Pharmacist (Full Time)

Job Overview

• We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Pharmacist to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and effective use of medications for our patients. You will be responsible for providing pharmaceutical care, conducting patient assessments, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to optimize medication therapy. A strong foundation in anatomy, physiology, and medical management is essential for success in this role.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Individual may not be on the government exclusion lists as determined by the Office of Inspector General (OIG) and System for Award Management (SAM)
• While on duty, ensures that the pharmacy complies with all state and federal laws, regulations and rules governing the practice of pharmacy
• Ensures that all pharmacy records and inventories are maintained in accordance with state and federal laws, regulations and rules
• Remains active and in good standing with all licensing requirements of the governing state board of pharmacy
• During the two (2) year reporting period, pharmacist completes the state-required continuing education units (CEU), which are approved by the Accreditation Council for Pharmaceutical Education (ACPE)
• Notifies the governing state board of pharmacy immediately with regard to the individual leaving employment
• Notifies the governing state board of pharmacy of any address changes
• While on duty, wears appropriate name and position identification, indicating self as pharmacist
• Compounds and dispenses prescribed medications, drugs, and other pharmaceuticals for patient care by performing the following duties
• Reviews prescriptions issued by Physician, or other authorized prescriber to assure accuracy and determine formulas and ingredients needed
• Receives patient prescriptions by various means: oral, written, fax or electronic, as well as, those transferred from other pharmacies
• Compounds medications, using standard formulas and processes such as weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients
• Directs pharmacy workers engaged in mixing, packaging, and labeling pharmaceuticals
• Answers questions and provides counseling to pharmacy customers on drug interactions, side effects, dosage, storage of pharmaceuticals and any other information related to patient care, as deemed appropriate, using own professional judgment
• While on duty, maintains established procedures concerning quality assurance, security of pharmacy and controlled substances, and disposal of hazardous waste drugs
• Enters data such as patient name, prescribed medication, and cost, to maintain pharmacy files, charge system, and inventory
• Performs drug utilization reviews accurately for all patient records
• Assays medications to determine identity, purity, and strength
• Instructs interns and other pharmacy personnel on matters pertaining to pharmacy
• Other duties may be assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each

essential duty satisfactorily.

• The requirements listed below are representative of the

knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to

enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations – Current pharmacist license (Must be in

good standing)

• Education and/or Experience – B.S. in Pharmacy or Pharm D.
• Language Skills – Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business

periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.

• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Mathematical Skills – Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages,

ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

• Reasoning Ability – Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of

concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to

interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

• Computer Skills – To perform this job successfully, an individual should have

working knowledge of pharmacy software ie: Rx-30, Internet, and word processing systems.

• Physical Demands – The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions