Pharmacist - 240628

We are currently seeking a LTC Pharmacist for a growing, closed-door pharmacy that is committed to delivering high-quality pharmaceutical care to long-term care facilities. As we expand, we are seeking a dedicated and professional Pharmacist to join our team and contribute to the success of our mission.

Title: Pharmacist

Hours: Rotating Schedule (Morning, Mid, Evenings rotating weekends) - open 9 AM - 11 PM

Pay: $62-65/hour

Location: Indianapolis, Indiana 46278

Responsibilities:

• Prescription Review & Accuracy: Review prescriptions issued by physicians or authorized prescribers to ensure accuracy, determine required formulas and ingredients.
• Medication Compounding: Compound both sterile and non-sterile medications by following standard formulas and processes, including weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients.
• Team Leadership: Oversee pharmacy employees involved in mixing, packaging, labeling, and prescription order changes to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
• Prescription Fulfillment: Ensure the timely and efficient intake and fulfillment of prescription orders.
• Medication Counseling: Provide support and counsel to nursing facility staff regarding prescription and over-the-counter medications, as well as medication therapy.
• Health Education: Offer advice to nursing staff on health topics like diet, exercise, stress management, and provide information on healthcare products.
• Inventory & Record Management: Establish and maintain proper storage and record-keeping systems for medicines and pharmaceuticals.
• Customer Service: Foster open communication with internal and external customers, enhancing cooperation and improving pharmacy service.
• Accountability: Take ownership of all pharmacy production duties and achieve branch goals.
• On-Call Support: Provide after-hours, weekend, and holiday support as part of the on-call rotation.
• Communication & Process Improvement: Assist in improving communication, quality improvements, and prescription order accuracy. Develop and maintain interactions with physicians, residents, and facility administrators.
• Staff Education & Training: Support pharmacy staff training, evaluation, and development, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy from an accredited college or school of pharmacy.
• Licensure: Active state pharmacy license required. Must be willing to obtain licensure for multiple states upon request.
• Experience: Long-term care pharmacy experience is preferred but not required. Supervisory experience is a plus.

Required Skills:

• Strong leadership abilities and the capability to manage multiple associates.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint or other Windows-based software programs.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding patient and company information.
• Ability to relate professionally and work cooperatively with patients, families, and staff at all levels.

Preferred Skills:

• Long-term care (LTC) pharmacy experience is a plus but not required.
• Eagerness to learn and grow in the pharmaceutical field.