Pharmacist, Emergency- Per Diem

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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: Experience with Pyxis MedStation, EPIC

• BLS and ACLS certification before completion of orientation (will be provided if cannot provide upon hire)

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from the first day of employment.  

• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.  

• Free onsite parking.  

• Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.   

• Referral Rewards Program 

About us:

Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital is a 178-bed teaching hospital located in Darby, Pa., which offers advanced acute care services in Delaware County and Southwest Philadelphia.  Consistently recognized for clinical excellence, Mercy Fitzgerald is proud of our many quality achievements such as: Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care, Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence, Achievement Awards from the American Heart/Stroke Associations and Certified Primary Stroke Center. 

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.