, patient education, and adherence to regulatory standards while contributing to quality improvement initiatives. 

Essential Functions

Accurately prepares, verifies, and dispenses medications in compliance with prescription orders, hospital protocols, and regulatory standards.Reviews medication orders for appropriateness, assesses patient medication regimens, and provides recommendations to optimize therapy.Counsels patients and their families on proper medication use, potential side effects, and adherence strategies to ensure safe and effective therapy.Collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare team members to resolve medication-related issues and improve patient outcomes.Participates in medication safety initiatives, quality improvement projects, and compliance audits to minimize errors and enhance care delivery.Assists in managing pharmacy inventory, including monitoring stock levels, ensuring timely replenishment, and identifying cost-saving opportunities.Documents medication dispensing, clinical interventions, and patient education in the electronic health record system with accuracy and completeness.Maintains current knowledge of pharmacotherapy through continuing education and applies evidence-based practices to daily responsibilities.Ensures compliance with federal, state, and hospital regulations, including handling controlled substances and adhering to infection control guidelines.Performs other duties as assigned.Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy required0-1 years of hospital or retail pharmacy experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong understanding of pharmacology, drug interactions, and evidence-based therapeutic practices.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.Attention to detail and organizational skills to ensure accurate medication dispensing and documentation.Ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.Proficiency in using pharmacy software systems and electronic health records.Commitment to patient safety and continuous quality improvement.

Licenses and Certifications

PHARMD - Licensed Pharmacist requiredBCLS - Basic Life Support required

Wilkes-Barre General Hospital is Northeastern Pennsylvania’s largest community hospital with 369 beds and a medical staff of more than 400 physicians representing nearly 60 medical and surgical specialties. Wilkes-Barre General Hospital has long been recognized for excellence in heart and vascular care, and offers advanced treatment for wide-ranging specialties, including orthopedic surgery, neurosurgery and minimally invasive robotic-assisted procedures.

 

 

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