Pharmacist - FMC

BOONE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INC•Madison, WV

About The Position

The Staff Pharmacist dispenses medications prescribed by physicians and other authorized healthcare practitioners and provides patients with information about medication use, dosage, interactions, and side effects. The position supports safe, accurate, and appropriate medication use while promoting quality patient care and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies. The pharmacist collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to evaluate medication therapies, promote patient safety, and support positive patient outcomes. The role may also involve managing pharmacy operations and overseeing pharmacy staff, performing administrative duties related to operations, inventory, and purchasing, and guiding pharmacy interns. The position requires travel of up to 15% of work time within West Virginia and surrounding areas.

Requirements

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) or another qualifying pharmacy degree from an accredited school of pharmacy.
Current, valid Registered Pharmacist license issued by the West Virginia Board of Pharmacy.
Strong patient service and communication skills.
Excellent knowledge of pharmacology, chemistry, and medication interactions.
Strong understanding of medical and biological terminology.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to medication safety.
Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities and work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Strong clinical judgment, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with patients, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
Ability to maintain accurate records and protect confidential patient information.

Nice To Haves

Prior hospital pharmacy experience.

Responsibilities

Review prescriptions and medication orders for accuracy, appropriateness, required ingredients, and potential contraindications.
Counsel patients about drug interactions, side effects, dosage, administration, and proper medication storage.
Verify the identity, strength, purity, and quality of medications.
Compound and dispense medications as prescribed, including calculating, weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients or overseeing these activities.
Maintain pharmacy records, patient medication profiles, inventory records, charge system files, and required records for controlled substances and other regulated medications.
Develop, implement, and maintain procedures for pharmaceutical preparation, packaging, labeling, storage, handling, and disposal in accordance with applicable requirements.
Provide specialized medication services and patient education for conditions such as diabetes, asthma, and hypertension, as applicable to pharmacy services.
Promote health education and disease prevention, including instruction on the use of blood pressure monitors and diabetes monitoring equipment.
Advise patients on medication options, medical equipment, and healthcare supplies.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan, monitor, review, and evaluate medication regimens for safety, effectiveness, and appropriateness.
Guide healthcare professionals on medication selection, therapeutic use, dosing, and drug characteristics.
Monitor medication prescribing and utilization trends for potential compliance concerns, excessive use, harmful interactions, and other medication-related risks.
Order and purchase pharmaceutical and medical supplies, maintain appropriate inventory levels, and ensure proper storage and handling.
Maintain compliance with pharmacy procedures, medication safety standards, and applicable state and federal requirements.
Manage pharmacy operations and oversee pharmacy staff, including hiring, training, and supervision, as applicable.
Perform administrative duties related to pharmacy operations, inventory, and purchasing.
Provide instruction and guidance to pharmacy interns.
Perform other duties as assigned.