Pharmacist - PRN
About The Position
Albany Area Primary Health Care (AAPHC) is seeking a flexible Pharmacist to work PRN. The pharmacist provides expert pharmaceutical care on an as-needed basis, supporting patients and healthcare professionals. The role ensures safe and effective medication use by reviewing prescriptions, counseling patients, monitoring for drug interactions and contraindications, and maintaining current knowledge of pharmaceutical developments and regulations. The pharmacist collaborates with the healthcare team to support compliance and optimal therapeutic outcomes, contributing to patient health and safety through careful medication management.
Requirements
- Hold a valid and active pharmacist license in the relevant state or jurisdiction.
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an accredited institution.
- Strong knowledge of pharmacology, drug interactions, and pharmaceutical regulations.
- Experience in a clinical or retail pharmacy setting, preferably with direct patient interaction.
- Excellent communication skills for counseling patients and collaborating with healthcare teams.
- Strong interpersonal and analytical skills to support patient counseling, medication safety, collaboration, and monitoring of drug interactions and patient responses.
- Familiarity with pharmacy software and electronic health records to support operations and documentation.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a PRN or flexible scheduling role.
- Certification in a specialized area such as immunization delivery or medication therapy management.
- Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and pharmacy management software.
- Additional training or certification in patient safety or clinical pharmacy practices.
- Experience in a hospital or long-term care facility environment.
- Experience with diverse healthcare settings.
Responsibilities
- Review and verify prescriptions for accuracy, appropriateness, and potential drug interactions.
- Provide medication counseling and education to patients to support proper usage and adherence.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize medication therapy.
- Monitor patient responses to medications and report adverse drug reactions or side effects.
- Maintain accurate records of dispensed medications and comply with regulatory standards.
- Stay current with pharmaceutical knowledge, including new drugs, therapies, and best practices.
- Manage inventory and ensure proper storage and handling of medications.
- Provide on-call pharmaceutical support as required, adapting to varying schedules and patient needs.
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Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
