Hospital | Pharmacist - PA

Inpatient Pharmacist – Overnight Contract in Philadelphia, PA

Experienced inpatient pharmacist wanted for an overnight hospital pharmacy contract in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, supporting safe medication services during a pharmacy operations and technology transition. This temporary pharmacist opportunity is ideal for a licensed Pennsylvania pharmacist who works independently overnight and collaborates with pharmacy technicians and clinical teams to support 24-hour inpatient medication needs.

Located in Philadelphia’s vibrant University City area, this role offers the opportunity to join a prominent healthcare community surrounded by academic institutions, cultural attractions, diverse dining, and convenient urban access. Apply now to advance your inpatient pharmacy career through this Philadelphia healthcare opportunity.

Inpatient Pharmacist Contract Details

• Location: Philadelphia, PA 19104
• Healthcare Setting: On-site inpatient hospital pharmacy
• Position Type: Temporary pharmacist contract
• Assignment Duration: 13 weeks; anticipated January through April 2027
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,490–$2,670
• Pharmacist Shift: Overnight, 8-hour shifts; either 10:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m. or 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.
• Schedule: Seven-day-per-week coverage, with potential for a 7-on/7-off rotation
• Hours: Approximately 40 hours per week

Hospital Pharmacist Job Requirements

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited program
• Active, unrestricted Pennsylvania pharmacist license
• At least 1 year of inpatient hospital pharmacy experience
• Strong knowledge of medication order verification, inpatient medication distribution, unit-dose, cart-fill, or centralized pharmacy workflows
• Ability to coordinate or oversee pharmacy technician activities
• Experience working independently during overnight pharmacist shifts
• Excellent attention to detail, sound clinical judgment, and a strong commitment to medication safety
• Preferred: Experience with automated dispensing, packaging, robotic medication management systems, or pharmacy technology implementation
• Preferred: Familiarity with hospital pharmacy information systems and operational transitions

Inpatient Pharmacy Responsibilities

• Oversee overnight inpatient pharmacy operations related to medication preparation, packaging, verification, and distribution
• Review and verify medication orders and patient-specific medication lists according to established procedures
• Provide pharmacist oversight for medication picking, packing, sorting, and distribution activities
• Ensure accurate preparation and verification of medications required for the upcoming 24-hour patient care period
• Collaborate with pharmacy technicians to maintain efficient, accurate, and safe medication workflows
• Support pharmacy operations involving automated and robotic medication management systems
• Monitor medication inventory, storage, and distribution processes
• Identify and resolve medication discrepancies and operational issues
• Maintain compliance with pharmacy policies, medication safety standards, and applicable regulatory requirements
• Communicate with pharmacy leadership and clinical teams to support continuity of medication services during operational changes

Apply now for this overnight inpatient pharmacist contract and join a hospital pharmacy team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.