Pharmacist - Per Diem (PRN) APO Pharmacy

VytlOne•Springfield, MO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

VytlOne is seeking an experienced, compassionate Staff Pharmacist for a per-diem (PRN), part-time position at APO Pharmacy, a pharmacy within an HIV specialty healthcare center in Springfield, Missouri. APO is a private, not-for-profit organization providing health services and education in a confidential, caring environment, with an emphasis on underserved and marginalized populations, including people living with or at risk for HIV, hepatitis C, and sexually transmitted infections. The pharmacist interprets and fills drug orders; counsels patients; monitors medication therapy; maintains medication, inventory, and controlled-drug records; and provides drug information to patients and professional staff. The role also includes supervising pharmacy technicians and, when the Pharmacist-in-Charge or Pharmacy Manager is absent, potentially serving as alternate pharmacy leader. Additional duties include supporting pharmacy operations, staff training and development, compliance, customer service, and performance improvement activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or Pharm.D. from an approved school of pharmacy.
Registration by the state board of licensure and a license to practice pharmacy in Missouri.
Knowledge of drugs, including indications, contraindications, dosing, side effects, and proper administration.
Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel.
Knowledge of policies and regulations pertaining to the disbursement of pharmaceutical drugs.
Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection-control standards.
Ability to supervise and train assigned staff.
Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements, if applicable.
Skill in using personal computers and related software applications.
Ability to assume essential responsibilities and duties in the absence of the Pharmacy Manager.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience as a practicing pharmacist is preferred.

Responsibilities

Interpret and fill drug orders.
Provide patient information and counseling.
When the Pharmacist-in-Charge or Pharmacy Manager is absent, potentially act as alternate store leader and manage ongoing pharmacy functions.
Contact and confer with physicians regarding prescription questions or irregularities.
Dispense prescriptions, compound medications, and prepare I.V. admixtures if applicable.
Monitor drug therapy for contraindications, interactions, allergies, and appropriateness.
Maintain patients’ medication records.
Maintain inventory and records for controlled and other drugs as required by law.
Supervise pharmacy technicians in their routine duties.
Provide drug information to professional staff and patients as necessary.
Participate in inventory control, including ordering, inventorying, and monitoring correct pricing and quantities.
Attend and participate in required programs, committees, meetings, and functions.
Participate in educational programs for professional staff, pharmacy orientation, staff meetings, and in-service education.
Participate in activities to resolve unsafe and unsanitary practices.
Provide excellent customer communication and service and cooperate with staff to support teamwork.
Participate in the Performance Improvement Program.
Maintain regular attendance in accordance with established policies.
Promptly report allegations of impropriety to the Compliance Department and comply with the company’s ethical conduct and compliance policies.
Remain free from exclusion under OIG and SAMS Medicare/Medicaid lists.
Complete required training and ensure departmental staff complete required training.
Ensure staff are informed of product upgrades or enhancements in a timely manner.
May assist management with hiring and training staff.
Verify departmental employees’ timesheets every two weeks for accuracy and make necessary corrections before payroll submission.
Develop and mentor staff through career coaching, motivation, support for diversity, and team-building.
May assist with initial and annual performance evaluations.
Promote teamwork and discipline staff when warranted.
Cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.