Osastofarmaseutti

We are seeking a ward pharmacist for a permanent position at Päijät-Hämeen keskussairaala in Lahti. The hospital pharmacy operating within the Päijät-Häme region provides medicines logistics services to the health care district. About 55 professionals work in the hospital pharmacy, with nearly 30 on wards. In addition to drug deliveries, our focus areas include drug preparation, preparing cytostatic agents, and ward pharmacy. You will join a multidisciplinary team and work on the surgical ward R3 (orthopedics and traumatology; 25–30 beds). The role will be evolved into a clinical pharmacy specialist position in collaboration with other professionals. Tasks include updating patients’ medication lists in the patient information system, performing medication reviews, and supporting smooth ward care and safe transitions to further care or home. You will educate patients on correct medication use and address medication-related challenges in collaboration with patients and ward staff. This work aims to promote safe, effective, and impactful pharmacotherapy. Developing medication-use processes is a central part of the role. You will also be responsible for preparing IV medications, receiving pharmacotherapy evidence, training care staff, and delivering various medication information. On surgical wards R4 and R5 two other ward pharmacists work alongside you, providing collegial support. There is also a ward medication worker in the logistics of medicines, and new technologies such as smart medication cabinets have been adopted. We value strong clinical pharmacy expertise, independent and proactive work attitude, good self-management, and excellent collaboration and communication skills. An interest in learning and developing activities is also appreciated. We offer a comprehensive orientation, so be bold and step into the fascinating world of clinical pharmacy. You are important to us, and we support your well-being with comprehensive occupational health services and employee benefits. As a member of our work community you will enjoy: a proud professional community and a supportive atmosphere that keeps motivation high; flexible work-life balance and we participate in the Perheystävällinen työpaikka program of Väestöliitto; occupational health services and the MyCare health app. We also value quality leisure time and offer vacation entitlements and company events. Each employee is a member of Pähe ry, the employee union. Päijät-Hämeen maakuntakeskus Lahti is a city close to everything with rich nearby nature and culture. We require authorization as a pharmacist under the Health Care Professionals Act (559/94) and vaccination protection under the Communicable Diseases Act. The selected person must present a health certificate and a drug testing certificate. A security clearance will be conducted with the person’s consent. The trial period is 6 months. Working language is Finnish; fluent written and spoken Finnish is expected. If you are interested, please apply soon as the position will be filled as soon as a suitable person is found. Welcome to work with us and join our skilled team!