Pharmacist, Emergency- Per Diem

Employment Type

• Part time
• Shift:
• Rotating
• Shift
• Description:
• Job
• Title:
• Pharmacist,
• Emergency
• Employment
• Type:
• Per
• Diem
• Shift: Rotating
• Shifts,
• Weekends,
• Holidays -
• As needed per department needs
• Location: Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital - Darby, PA Position Purpose We are hiring Pharmacists to support operations and our expanded emergency pharmacy program! We are expanding our shift coverage to include a decentralized pharmacist. We are searching for per diem help to cover this role as well as centralized distribution. This position is for pharmacists with experience in hospital pharmacy who are able to work directly with patients for medication histories, counseling, and responding to emergencies within the hospital.
• As a
• Pharmacist, you will: Appropriately assesses patient data to identify medication-related problems through profile reviews, pharmacy consults and interdisciplinary rounding. Participates in medical emergencies and other formal alerts such as trauma, stroke, sepsis and STEMI as required. Reviews and interprets providers orders to assure that the drug, dosage form, and dose is appropriate for the patient's age, weight, and comorbidities. Checks for drug incompatibilities and allergies, and takes appropriate action when necessary. Updates medication history for all admitted patients. As necessary, consult with providers, nurses and other healthcare professionals involved in patient care regarding pharmacotherapy optimization with intent to achieve optimal patient outcomes across the continuum of care. Provides accurate and timely responses to other healthcare professionals and patients regarding drug information questions and facility medication use policies to assure safe and appropriate use of medications. Documents patient care activities including therapy plan, monitoring, and follow-up in electronic medical record as per departmental guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications

Pharmacy degree (Pharm.D.) from an ACPE approved college of pharmacy required. Successful completion of ASHP-accredited PGY-1 Pharmacy Practice Residency or 3 years of hospital experience is required. Registered pharmacist in Pennsylvania required.

Preferred