Overview Company
Rockefeller University pioneered the concept of the modern bioscience institute and has spent the past 124 years refining it to excellence. Renowned worldwide as one of the most prestigious scientific institutions, Rockefeller attracts top talent from across the globe with a singular mission: to advance science for the betterment of humanity. The groundbreaking research happening in our labs today is poised to revolutionize medicine tomorrow.
Our unique campus offers an inspiring environment that balances quiet reflection with vibrant scientific energy, fostering a culture that values both independence and collaboration. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, recognizing that these principles enhance our mission to nurture the brightest minds in science.
Equipped with cutting-edge technology, our labs tackle the most challenging questions in their fields. Situated in New York City—a dynamic hub for biomedical innovation—our community thrives amidst a rich cultural landscape and a wealth of ideas.
Rockefeller University’s legacy of scientific excellence is unmatched, with our researchers earning 26 Nobel Prizes, 26 Lasker Awards, and 20 National Medals of Science. This success is rooted in our unwavering dedication to scientific discovery and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
This role involves a variety of important tasks, including but not limited to:
- Medication Preparation: Prepare all medications, including those for research and standard care treatments, by thoroughly reviewing and interpreting physician orders while identifying any potential therapeutic incompatibilities.
- Medication Dispensing: Accurately compound, dispense, package, and label pharmaceutical products to ensure safe and effective medication delivery.
- Medication Management: Monitor drug therapies to maintain control over medication use and provide recommendations for interventions when necessary.
- Pharmacy Operations: Organize and oversee the workflow of pharmacy technicians, ensuring the accurate preparation and labeling of pharmaceuticals. Verify order entries, charges, and conduct regular inspections to maintain operational efficiency.
- Pharmacological Support: Provide valuable pharmacological information by addressing inquiries from healthcare professionals and researchers. Counsel patients on medication therapies to promote safe and effective usage.
Required Qualifications
- Experience: At least 2 years of experience working in a hospital pharmacy setting, ideally with substantial involvement in investigational drug products and sterile product preparation.
- Licensure: Active NYS Pharmacist license in good standing.
- Technical Proficiency: Strong proficiency with hospital electronic health records (EHR), drug order entry systems, and controlled drug inventory management systems.
- Controlled Substance Dispensing: Proven experience in dispensing controlled substances within a hospital environment, including the use of automated drug dispensing systems.
- Clinical Trial Expertise: Ability to read and interpret clinical trial protocols and dispense both sterile and non-sterile drug products according to protocol guidelines independently, without supervision.
- Record Keeping and Procedure Writing: Capable of maintaining comprehensive pharmacy records consistently and drafting drug dispensing procedures without supervision.