Lead Pharmacist - UPMC Presbyterian

UPMC Presbyterian is seeking an exceptional Lead Pharmacist for Perioperative Services to elevate pharmaceutical care and optimize patient outcomes throughout the surgical continuum. In this pivotal role, you will seamlessly integrate operational efficiency with clinical excellence, collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to drive innovative advancements in perioperative pharmacy practice—from preoperative optimization to postoperative recovery.

This position is perfect for a pharmacist who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment, values teamwork and collaboration, and is dedicated to delivering outstanding patient care. If you are a dynamic, motivated, and forward-thinking pharmacist eager to make a lasting impact, we invite you to apply and join us in transforming perioperative care.

This is a full-time daylight position that works 40 hours per week, and the department is looking for someone with flexibility for weekends and evenings based on patient care and department/organizational needs. 

Purpose:

Ensure the timely provision of cost-effective drug therapy contributing to optimal patient outcomes, provide experimental education for present and future health care practitioners, and support drug-related research.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate daily activities of pharmacy technicians and pharmacists in their area of practice/responsibility.
• Demonstrate a service orientation toward patients, staff, and visitors.
• Coach and mentor staff through feedback, positive discipline, and performance evaluations.
• Direct and schedule personnel assigned to the team, authorizing extra hours and overtime as required.
• Develop and implement workflow guidelines, policies, and procedures to maximize productivity and standardize practices.
• Collaborate with team members to evaluate workflow and implement service improvements.
• Facilitate quality improvement and cost-reduction initiatives based on JCAHO indicators and department target drug monitoring projects.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with Clinical Director, Primary Care Nurses, and Physicians to handle patient care issues.
• Conduct meetings with pharmacy team members and healthcare team members to facilitate service changes and improvements.
• Complete staff competencies and perform duties of a staff pharmacist, including medication order evaluation and drug information provision.
• Supervise daily activities and assist in training and education of pharmacy technicians and student interns.
• Provide timely, comprehensive, and accurate drug information to physicians, nurses, patients, and personnel of other departments.
• Support drug-related research by assisting in the procurement, accountability, storage, preparation, and distribution of study drugs.
• Audit and maintain accurate records for all controlled substances, ensuring compliance with Federal, State, and Department Regulations.
• Maintain professional competency through participation in continuing education and staff development programs, including formal and informal in-service education activities.
• *Performs other duties as assigned.