CLINICAL PHARMACIST (Per Diem) - Temple Health/Chestnut Hill Hospital
Compensation
Pay not disclosed
Listing transparency1 of 6 stated
Ask the employer about the pay range, the work setting and weekend coverage.
- Employment & setting
- Per Diem
- Call expectations
- Includes call
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
The Pharmacist reviews all medication orders received from Physicians and Physician Extenders and dispenses medications after assuring that drug, dose, frequency, and route of administration are appropriate.
Reviews patient allergies, past medical history, drug interactions and lab information for any potential clinical conflicts prior to dispensing medications. Responsible for inventory control. Provides drug information support for other healthcare team members.
The Pharmacist oversees the work of all pharmacy students and technicians in the preparation of medications to ensure accuracy and safety in the medication use process. The Pharmacist collaborates with the Health Care Team on the planning for continuum of care and discharge planning.
Education
- Bachelor's Degree College of Pharmacy accredited by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education Required
- Doctorate Degree PharmD Preferred
Experience
1 year experience working in hospital, or Advanced Pharmacy Practice Experience (APPE) in a clinical setting Preferred
- Licenses
- PA Pharmacist License Required
- Basic Life Support Preferred
Key Responsibilities
The pharmacist reviews medication orders for clinical appropriateness and manages inventory control within the hospital setting. They also provide drug information support and oversee the work of pharmacy students and technicians to ensure safety.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree from an accredited College of Pharmacy and a Pennsylvania Pharmacist License. One year of hospital experience or advanced clinical practice experience is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
Certifications
Key Skills
Pharmacist Career Context
Of the 50 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 34% are remote, 54% have no call, 62% require no weekends.
Pharmacy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Top Pharmacist Jobs
33 matches · ranked by paySalary Distribution27 jobs
Annual compensation range
Benefits & Perks27 jobs
Share of similar jobs offering each benefit
Clinical Pharmacist - Pharmaceutical Services
Inland Empire Health Plan · California
Pharmacist - Long Term Care - Full Time
CVS Health · Minneapolis, Minnesota
Dispensing Pharmacist - Long Term Care - Full Time
$55.53-$93.08/hrPharmacy Clinical Coordinator Pharmacist Full Time Day Shift Marianjoy
$70.93-$88.66/hr