Long Term Care Staff Pharmacist in Springdale, AR

Pharmacist Opportunity in Springdale, AR

A pharmacy located in the Springdale, AR area is seeking a dedicated pharmacist for a 13-week contract opportunity with the potential to convert to a permanent position based on performance. This role involves comprehensive pharmacy responsibilities within a long-term care setting, providing a dynamic environment to utilize your pharmacy skills and enhance patient care.

Location: Springdale, AR (approximately 30 minutes north of Fayetteville)

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM 6:00 PM
• Rotating weekends every 3 weeks

Responsibilities:

• Accept and dispense prescription medications accurately and safely.
• Monitor patients' medication compliance and detect patterns of over-usage.
• Ensure all medications comply with legal standards and suitability for patients.
• Maintain confidential and precise patient records and pharmacy documentation.
• Advise patients on medication usage, potential side effects, and answer related questions.
• Offer consultations on prescription and OTC medications, including storage, dosage, and drug interactions.
• Conduct patient services such as smoking cessation programs, blood pressure monitoring, and cholesterol management.
• Educate patients on proper use of medical devices like blood pressure monitors and glucose meters.
• Compound medications and prepare sterile solutions following strict procedures.
• Supervise pharmacy technicians and pharmacy clerks effectively.
• Manage inventory of pharmaceutical and medical supplies.
• Identify drug-related problems and collaborate with healthcare providers to optimize therapy.

Qualifications:

• Current Arkansas pharmacist license (in-hand).
• Experience in retail pharmacy is acceptable; training will be provided.
• Strong communication and supervisory skills.
• Familiarity with PV1 and PV2 duties, with some experience or willingness to perform IV preparations.

This position is ideal for pharmacists ready to contribute to a patient-focused pharmacy team while expanding their clinical experience in a supportive long-term care environment.