Part Time Pharmacist (20-25 Hours a Week)

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking a Part Time Pharmacist. Responsible for receiving, filling and distributing incoming
prescriptions in accordance with the state Board of Pharmacy Law & maintaining and upholding URAC Specialty Pharmacy Standards of practice.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supports the Chief Clinical Pharmacist with Pharmacist Technicians in the day-to-day operations of the Quality Management Committee, Clinical Oversight Committee to achieve the goals of the quality management, patient management, and drug management program. About 20% of the pharmacist’s overall responsibilities are dedicated to quality management.
• Receive, gather and distribute incoming prescriptions.
• Maintain compliance for URAC Specialty Pharmacy Standards.
• Participates in and preforms committee reporting and taking of meeting minutes for the Quality Management Committee, Compliance Committee, and Clinical Oversight Committee.
• Ensure patient’s assessment forms are completed and fully reviewed prior to dispensing.
• Oversee Pharmacy Technician duties in cooperation with the Chief Clinical Pharmacist. Assists that the Chief Clinical Pharmacist in providing guidance and decision making support for clinical specialty pharmacy operations with the URAC accreditation activities including specialty pharmacy oversight and safety, including medication preparation, dispensing and supervision of pharmacy operations and personnel.
• Complete all necessary documentation when dispensing and distributing medications in accordance with applicable State and Federal laws and regulations.
• Counsel patients on the proper use of prescribed medications as described by the state Board of Pharmacy.
• Be a resource for drug information to other health care professionals.
• Adheres to organization policies and procedures.
• Assists the physician and other healthcare professionals involved in planning and implementing patient care to ensure safe and effective drug therapy.
• Provides consultation and answers inquiries from patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare professionals regarding drugs and their use.
• Attends staff meetings as instructed by the Chief Clinical Pharmacist.
• Maintains clinical skills and knowledge of pharmacotherapy by reviewing the literature and attending in-services, seminars and conferences.
• Participates in orientation/train in programs for new personnel and current staff.
• Conducts and documents ongoing assessment of specific patient, drug and disease information to identify real and potential drug-related problems or needs and communicates these results to the physic an. nursing and/or other appropriate persons.
• Provides direct supervision of medication preparation and dispensing prepared by overseeing processes and checking all medications, supplies, and equipment prior to dispensing from the pharmacy.
• If credentialed for immunizations; must have up to date CPR certificate.
• Performs other tasks or special projects as requested by management.
• Complete all necessary documentation when dispensing medications in accordance with applicable laws and regulation.
• Comply with FDA mandates and self-imposed manufacturer restrictions on particular drugs, as applicable including REMS programs and manufacturer limited distribution drug requirements.
• Has the responsibility and accountability for the security of pharmacy inventory while working in the pharmacy.