Pharmacist - Wernersville State Hospital

Are you ready to apply your knowledge, training, and professional skills in a meaningful career where you play a vital role in patient care? The Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pharmacist to join the team at Wernersville State Hospital. In this important role, you will help ensure the delivery of high-quality pharmaceutical care and medication services to the individuals we serve. If you are passionate about supporting patient health and committed to providing exceptional care that promotes hope, healing, and recovery, we encourage you to apply and become part of our committed health care team today!

In this position, you will be responsible for ensuring the accurate dispensing of medications by verifying the correct drug and dosage for each consumer and providing clear instructions designed to minimize the risk of adverse reactions. You will fill medication orders and prescriptions, labeling containers in accordance with the procedures outlined in the Pharmacy Procedure Manual for hospital use. You will carefully review medication orders using the consumer's electronic profile to identify potential adverse reactions, duplications, incompatibilities, or allergies. Responsibilities include examining consumer records to ensure the completeness and accuracy of medication orders in accordance with accreditation standards and consulting medical staff when concerns arise regarding a consumer's medication regimen. Additionally, you will provide medication-related guidance to patients, nursing staff, and physicians, including information on proper use, dosage, potential side effects, and safety considerations. You will assist in maintaining pharmacy records and documentation in compliance with DHS regulations, hospital policies, and applicable state and federal laws, as well as accrediting agency requirements.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Your schedule may change based on operational needs.
• Overtime: As needed
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Special Requirements:

• You must possess a license to practice pharmacy as issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Pharmacy.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.