THE POSITION

The Chief Pharmacist position at Norristown State Hospital provides a dynamic setting where your leadership shapes essential hospital services. You will oversee vital pharmacy functions that help ensure patients receive the best possible care. This role allows you to drive improvements, support staff growth, and maintain high standards. It is an exciting chance to advance both your career and the agency mission.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This role leads and coordinates all pharmacy operations that support patient care across the hospital. You will manage systems, staff, and compliance activities that ensure safe and efficient pharmaceutical services. As a Chief Pharmacist, you will perform the following duties:

• Pharmacy Oversight: Plan and supervise pharmacy services in alignment with hospital policies
• System Management: Maintain and update pharmacy computer systems and electronic records
• Fiscal Audits: Handle financial reviews, cost accounting, and pharmaceutical procurement
• Performance Review: Develop and maintain criteria-based programs that monitor service quality
• Training Leadership: Coordinate educational programs for pharmacy and hospital personnel
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure proper oversight of controlled substances under all regulations

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with 60-minute lunch.
• Overtime as needed
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. 
• The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirement:

• Two years of experience as a pharmacist in a hospital pharmacy.

Special Requirement:

• This position requires possession of a license to practice pharmacy as issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Pharmacy.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines. 
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  • Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

Last day to Apply : 10/18/2026

Link to Apply:https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/5499299/chief-pharmacist-1st-shift-norristown-state-hospital