Pharmacist
About The Position
About Us At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County Public Health become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a healthier world for all. As a member of the Mecklenburg County Public Health team, you will become a subject matter expert in the public health field. The CDC foundation explains that “Public health is the science of protecting and improving the health of people and their communities. This work is achieved by promoting health lifestyles, researching disease and injury prevention, detecting, preventing, and responding to infectious disease”. Come be a part of Mecklenburg County’s Public Health department’s vision to “assure the health and safety of our diverse and changing community today and for future generations.”
Requirements
- Minimum of one year of experience
- Graduation from an accredited school of pharmacy
- Licensed in the state of North Carolina as a Pharmacist or eligible for reciprocity
- May require a valid North Carolina or South Carolina driver's license
- Using a computer and applicable software applications
- Assessing needs and determining the appropriate medication
- Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
- Proficiency using pharmacy software and Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
Nice To Haves
- Immunization certification preferred
Responsibilities
- Review orders for drug therapy and monitor therapy for drug choice, dosage, drug interactions, adverse drug reactions, and formulary adherence
- Prepare and dispense medication for patients eligible for and receiving services from Mecklenburg County
- Counsel patients on medication information and interactions
- Serve as a drug information resource to nurses, physicians, and other healthcare workers
- Maintain inventory of medications and order replacements and ensure adequate stock for clinic operations
- Assist with collection of statistical data for the Department
- Assist with the implementation of identified pharmacy initiatives as applicable to the department and additional clinical requests as needed
- Assure compliance with 340b regulations and 340b application/renewal processes
- Participate in public health emergency response activities as needed
Benefits
- medical, dental, vision, life, short term disability, long term disability, accident, cancer, critical illness, medical bridge, and pet insurance
- dependent care, healthcare, and commuter flexible spending accounts
- health savings account
- paid holiday, vacation, and sick days
- near-site clinics for preventive care and illnesses
- an employee discount program which provides discounts for retail, dining, shopping, travel, tickets and more
- an employee assistance program including financial and legal counseling
- access to Mecklenburg County fitness and aquatic facilities
- paid family leave
- tuition reimbursement
- a 5% employer match on retirement savings plan contributions
- a defined benefit plan for retirement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
