Retail Staff Pharmacist

Centstone HC•Hebron, NE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Retail Staff Pharmacist contributes to Thayer County Health Services’ vision and mission by providing prescribed medications, drugs, and other pharmaceuticals according to professional standards and practices. The pharmacist provides specialized pharmaceutical services, supports safe and effective medication use, and helps maintain the delivery of pharmaceutical care within areas of responsibility. The role also includes monthly consulting for contracted long-term care facilities and other duties as needed by the facility. The position reports to the Retail Pharmacy Manager and Director of Pharmacy. Work takes place in an indoor, smoke-free, climate-controlled healthcare environment, with potential exposure to unpleasant odors or fumes, liquids and chemicals, biohazardous materials, communicable diseases, and hazardous drugs. Pharmacy staff are required to be fitted annually for a filtered respirator.

Requirements

Pharmacy degree from an American Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE)-accredited school of pharmacy.
Pharmacist licensure obtained through successful passage of a licensure examination in accordance with the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy.
Current Nebraska license to practice pharmacy.
Good written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

PharmD preferred.
Three years of retail experience as a pharmacist preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide specialized pharmaceutical services to improve medication use and therapeutic outcomes, including advising physicians about drug therapy, toxicity, side effects, appropriate doses, and medication and supply ordering.
Prepare and dispense medications; oversee non-pharmacist personnel involved in medication use; and ensure prescription and medication orders are accurate, complete, appropriate for each patient, and compliant with state and federal requirements.
Maintain relationships with medical and nursing staff and provide timely information about pharmaceuticals, therapeutic options, drug use and compatibility, controlled-drug regulations, and Nebraska Department of Health standards.
Conduct and evaluate medication-use reviews as needed, assess patient compliance and outcomes, recommend modifications, instruct patients in proper medication use, and make patient-care rounds with physicians as needed.
Individualize medication regimens using pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic principles and establish and continually improve pharmaceutical care within areas of responsibility.
Ensure medicinal products are stored appropriately and securely and that inventory complies with state and federal requirements.
Respond to medication-related questions from the hospital, other hospitals, and the general public.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements and recommendations.
Keep current with drug knowledge and healthcare developments and collaborate with medical staff and other colleagues.
Write drug-use guidelines for the hospital and long-term care facilities; prepare drug and therapeutic bulletins; and implement applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
Provide information related to budgets and drug expenditures; process cash and credit transactions and provide patients with receipts and related information.
Attend required meetings and participate in facility and community committees as requested.
Mentor healthcare professionals in training, including pharmacy, medical, and nursing students, through practical and didactic experiences.
Provide monthly consulting services to contracted long-term care facilities.
Perform other duties as needed by the facility.
Maintain and promote good health practices; follow TCHS procedures and policies; and perform duties within the scope of licensure.
Comply with the facility’s Compliance Program and participate in required compliance education and training.
Demonstrate formal greetings, accept new responsibilities, cooperate with change, maintain appropriate dress and hygiene, and demonstrate respect, integrity, compassion, and excellence through the “We Care” philosophy.