What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacist Specialist position at UPMC?
The inpatient pharmacy at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh is hiring a Pharmacist Specialist who will ensure safe, effective, and cost-efficient pharmacotherapy. They support specialized medication-use systems, including informatics, research, sterile compounding, and medication safety. They assess, detect, mitigate, and prevent medication-related adverse events and regulatory non-compliance. They also provide education and lead quality initiatives.
Responsibilities:
- Interpret and evaluate physician orders and prescriptions.
- Identify and report adverse drug reactions.
- Sustain the formulary and promote rational drug therapy.
- Review patient medication records for allergies, interactions, and duplications.
- Supervise pharmacy staff.
- Adhere to regulatory requirements and professional standards.
- Communicate with healthcare providers to clarify orders.
- Provide drug information and education to healthcare professionals and students.
- Utilize computer systems and technologies for pharmaceutical care.
- Prepare and dispense intravenous solutions using aseptic techniques.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Salary : $51 - $79