Long Term Care Staff Pharmacist - Butler, PA

A long-term care pharmacist opportunity is available on a contract-to-hire basis, offering 40 hours per week in a dynamic pharmacy setting. The ideal candidate will provide essential pharmaceutical services for skilled nursing facilities, personal care homes, and hospice patients.

Responsibilities:

• Verify and approve medication orders entered by data entry technicians for long-term care and hospice clients.
• Check blister-packed medications, as well as sterile and non-sterile compounds.
• Respond to clinical inquiries from nursing facilities, hospice nurses, and physicians.
• Accurately count controlled substances and maintain perpetual inventory records.
• Inspect and replenish emergency medication boxes as needed.

Qualifications / Desired Experience:

• Bachelors degree in pharmacy.
• Licensed pharmacist in good standing with the Pennsylvania State Board of Pharmacy.
• Minimum of one year pharmacist experience; long-term care experience preferred.
• Proficiency with QS1, Docutrack, and PCC pharmacy operating systems.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as sitting, standing, utilizing fine motor skills, and lifting up to 30 pounds.
• Strong visual acuity to ensure accuracy in medication verification.

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday: 8:00 AM 6:00 PM
• Saturday: 8:00 AM 4:00 PM
• Sunday: 8:00 AM 3:00 PM

This position provides a critical role in supporting pharmaceutical care for vulnerable populations in long-term care and hospice environments. It offers a 3-month contract-to-hire arrangement, ideal for pharmacists seeking stability while contributing to clinical excellence.

Qualified candidates with a commitment to patient safety and experience in long-term care pharmacy are encouraged to apply. Take the next step in your pharmacy career by submitting your application today.