Pharmacist

Westminster Communities of Florida•Fort Myers, FL

21d

About The Position

Westminster Communities of Florida is a national leader in senior living and a not-for-profit organization serving more than 10,000 residents in Life Plan Communities and affordable Rental Retirement Communities. Its services include independent living, assisted living, nursing care, home care, pharmacy services, therapy services, and affordable housing for seniors. The Pharmacist joins the Longevity Scripts team, which supports residents’ health and well-being in a collaborative environment focused on accuracy, quality, and customer service. The role evaluates medication orders, conducts drug utilization reviews, maintains patient records, supports regulatory compliance and safe medication practices, provides clinical guidance, and works with pharmacy and facility staff. The schedule may include weekends and/or nights.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited School of Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree.
1–5 years of long-term care (LTC) pharmacy management experience.
Current, unrestricted licensure in the state of practice.
Knowledge of current state and federal pharmacy regulations related to LTC pharmacy services.
Proficiency in Word and Excel.
Good human relations skills and strong verbal and written communication skills.
Patience, tact, enthusiasm, a positive attitude, and a professional manner.
Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English.
Strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

Nice To Haves

IV clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Evaluate physician medication orders for the appropriateness of the drug, dosage, potential interactions, route of administration, and stability; recommend therapy changes to physicians and facility staff as appropriate.
Conduct Drug Utilization Reviews (DUR) using patient medical information and review clinical edits to help ensure there are no adverse drug interactions.
Maintain patient/resident databases with current and past medical history, clinical and laboratory data, and concurrent medications, including over-the-counter products and home remedies.
Work with pharmacy technicians to reconcile controlled substances logs with inventory and prescriptions dispensed in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Work with the Pharmacy Manager to implement cost-containment strategies across dispensing and procurement activities.
Respond to drug-related questions and concerns from internal and external customers, providing clinical expertise.
Document communications with physicians, nurses, other healthcare team members, patients/residents, and family members in the medical record.
Obtain and maintain documentation required by federal and state regulatory agencies and Westminster policy.
Implement policies and procedures for the safe procurement, storage, distribution, use, and disposal of drugs and biologicals.
Assist facility and agency staff with safe and effective procedures for procuring, maintaining, administering, and disposing of drugs.
Interact effectively and harmoniously with facilities, physicians, and pharmacy employees, promoting teamwork and demonstrating leadership and professionalism.
Communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, services, and government agencies.
Prepare reports as requested by management, customers, and residents.
Comply with HIPAA regulations.