Description
As a dedicated pharmacy professional, you will ensure safe, cost-effective medication therapy that supports optimal patient outcomes.
You will also contribute to the development of current and future healthcare practitioners through education, while supporting drug-related research and advancing high-quality pharmaceutical care.
Responsibilities
- Interpret and evaluate physician medication orders to accurately prepare, calculate, and dispense medications in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Identify and report suspected adverse drug reactions in a timely and accurate manner.
- Support formulary stewardship by minimizing non-formulary use and promoting evidence-based drug therapy decisions.
- Review and maintain patient medication records to monitor allergies, drug interactions, and therapeutic duplications.
- Organize and support daily pharmacy operations, assisting with oversight and guidance of pharmacy technicians, aides, interns, and other personnel.
- Ensure adherence to all regulatory requirements, professional pharmacy standards, and hospital quality management policies.
- Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, and care teams to clarify medication orders and support optimal care decisions.
- Provide drug information, education, and support to healthcare professionals and pharmacy students.
- Utilize available technology to support accurate and efficient pharmaceutical care.
- Process and verify prescription orders in compliance with state and federal requirements.
- Participate in rotating shifts, including evenings, weekends, on-call responsibilities, and holidays.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited school of pharmacy.
- Pennsylvania pharmacist license.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3+ months of hospital pharmacy experience.
- Experience or familiarity with home infusion and IV admixture preparation.
Compensation and Benefits
The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $54 - $91 USD, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location.
This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.
The Cigna Group offers a comprehensive range of benefits, including:
- Medical, vision, and dental coverage
- Well-being and behavioral health programs
- 401(k)
- Company-paid life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- A minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year
- Paid holidays and leaves of absence