Pharmacist PRN/As Needed
Quad
GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB
The Pharmacist is responsible for the timely and effective provision of pharmaceutical care by means of review of patient therapy; interpretation and processing of medication orders; monitoring and managing drug therapy; discharge counseling to assure the continuum of care; monitoring and supporting the drug distribution system; and the provision of frontline drug information support for other healthcare team members.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
+ Dispense pharmaceuticals and limited Durable Medical Equipment as prescribed
+ Prepare or supervise the preparation of liquid medicines, ointments, powders, tablets, and other medications
+ Check prescriptions for correct dosage and for drug interactions and incompatibilities
+ Verify patient information for every new and refilled prescription
+ Compound prescribed medications not commercially available when necessary
+ Ensure proper storage of pharmaceuticals stocked in the pharmacy
+ Work collaboratively with providers to provide optimal pharmaceutical care
+ Provide patient education/consultation to customers for all new and refilled prescriptions and on OTC (over the counter) medicines as required
+ Perform order entry of prescriptions into the pharmacy database when technicians are not present
+ Contact physicians and benefits providers as necessary to process a prescription
+ Provide a professional and confidential environment for customers on all occasions
+ Maintain strict confidentiality of PHI and adhere to HIPAA guidelines
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education:
+ Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
+ Doctor of Pharmacy Degree preferred
Experience:
+ Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a clinical setting if no Doctorate
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
+ Active pharmacist license in the state of practice, multi-state licensure preferred.
+ Current CPR (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 60 days of hire
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
+ Ability to work standing for most of your shift
+ Strong customer service skills
+ Stong written and oral communication skills
+ Strong computer skills
+ Proven organizational and time management skills
+ Ability to exercise good judgement
+ Considerable knowledge of drug interactions and side effects of medications
+ Ability to prepare, compound, and dispense medications with accuracy
+ Bilingual a plus
+ Proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion
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