Pharmacist
Summary
- Job Category:
- Health Care
- Job Title:
- Pharmacist
- Job Category Definition:
- This specialty includes the delivery of health care treatment and the development and management of health care-related programs. Functions include performing a variety of complex procedures, assessments, specialized exams, and client education; developing and managing programs in the health care or clinical research setting; and providing patient or research subject care and support in departmental activities and operations.
- Job Title Definition:
- The Pharmacist exercises broad oversight of a variety of activities relating to the professional specialty of pharmacy in health care and/or clinical research; includes review of prescriptions for authenticity and accuracy, client education, consultation with prescribing clinicians and working closely with pharmacy technicians and clerks to provide optimal service to pharmacy customers; serving as a resource for internal and external customers, providing sound interpretation and application of professional standards of practice and overall adherence to policies, procedures and protocols. Duties are performed at various levels within the defined title.
- Working Conditions:
- Specific physical requirements and effort are outlined in Job Responsibilities Worksheet (list of essential job duties and responsibilities specific to a particular job at the unit level) in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA).
- Other Requirements:
- Licensed to practice Pharmacy in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- Compliance with OSHA regulations, Standard Precautions for bloodborne pathogens and specific standards of practice within the appropriate discipline
Levels
Level 3
| Job Code | Salary Band | FLSA Status |
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| HCHC0703 | M | Exempt |
Level 3 positions typically demonstrate proficient and comprehensive knowledge of defined skill areas/applications to integrate fundamental elements from other specialties into work assignments; apply knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field of specialization to complete difficult assignments; promote a culture that is conducive to effective relationships among diverse team members; ensure safe practices and environmental consciousness are exhibited in decisions; may lead a project team involved in completion of difficult assignments, requiring proficient knowledge of field of specialization; interpret and communicate information, ideas and instructions clearly, accurately and persuasively both verbally and in writing including materials intended for distribution; incorporate new facts and ideas into group processes and apply creative thinking to develop new solutions; typically work with minimal supervision on difficult assignments, conferring with manager on unusual matters.
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3+ years related experience Bachelor’s Degree or higher in an applicable Pharmacy discipline Or an equivalent combination of education and experience Required Certifications, Registrations or Licensure: Licensed as a Pharmacist in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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This profile is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions in this job title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties should not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.
Level 4
| Job Code | Salary Band | FLSA Status |
|---|---|---|
| HCHC0704 | N | Exempt |
Level 4 positions typically demonstrate advanced knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field of specialization and complete complex assignments; integrate complex elements from other specialties into work assignments; demonstrate a strong commitment to inclusionary practices which support diversity throughout the University; establish a shared vision and take responsibility for the achievement of team goals, and provide direction for appropriate implementation of plans; present ideas, concepts and instructions in a clear manner, and use persuasion and negotiation to build consensus and cooperation; ensure safe practices and environmental consciousness are exhibited in decisions; develop new techniques, concepts, theories, programs or solutions and apply them to complex strategic operating issues; typically work independently on complex work assignments, review progress and evaluate results and update management as appropriate; may direct and delegate work to lower-level staff.
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5+ years related experience Master’s Degree or higher in an applicable Pharmacy discipline Or an equivalent combination of education and experience Required Certifications, Registrations or Licensure: Licensed as a Pharmacist in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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This profile is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions in this job title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties should not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.
Level 5
| Job Code | Salary Band | FLSA Status |
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| HCHC0705 | O | Exempt |
Level 5 positions typically extend mastery of job knowledge to the principles, theories and practices of related specialties; expand knowledge of best practices and incorporate into all work assignments and procedures; evaluate and enhance current practices and efforts to ensure optimal support of diversity; oversee leadership of teams and projects that involve extensive cooperation and coordination between multiple departments across the University or with external customers; prepare written and/or verbal presentations or proposals on highly complex issues and deliver to a broad variety of audiences; identify and implement innovative solutions to important, highly complex strategic and/or operational issues which may involve unusual circumstances and incomplete or conflicting data; ensure safe practices and environmental consciousness are exhibited in decisions; work independently on highly complex or strategic assignments; may direct and supervise lower-level staff.
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8+ years related experience Master’s Degree or higher in an applicable Pharmacy discipline Or an equivalent combination of education and experience Required Certifications, Registrations or Licensure: Licensed as a Pharmacist in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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This profile is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions in this job title and should not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties should not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.