PRN Pharmacist
Cardinal Health•Hammond, LA
•$50 - $71
About The Position
The Pharmacist II works in a hospital system pharmacy outsourced to Cardinal Health. The role adjusts and dispenses medication, verifies physician orders through the pharmacy information system, applies medication protocols, educates patients, and helps ensure the pharmacy operates safely, efficiently, and in compliance with applicable requirements. The pharmacist also supervises Pharmacy Technicians and manages compliance responsibilities related to accreditation, narcotics control, and inventory.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or PharmD.
- Pharmacist license in good standing in the state of Louisiana.
- Flexibility to work various shifts.
- Ability to work on call or participate in an on-call rotation.
- Ability to hear, write, and speak clearly to communicate with customers and health care professionals.
- Strong customer service skills.
Responsibilities
- Verify physician medication orders using the pharmacy information system, assessing the drug and dose against the patient's condition and addressing automated alerts.
- Supervise Pharmacy Technicians, review their work for compliance with State Boards of Pharmacy regulations, and provide guidance on complex prescriptions, pharmacy automation systems, orders, and other issues.
- Adjust medication dosages according to established protocols and patient circumstances, including other medications, and complete clinical tasks related to antimicrobial stewardship.
- Educate patients about proper medication use and expected effects, particularly when they take multiple medications, begin new regimens, or are discharged.
- Manage narcotics, inventory control, and related compliance, including documentation and checklists; audit outdated medication in states where Pharmacy Technicians are not permitted to do so.
- Contact Nurses and Physicians as needed to verify orders and obtain additional information.
- Assist the Pharmacy Director with maintaining pharmacy accreditation and implementing operational changes, including new systems and adjustments to standard procedures.
Benefits
- Paid time off in compliance with applicable laws.
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Career Level
Mid Level
