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Pharmacist - per diem
Company : Select Medical
Location : Latrobe, PA, 15650
Job Type : Per Diem
Date Posted : 29 December 2025
Overview
Position: Pharmacist
Location: Select Specialty Hospital - Laurel Highlands (located inside Latrobe Hospital)
Schedule: PRN/coverage as neededCompensation: $60.00 per hour
Select Specialty Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and Pharmacists play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent care every step of the way.
Why Join Us:
- Start Strong: Extensive and thorough pharmacy orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
- Advance Your Nurse: Tuition reimbursement, and continuing education opportunities.
- Elevate Your Skills: Clinical ladder program.
- Ease the Burden: Student debt benefit program.
- Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
- Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan, as well as life and disability protection
- Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 nationwide committed to providing exceptional care.
Responsibilities
- As the Pharmacist, you will be responsible for having a working knowledge of all areas of pharmaceutical services including drug distribution systems, central operations and IV admixture.
- Providing clinical support of the hospital pharmacy function in a fast paced environment.
- Maintaining adequate drug supplies at the pharmacy at all times.
- Correctly informing and instructing patients on any drugs to be used after they are discharged.
- Developing and participating in new employee training and education programs.
- Participating in patient drug therapy monitoring.
- Promoting an environment of continuous quality improvement.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires successful completion of all educational requirements as mandated for state licensure.
- Current State licensure required.
- BLS if required by State.
Preferred Qualifications
- Pharm D or BS Pharm plus advanced degree or completion of hospital pharmacy residency.
Additional Data
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
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Frequently asked questions
Latrobe’s healthcare sector is growing steadily, and demand for per diem pharmacists at specialty hospitals like Select Medical is moderate but rising. Candidates with advanced credentials and flexibility in scheduling tend to stand out, given the critical nature of inpatient post-ICU care in this region.
Pharmacists in Pennsylvania must hold a valid state license, and some employers, including Select Medical, may require BLS certification depending on hospital protocols. Advanced degrees or residencies can enhance candidacy, especially in specialized hospital settings.
Expect to manage drug distribution systems, oversee IV admixture, ensure pharmacy stock levels, and provide patient drug counseling upon discharge. Clinical support in a fast-paced environment and involvement in staff training are key parts of the role.
Per diem pharmacists enjoy scheduling flexibility, filling in as needed without a fixed weekly commitment. While clinical duties remain similar, per diem roles often require rapid adaptability and readiness to support varying shifts in critical care settings.
Yes, Select Medical provides education benefits including tuition reimbursement and opportunities for continuing education, supporting professional growth and skill advancement even for per diem staff.
At $60 per hour, this rate is competitive within Latrobe and surrounding areas, reflecting specialized hospital work and per diem flexibility. It aligns well with mid-to-high range pharmacist per diem compensation in Pennsylvania’s healthcare market.
Handling complex medication regimens for chronically ill, post-ICU patients requires strong clinical judgment. Pharmacists must be proficient with IV admixtures and ready to educate patients on discharge medications, all while supporting rapid clinical decisions in a dynamic environment.
Commuting is generally manageable within a 20-30 mile radius, though rural road conditions can vary seasonally. Many per diem pharmacists value the hospital’s location inside Latrobe Hospital for ease of access and community integration.
Starting in a per diem capacity can lead to full-time opportunities and advancement through clinical ladder programs. Select Medical’s emphasis on education and skill development supports pharmacists in gaining specialized expertise and leadership roles.
Their generous PTO policy and flexible scheduling options help per diem pharmacists recharge effectively. This balance is critical in high-stress environments like critical illness recovery hospitals, promoting sustained job satisfaction.