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About the Role

The Staff Pharmacist assists with various pharmacy operations under the supervision of the Pharmacist in Charge. This role ensures compliance with patient care quality standards and prepares, labels, and dispenses medications. The position requires strong communication skills and attention to detail, adhering to policies and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervises personnel and participates in all aspects of pharmacy workflow including data entry, prescription fulfillment, final verification, and dispensing in the absence of the PIC.
• Ensures compliance with patient care quality standards for all age groups.
• Prepares, labels, and dispenses medications as ordered by physicians or other qualified prescribers.
• Maintains appropriate records for all medications and pharmaceutical supplies.
• Prepares, labels, and dispenses medications for all age groups according to accepted standards of practice.
• Performs computer order-entry functions accurately and timely.
• Assists in maintaining an acceptable inventory of medications and supplies under proper storage and security conditions.
• Supervises and verifies appropriate and accurate drug distribution tasks performed by support and technical staff.
• Effectively uses all necessary forms of informatics.
• Performs other duties as needed or assigned.
• Performs all aspects of pharmacy operations in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces medical/healthcare errors.
• Interprets medication orders, monitors drug regimens, and performs interventions when clarification or therapeutic problems are identified.
• Meets and maintains competencies to perform required duties.
• Assists with adherence packaging and education of use.
• Promotes the use of cost-effective drug therapy.
• Documents activities per departmental policies.
• Provides general drug information services when necessary.
• Assists in the training and orientation of new employees.
• Demonstrates the ability to counsel patients, families, and/or caregivers.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Monitors department activities and takes appropriate action for efficient and effective operation.
• Assists with staffing problems and suggests ways to efficiently distribute workflow.
• Supervises support personnel in a consistent and fair manner.
• Demonstrates the ability to prioritize, effectively organize workload, and problem-solve.
• Looks for meaningful ways to add value to the management team and partner organizations.
• Completes annual continuing education requirements.
• Obtains and maintains Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) Certification, as necessary.
• Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
• Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.
• Follows accepted standards of practice and adheres to federal, state, and local regulations, as well as organizational policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Graduation from a School of Pharmacy accredited by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education; Baccalaureate or PharmD degree required.
• Current and valid registration and licensure by the State Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacist.
• Abide by and uphold the privacy rule standards of HIPAA.
• Ability to lift twenty (20) pounds, moving, lifting, or carrying boxes.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Fine Motor Skills.
• Visual Acuity.
• Regularly required to stand and talk or hear.
• Frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach forward with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Skills

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to perform detailed work
• Moderate computer knowledge

Education Level

• Baccalaureate or PharmD degree required