Pharmacist

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Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

University Health Services (a division of Student Affairs) is seeking to hire 2 part-time Pharmacists to work in our on-campus pharmacy (no remote or hybrid options). Our pharmacists provide professional pharmacy services including counseling and education to Penn State students, staff, faculty, and retirees. Pharmacists are expected to follow the governing board laws and regulations as well as University rules and guidance. This position supports UHS, several Penn State departments, and outreach units across the University’s Commonwealth campuses.

Each position requires a minimum commitment of 16 hours per week. Work schedules are based on business needs and are generally assigned between 7:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturday shift (8am-4pm) as needed to support pharmacy operations.

Job Responsibilities:

· Carefully review and fill all prescription orders, including administering immunizations for patients and customers.

· Advise patient of Drug Utilization Review (DUR), which includes appropriate dosing, and duration of use, drug interactions, allergy warnings, and drug compatibility

· Engage in quality assurance activities, reviewing orders for accuracy of input as well as the physical filling of all prescriptions

· Evaluate daily business; consider staffing levels and other factors to maintain efficient operations

· Communicate in an effective and professional manner with co-workers, chief pharmacist, prescribers, nurses, other healthcare professionals, and entities

· Ensure compliance obligations are met in all aspects of business

· Maintain required professional licensures with the PA State Board of Pharmacy, including the completion of continuing education hours and training

· Maintain accurate records of controlled substance and narcotic inventory and appropriately return expired or unsalable controlled substances to Inmar for credit and proper destruction

· Coordinate the pharmacy opening and closing process and ensure all work is completed at the end of the day; prepare the pharmacy for the following days' business and verify the physical security of the pharmacy at closing

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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