What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacist position at Jackson Healthcare Government Services, LLC?
PLACE OF PERFORMANCE:
The work performed under this contract will be at Kirk Army Health Clinic, Aberdeen, MD.
SCHEDULING:
Contract HCW's shall generally work Monday through Friday, eight hours per day, for example 0730 to 1630, 0830 to 1700, 0900 -1730, and 1000 - 1830.
The Contract HCW will take either a 30 or 60 minute lunch break depending on the pharmacy schedule, this constitutes a non-paid break.
A regular scheduled duty week will not exceed 40 hours. Absences such as vacation shall be coordinated and approved at least 30 days in advance and mutually agreed upon by the COR and the Contractor. Scheduled absences are limited to two (2) weeks.
CORE DUTIES:
A working knowledge of pharmacy computer systems such as CHCS computer system.
Perform a full range of pharmacist procedures.
Deliver comprehensive pharmaceutical services within the personnel, supply, and equipment capabilities of the facility.
Counsel patients regarding appropriate use of medications.
Review patient profiles at the time of dispensing in order to closely monitor medication therapy.
Ensure prescription directions for use, dose, medication interactions, therapeutic duplications or overlaps, allergy information, age specific dosage, and other pertinent data are appropriate for individual patients. Intervention with providers shall be made for noted discrepancy of above listed items.
Compound medications as required.
Ensure accuracy of all pharmaceutical products prepared or processed by technical staff.
Work closely with clinical staff in developing patient wellness programs such as smoking cessation programs and asthma classes.
Provide medication information and medication therapy guidelines to the clinical staff as required.
Provide medication and healthcare related in service training to clinical staff on new medications on the market; appropriate use of medications; comparison of current medication therapies; and other topics as deemed appropriate by the department head.
Provide clinical direction to pharmacy personnel.
Supervise inventory control of all pharmaceuticals in the pharmacy, especially scheduled pharmaceuticals, and ensure pharmacy security. Maintain appropriate records and security of all scheduled controlled substances according to applicable regulations.
Consult with other specialty practitioners to provide optimal patient pharmaceutical care.
Ensure that work areas are clean and safe according to applicable regulations.
Document significant medication interactions, and pharmacy interactions with prescribers.
MINUMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Degree: Bachelor's degree in pharmacy.
Education: Graduate from a college or university accredited by the Accreditation Council on Pharmaceutical Education (ACPE).
Certifications: Basic Life Support Certification
Experience: One year of experience within the last two years as a pharmacist.
Board Certification: None
Licensure/Registration: Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a pharmacist.
Legal Authorization to Work in the United States: Health Care Workers performing under this contract must be a U.S. Citizen.
Overview
Jackson Healthcare Government Services is an innovator in the delivery of healthcare workforce solutions across the nation, leading the way as a comprehensive healthcare professional and support staffing, technology and program management partner to federal, state and municipal government agencies of all types and sizes.
EEO Statement
Jackson Healthcare is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all of our associates.
