Pharmacist - FT

Reviews and verifies medication orders to ensure safe and effective drug therapy. Dispenses medications in accordance with applicable laws and professional standards. Provides medication counseling, monitors patient outcomes, and collaborates with healthcare providers to optimize care. Oversees the inventory and regulatory compliance of narcotic and controlled substances. Supports medication adherence, chronic disease management, patient outreach, and pharmacy programs that improve patient outcomes and access to care.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Audit records to meet regulations and maintain compliance.
• Maintain 340B compliance by following program-specific policies and procedures.
• Oversee the safe and accurate dispensing, storage, and distribution of medications.
• Review, verify, and authorize prescriptions and medication orders in accordance with applicable laws and professional standards.
• Monitor medication inventory, including procurement, storage, labeling, and management of shortages and expirations.
• Respond to patient and provider inquiries regarding medications, drug therapy, medication use, and related pharmacy services.
• Comply with rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to maintain a clean and safe pharmacy environment.
• Review and verify electronic prescriptions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and appropriateness of therapy.
• Ensure accurate prescription billing, charging, and documentation.
• Maintain adequate inventory levels of medications and supplies necessary for efficient pharmacy operations.
• Lead medication adherence initiatives by identifying patients who may benefit from medication management services, refill coordination, counseling, or clinical interventions.
• Support patient outreach and care coordination efforts by assisting with identification of patients who may benefit from chronic disease management services, preventive care programs, or referrals to appropriate healthcare and community resources.
• Identify patients who have not achieved desired outcomes through traditional weight management approaches, including diet and exercise, and support related patient education, referral, scheduling, and documentation activities as directed.
• Collect, analyze, and report pharmacy program data, patient outcomes, performance measures, and quality indicators related to medication adherence, chronic disease management, and obesity-related initiatives.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, and community partners to support continuity of care and improve patient outcomes and access to medications, wellness resources, and evidence-based health programs.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with pharmacy policies, state regulations, and organizational standards.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives designed to improve pharmacy operations, patient outcomes, and program effectiveness.
• Maintain professional competency through ongoing education and required certifications.

OTHER SIGNIFICANT REQUIREMENTS:

• Maintain confidentiality on a daily basis.
• Work well with other employees, physicians, patients, community partners, and interdisciplinary care teams.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
• Promote positive public relations while interacting with patients, families, healthcare providers, and community stakeholders.
• Support organizational efforts to improve medication adherence, chronic disease management, preventive services, and community health outcomes.
• Participate in outreach activities and pharmacy programs designed to improve access to medications and healthcare services.

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WHY EHD?

PEOPLE FIRST
Our staff is our most valued asset. Electra Hospital District operates eleven businesses that work as a team to provide complete continuity of care for our patients. We know that people make the difference and consider our team members the best in the business.

BENEFITS & COMPENSATION
It takes the best of the best to provide superior patient care. Our employees make a difference in our quality care, and we reward them for their dedication. We offer competitive, market-driven compensation and benefit plans.

CULTURE & SUPPORT
We believe that the best patient care comes from happy employees. At Electra Hospital District, we strive to create a family culture with open lines of communication. A dedicated employee appreciation committee provides year-round fun at all our locations.