PRN Pharmacist

Mims Management Group•Shreveport, LA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

We are in immediate need for PRN Pharmacist coverage for the next two weeks, from March 24th to April 4th, while our Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) is on emergency medical leave. Our Janus RX pharmacy is a closed-door facility that provides compliance packaging and cycle fill for oral medications. Our operating hours are Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, with a one-hour lunch break from 12 pm to 1 pm. There are no nights, weekends, or holidays. The pharmacy is staffed with a PIC, a Pharmacy Technician, and a Delivery Driver. The PRN Pharmacist works under the supervision of the Pharmacist in Charge to assist with various pharmacy operations, including data entry, prescription fulfillment, final verification, and dispensing. This role ensures compliance with patient care quality standards for all age groups and prepares, labels, and dispenses medications as ordered by physicians or other qualified prescribers. The PRN Pharmacist will also maintain appropriate records for all dispensed medications and pharmaceutical supplies. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential for this role, which operates in accordance with the policies and regulations of local, state, and federal authorities, as well as accepted standards of practice.

Requirements

Graduation from a School of Pharmacy accredited by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education; Baccalaureate or PharmD degree required.
Current and valid registration and licensure by the State Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacist.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to perform detailed work.
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Moderate computer knowledge.
Proficiency in pharmacy computer systems.

Responsibilities

In the absence of the PIC, supervises personnel and participates in all aspects of pharmacy workflow including data entry, prescription fulfillment, final verification, and dispensing.
Ensures compliance with patient care quality standards as it relates to the care provided to all age groups of patients.
Prepares, labels, and dispenses medications as ordered by physicians or other qualified prescribers.
Maintains appropriate records for all medications and other pharmaceutical supplies ordered by physicians or other qualified prescribers.
Prepares, labels, and dispenses medications for all age groups according to accepted standards of practice.
Performs computer order-entry functions in an accurate and timely manner.
Supervises and verifies appropriate and accurate drug distribution tasks performed by support and technical staff.
Effectively uses all necessary forms of informatics.
Performs other duties as needed or assigned.
Performs all aspects of pharmacy operations in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/healthcare errors.
Interprets medication orders, monitors drug regimens, and performs interventions when order clarification is necessary or when therapeutic problems are identified.
Meets and maintains competencies to perform the required duties of the position.
Assists with adherence packaging and education of use.
Promotes the use of cost-effective drug therapy.
Documents activities per departmental policies.
Provide general drug information services when necessary.
Monitors activities of the department and takes appropriate action as necessary to ensure efficient and effective operation.
Supervises support personnel in a consistent and fair manner.
Demonstrates the ability to prioritize and effectively organize workload and problem solve.
Completes annual continuing education requirements.
Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
Adheres to improvements set in place by the PIC as a result of continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.
Follows accepted standards of practice and adheres to federal, state, and local regulations as well as the policies and procedures of the organization.
Abide by and uphold the privacy rule standards of HIPAA.