Pharmacist - IHS
About The Position
The Pharmacist shall navigate and utilize EHR systems for managing medical records within Indian Health Services. Process prescriptions accurately in adherence to medical guidelines. Verify prescription completeness, appropriateness, and interactions as per policies. Provide medication instructions and address medical queries following protocols. Manage controlled medications and document patient medical information according to guidelines. Engage in the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model for patient care. Conduct specific medical orientations for new pharmacists on Client practices and policies. The Pharmacist maintains accurate medical records within established timelines. Participate in ongoing medical quality improvement programs aligned with Client protocols and standards. Screen patient charts to align medication orders with chart notes, lab work, vitals, and allergies. Process new medication orders and fulfill prescription orders as required. Ensure accuracy of filled prescription orders. Educate patients on medication therapy and provide necessary information. Collaborate with the pharmacy team and providers for timely and accurate pharmaceutical services. Address provider inquiries regarding drug therapy and ensure proper medication dispensation. Recognize and respond to life-threatening emergencies and adverse reactions to medications. Handle telephone calls, refill requests, and input outside prescriptions into the system. Conduct controlled substance audits as directed. The Pharmacist assists with order organization and perform patient pill counts at the pharmacy window when necessary.
Requirements
- Must have a degree from a school of pharmacy approved by a state-accrediting agency.
- Shall possess a current, active, unrestricted license from any of the 50 Unites States, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or the District of Columbia.
- Shall maintain continuing education/certification and have a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience as a pharmacist within the past 36 months.
- Shall meet all background investigation requirements.
Responsibilities
- Navigate and utilize EHR systems for managing medical records within Indian Health Services.
- Process prescriptions accurately in adherence to medical guidelines.
- Verify prescription completeness, appropriateness, and interactions as per policies.
- Provide medication instructions and address medical queries following protocols.
- Manage controlled medications and document patient medical information according to guidelines.
- Engage in the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model for patient care.
- Conduct specific medical orientations for new pharmacists on Client practices and policies.
- Maintain accurate medical records within established timelines.
- Participate in ongoing medical quality improvement programs aligned with Client protocols and standards.
- Screen patient charts to align medication orders with chart notes, lab work, vitals, and allergies.
- Process new medication orders and fulfill prescription orders as required.
- Ensure accuracy of filled prescription orders.
- Educate patients on medication therapy and provide necessary information.
- Collaborate with the pharmacy team and providers for timely and accurate pharmaceutical services.
- Address provider inquiries regarding drug therapy and ensure proper medication dispensation.
- Recognize and respond to life-threatening emergencies and adverse reactions to medications.
- Handle telephone calls, refill requests, and input outside prescriptions into the system.
- Conduct controlled substance audits as directed.
- Assist with order organization and perform patient pill counts at the pharmacy window when necessary.
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Career Level
Mid Level
