Licensed Pharmacist (Contract)

University of Maryland•College Park, MD

11d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a licensed pharmacist position. The pharmacist is critical to the University Health Center (UHC). The pharmacist will be responsible for dispensing medications to the students, faculty, staff, and affiliates of the University of Maryland in accordance with local, state, and federal pharmacy laws. This includes all aspects of workflow from typing up, filling, checking and ringing prescriptions and over the counter (OTC) items. The pharmacist will be responsible for maintaining accurate documentation and inventory of medications and other pharmacy supplies. The pharmacist may be assigned other duties as needed by the pharmacy manager. The pharmacist should be able to administer vaccinations independently.

Requirements

Maryland Board of Pharmacy License
Maryland Certification to Administer Vaccinations
CPR Certification
Maintain licensure and certification for the duration of employment.
Doctorate in Pharmacy (PharmD).
Three (3) years of experience as a pharmacist in a retail setting.
Knowledge of local, state, and federal pharmacy laws.
Knowledge of pharmacy standards of practice.
Knowledge of federal confidentiality and HIPAA/FERPA regulations.
Skill in communication and interpersonal relations.
Skill in customer service.
Ability to use computer software for prescription drug management and point-of-sale transactions.
Ability to manage drug interactions, resolve contraindications, and recommend appropriate therapy for any given diagnosis.
Ability to research the medical literature for evidence-based information regarding any specific drug.
Ability to resolve complex third-party payer rejections and process prior authorizations.
Ability to multitask and work accurately in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Able to work Monday through Friday, on campus, during operations hours 9 am to 5 pm for a 3-6 month engagement.
Minimum of 1 year of experience in a retail or customer-facing environment required.

Responsibilities

Dispensing medications to students, faculty, staff, and affiliates of the University of Maryland in accordance with local, state, and federal pharmacy laws.
Managing all aspects of workflow from typing up, filling, checking and ringing prescriptions and over the counter (OTC) items.
Maintaining accurate documentation and inventory of medications and other pharmacy supplies.
Administering vaccinations independently.
Conducting independent vaccination events as assigned.
Directing and delegating tasks to technicians and student employees as appropriate.
Performing cash, credit, and check reconciliation and deposits.