Pharmacist-Nonexempt

Job Description Summary

The primary responsibility of the staff pharmacist is to ensure the accurate, age appropriate and timely preparation of all medication orders. The pharmacist is responsible for the supervision of pharmacy technicians, interns and students. The pharmacist facilitates the day-to-day operations of the pharmacy and performs other duties as assigned. The pharmacist will perform specific clinical functions in accordance with written policies and procedures. The pharmacist will provide drug information/education to patients, medical and hospital staff, as required. This position reports to the Director of Pharmacy.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

PRN

Cost Center

CC000170 CHE - Pharmacy (CMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-33

Scheduled Weekly Hours

8

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Description

Position Purpose

The primary responsibility of the staff pharmacist is to ensure the accurate, age appropriate and timely preparation of all medication orders. The pharmacist is responsible for the supervision of pharmacy technicians, interns and students. The pharmacist facilitates the day-to-day operations of the pharmacy and performs other duties as assigned. The pharmacist will perform specific clinical functions in accordance with written policies and procedures. The pharmacist will provide drug information/education to patients, medical and hospital staff, as required. This position reports to the Director of Pharmacy.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Graduate of an accredited College of Pharmacy, Advanced Degree in Pharmacy (PharmD or MS) preferred.

• Experience: Minimum one year experience in a hospital pharmacy preferred

• Licenses/Certificates: Current Licensure as Registered Pharmacist in South Carolina or eligible for licensure

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Works in a clean, ventilated, well lighted, heated/air conditioned building.

PHYSICAL ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS

• Sitting: Frequently (34% to 66%)

• Walking: Frequently (34% to 66%)

• Standing: Frequently (34% to 66%)

• Bending: Frequently (34% to 66%)

• Squatting: Occasionally (1-33%)

• Climbing: Occasionally (1-33%)

• Kneeling: Occasionally (1-33%)

• Twisting: Occasionally (1-33%)

• Lifting (0-50 lbs): Frequently (34% to 66%)

• Lifting (50+ lbs): Occasionally (1-33%)

• Carrying (0-50 lbs): Occasionally (1-33%)

• Carrying (50+ lbs): Occasionally (1-33%)

• Pushing (0-300 lbs): Occasionally (1-33%)

VISUAL AND HEARING REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to see with corrective eye wear

• Must be able to hear clearly with assistance

• May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases. May be in contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances. Able to handle emergency or crisis situations. May be occasionally subject to irregular hours. May be required to wear protective equipment as necessary.

Additional Job Description

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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