Pharmacist Consultant

PharMerica•Tampa, FL

About The Position

PharMerica is hiring a Pharmacist Consultant in Orlando, FL! Join our closed-door pharmacy team where you’ll work in a non-retail environment, dedicated to meeting the pharmaceutical needs of long-term care and senior living clients. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional service and high-quality care, we want to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team committed to making a difference! Schedule: Florida RPh License Required Benefits and perks for you! Medical, Dental, Vision insurance Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare) Tuition discounts & reimbursement 401(k) Company Paid Time OffShift Differential DailyPayPet InsuranceEmployee wellness and discount programs Benefits may vary by employment status Responsibilities Evaluates physician medication orders for appropriateness of drug, dosage, potential interactions, route of administration and stability. Makes recommendations for therapy changes to the physician and facility staff as appropriate Reviews the drug regimen and clinical indicators of each resident as assigned at least monthly and reports any irregularities to the Director of Nursing, Administrator and the attending physicians with a written report of findings and recommendations Documents all communication with physicians, nurses, other members of the healthcare team and patients/residents and their family members Maintains knowledge of pharmacy laws and federal and state regulations concerning long-term care Works cooperatively as a member of a team Maintains knowledge of pharmaceutical care practices for long term care residents Qualifications Bachelor’s degree from an accredited School of Pharmacy or Pharmacy Doctorate Current license required. Dual license preferred One-year experience in acute, long-term care or home health preferred Consultant or Clinical Pharmacist experience preferred IV clinical experience preferred Must be able to work weekends or outside of normal business hours when needed Ability to lift patient charts repetitively Ability to stand for long periods of time Good customer service skills Ability to learn and understand state and federal regulations for long-term care Understand of formulary management About our Line of Business PharMerica, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, delivers personalized pharmacy care through dedicated local teams, serving health care providers such as skilled nursing facilities, senior living communities, and hospitals. We also cater to individuals with behavioral needs, infusion therapy needs, seniors receiving in-home care, and patients with cancer. Operating long-term care, home infusion, and specialty pharmacies across the nation, we combine the personal touch of a neighborhood pharmacy with the resources of a national network. Our comprehensive solutions, backed by industry-leading technology and regulatory expertise, ensure accurate medication access, cost control, and compliance with best-in-class clinical standards. We are committed to enhancing resident health, reducing staff burdens, and supporting our clients' success. For more information, visit www.pharmerica.com. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited School of Pharmacy or Pharmacy Doctorate
Current license required. Dual license preferred
One-year experience in acute, long-term care or home health preferred
Must be able to work weekends or outside of normal business hours when needed
Ability to lift patient charts repetitively
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Good customer service skills
Ability to learn and understand state and federal regulations for long-term care
Understand of formulary management

Nice To Haves

Consultant or Clinical Pharmacist experience preferred
IV clinical experience preferred

Responsibilities

Evaluates physician medication orders for appropriateness of drug, dosage, potential interactions, route of administration and stability. Makes recommendations for therapy changes to the physician and facility staff as appropriate
Reviews the drug regimen and clinical indicators of each resident as assigned at least monthly and reports any irregularities to the Director of Nursing, Administrator and the attending physicians with a written report of findings and recommendations
Documents all communication with physicians, nurses, other members of the healthcare team and patients/residents and their family members
Maintains knowledge of pharmacy laws and federal and state regulations concerning long-term care
Works cooperatively as a member of a team
Maintains knowledge of pharmaceutical care practices for long term care residents