What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Pharmacist position at The Wesley Community?
Staff Pharmacist
Full Time | Day Shift | 9am-5:30pm | | Monday-Friday
Includes Occasional On-Call
** Pay rate between $50-55/hour **
The Wesley Community is no longer requiring employees to be vaccinated for COVID-19!
Everything we do at The Wesley Community is guided by our Core Values which form the acronym "CARES". These Core Values are COMPASSION, ACCOUNTABILITY, RESPECT, EXCELLENCE and SPIRIT. It's more than a job: it's caring that starts in the heart.
What will I do as a Staff Pharmacist for The Wesley Community?
- Assist in planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the pharmaceutical programs and activities of this facility, assuming responsibility for all aspects of pharmaceutical services in the absence of the Supervising Pharmacist.
- Assist in developing, administering and maintaining written policies and procedures that govern the operation of the facility's pharmaceutical services.
- Assist in reviewing department policies and procedures, at least annually, and participate in making recommended changes.
- Interpret the facility's pharmaceutical policies and procedures to employees, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, etc., as necessary.
- Assure that all nursing services staff follow the facility's established pharmaceutical policies and procedures.
- Assure proper maintenance of patient profiles and physician's orders.
- Assume the responsibility of maintaining unit dose carts.
- In the absence of the Director, represent the facility in dealings with outside agencies, including governmental agencies and third-party payers.
- Make oral and written reports/recommendations to the Director of Pharmacy concerning the operation of the pharmacy department.
- Maintain an adequate liaison with families and residents as necessary.
- Ensure that public information (policy manuals, etc.,) describing pharmaceutical services are accurate and fully descriptive.
- Assist in reviewing and developing a plan of correction for pharmaceutical deficiencies noted during survey inspections and submit recommendations to the Director of Pharmacy.
- Assist in routinely inspecting the facility to ensure that established pharmaceutical policies and procedures are being implemented and followed.
- Assist the Infection Control Coordinator in identifying, evaluating, and classifying routine and job-related pharmacy functions.
- Assure that physicians' orders are checked to ensure that residents are receiving medications as ordered by the attending physician. Report errors to the Director of Pharmacy, the Director of Nursing and/or the Medical Director.
- Assure that drugs and biologicals are approved and dispensed in compliance with federal and state laws as well as our established policies and procedures.
- Dispense, handle, and store-controlled substances (Class 2, 3, 4 and 5) in accordance with State and Federal laws, rules and regulations.
- Assure that all drugs dispensed will meet the standards established by the United States Pharmacopoeia, the New York State Board of Pharmacy and the Federal Food and Drug Administration.
- Assist in maintaining monthly reviews of the drug regimen of each resident. Report any irregularities to the Director of Pharmacy.
- Participate in discharge planning, the development and implementation of resident care plans, assessments, drug regimen reviews, etc., as necessary or as may be required.
- Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting such to the Director of Pharmacy as required.
- Assist in standardizing the methods in which work will be accomplished.
- Assure that pharmaceutical areas are maintained in a clean and safe manner.
- Assure that reference material, policy and procedure manuals, etc., are readily available to the nursing staff.
- Assure that labeling of drugs and biologicals are in compliance with existing regulations, as well as our established policies and procedures.
- Assist in providing the Pharmaceutical Services Committee (or the QA Committee) with written reports, as required, of the facility's pharmaceutical service and staff performance.
- Report drug errors, irregularities, drug reactions, etc., to the Director of Pharmacy as soon as possible.
- Participate in approved continuing education programs and maintain sufficient continuing education credits to renew NYS Pharmacy License per DOH regulations.
- Assume the responsibility for filling Employee prescriptions.
- Assure that drugs and biologicals are stored in locked compartments and under proper temperature controls.
- Assure that Schedule II drugs are stored under double lock and key.
- Provide emergency on call Pharmacy service.
- Participate in surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies.
Staff Pharmacist Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from accredited Pharmacy College.
- Current, unencumbered New York State Pharmacy License.
- Experience in long-term care, in-house pharmacy preferred.
- Current New York State Pharmacy registration.
The Wesley Community strives to have its employees be a part of a culture of excellence and to enjoy their work. Our team is also committed to making sure our employees are rewarded for superior effort and performance and get a chance to have fun as part of their employment experience at The Wesley Community.
We offer competitive and team-focused Employee Benefits to include:
- Competitive pay incentive compensation
- A full benefits package
- Paid vacation, sick, and personal time
- Paid Holidays
- Flexible scheduling options
- NEW, Daily Pay Option
- A 401K retirement plan
- Tuition assistance and nursing scholarships
- Opportunities for growth and development
- A caring and supportive teamwork environment
- Perks such as self-care support and on-site prescription fills
- A fun work environment including theme weeks, recognition events, and opportunities for staff involvement
- Member of The National Association of Health Care Assistants (NAHCA)
About the Wesley Community:
For over 40 years, The Wesley Community has provided services and programs with a commitment to compassion, caring and excellence. Our distinctive continuum of care offers a unique balance of community living and care giving that ensures quality of life at every stage of life.
We are a mission driven, not-for-profit organization that puts people first. We are proud of our reputation for excellence, innovation, and a personal approach to care and services. We encourage and support our residents in their efforts to achieve their goals, and we treat them respectfully.
Salary : $50 - $55
