Pharmacist - $54-81 per hour

United Health Services is seeking a Pharmacist for a job in Johnson City, New York.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Pharmacist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: Ongoing
• 28 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Staff

Work Environment

• All work is performed in offices that require working in close quarters with other employees. The pharmacy settings are air conditioned / heated.
• Adequate protective wear available for handling certain drugs (i.e., chemo) such as a mask, gown and gloves. Gloves and goggles are available for other procedures as necessary.
• Distribution of Medications – walking, standing, lifting, carrying, pushing, manual dexterity, reading
• Drug Information / Clinical Activities – sitting, talking, vision, fingering, manual dexterity, reading
• Keyboarding / Computer – Manual dexterity, sitting, grasping, vision, reaching 6”
• Answering Telephones – reaching 6”, fingering, hearing
• Compounding – walking, standing, lifting, carrying, pushing, manual dexterity, reading
• Equipment Used: carts, computer, printer, pharmacy robotics, phones and fax machines
• Employees are required to have reasonable access to transportation to meet work requirements made in the ordinary course of business in a timely and efficient manner.

Age of Patients Served

• All Age Groups

HIPAA Roles-Based Access to Patient Information

• All – Access to patient information, including restricted information – Level 4

Staff Supervised

• Not Applicable

Job Responsibilities

• Review medication orders for appropriateness (dose, route, frequency, indication, interactions, allergies)

• Verify and dispense physician-ordered medications in accordance with hospital protocols

• Perform medication reconciliation upon patient admission, transfer, and discharge

• Monitor patient therapy outcomes and adjust or recommend changes to optimize treatment

• Provide drug information to healthcare providers, patients, and caregivers

• Evaluate and prevent adverse drug events and medication errors

• Ensure compliance with hospital formulary and therapeutic guidelines

• Maintain inventory control of medications, including controlled substances

• Document all activities in the electronic health record (Epic)

• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations

• Precept pharmacy students and residents in clinical and operational settings

Position Qualifications

Minimum Required:

• A Bachelor’s of Science Degree (B.S.) or Pharm.D. in Pharmacy from an accredited college or university

• Licensed as a Pharmacist in New York State or NYS internship permit

Preferred:

• One year experience as a pharmacist

United Health Services (UHS) is seeking a dedicated Pharmacist to join our inpatient pharmacy team. The Pharmacist will ensure the safe and accurate administration of medications by verifying the clinical appropriateness of prescribed treatments and overseeing proper delivery methods, thereby promoting patient safety and optimizing therapeutic outcomes.

United Health Services Job ID #R0000011266. Posted job title: Patient Care Pharmacist, Inpatient Pharmacy

About United Health Services

United Health Services (UHS) is more than a healthcare system. We are a compassionate, people-focused organization dedicated to improving the health of the communities that we serve.

As a locally owned, not-for-profit network, our team of more than 7,000 caregivers and professionals is united by the shared purpose to deliver safe, patient-centered care.

At UHS, every role matters. However you contribute, you will be part of a supportive, connected culture that values your voice and encourages growth. We are committed to helping you thrive through meaningful benefits, development opportunities, and a strong sense of belonging. Here, you are not just building a career—you are making a difference every day in the lives of others.

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Benefits

• Holiday Pay
• Continuing Education
• 403b retirement plan
• Pet insurance
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1
• License and certification reimbursement
• Life insurance