Pharmacist

The Pharmacist is responsible for dispensing prescription medications to patients,
providing expert counsel to patients regarding the safe use of prescription
medications, and ensuring that the pharmacy prescription services are provided in
compliance with regulatory, policy and procedure requirements for accuracy, safety,
and security.
Primary Responsibilities
• Dispense and oversee the filling of prescriptions to ensure that each patient
receives the medications exactly as prescribed by medical providers. Ensure
effective communication with providers, facilities, patients, and internal teams to
provide patient focused accuracy, safety, and security.
• Provide patient consultations regarding safe use, storage, potential side effects,
and drug interactions for prescription and over-the-counter medications. Respond
to inquiries from patients and consult with prescribing physicians as questions
warrant.
• Comply with state and federal drug laws as regulated by the state Board of
Pharmacy, the Drug Enforcement Administration, and the Food and Drug
Administration by monitoring patient care and maintaining records for controlled
substances.
• Participate in inventory activities to remove outdated and damaged drugs from
the inventory.
• Maintain effective communications with facilities to foster enduring business
relationships and build customer loyalty.
• Provide technical, policy, and regulatory guidance to pharmacy technicians to
ensure that all medications are accurately dispensed, recorded, labeled, and
stored for pick up or delivery and that all reimbursements for prescription
medications are accurately processed and recorded.
• Assist with the maintenance of workflow, assigning pharmacy staff tasks required to
maintain order and ensure an efficient and compliant pharmacy operation.

• Maintain a safe a clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules,
and regulations outlined by the Board of Pharmacy, accreditation standards, and
company policy.
• Stay current on pharmacological knowledge by studying existing and new
legislation and keeping up to date with current continuing education as required
by NYS law.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.