Part Time Pharmacist Hampton City Schools

Part-Time Pharmacist

Hampton City Schools, powered by On-Site Rx, has an exciting opportunity for a dependable and caring pharmacist to work in Hampton, Virginia. The position is considered part-time and will have scheduled hours up to 20 hours per week with occasional increased hours to cover vacations and perform patient outreach.

The pharmacy is open Monday - Thursday, 9:00am – 6:00pm, Friday 9:00am – 4:00pm and Saturday 9:00am – 1:00pm. The pharmacy closes each weekday for lunch, from 1:30pm – 2:00pm. Our distinctive work environment comes with opportunity for career growth and development with hours that support a healthy work – life balance.

On-Site Rx pharmacies offer a unique and innovative setting. We provide closed door pharmacy services for self-insured employers which means we will only be servicing Hampton City Schools’ employees and their dependents. The setting is similar in feel and operation to an independent retail pharmacy, but no outside insurance coverage is accepted – meaning issues with insurance carriers are limited.

The Staff Pharmacist plays a critical role in pharmacy operations by providing pharmaceutical care, ensuring the safe and accurate dispensing of medications, and offering clinical expertise to patients and healthcare providers. This position is essential in promoting patient well-being and maintaining the highest standards of pharmacy practice. The Staff Pharmacist is a vital member of our healthcare team, contributing to patient well-being through the provision of pharmaceutical care and expertise. This position requires a strong commitment to pharmacy practice excellence, patient-centered care, and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. The person in this role will demonstrate compelling leadership and allegiance to the company in supporting all aspects of pharmacy operations.

Benefits offered:

• 401K, with matching corporate contributions with immediate vesting

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Pharmaceutical Care: Review and verify medication orders, ensuring accuracy, appropriateness, and compliance with medical guidelines and patient-specific factors.
• Medication Dispensing: Accurately and efficiently dispense prescription medications, including labeling, packaging, and counseling patients on proper usage and potential side effects.
• Patient Counseling: Provide comprehensive medication counseling to patients, addressing questions and concerns, and offering guidance on medication adherence.
• Clinical Services: Collaborate with healthcare providers to optimize medication therapy, participate in medication therapy management, administer immunizations and prescriptions (including birth control), and provide clinical consultations as needed.
• Medication Management: Monitor patient profiles for drug interactions, allergies, and contraindications, taking appropriate action when necessary.
• Quality Assurance: Participate in quality assurance programs, conduct medication error reviews, and assist in maintaining a safe and compliant pharmacy environment.
• Customer Service: Deliver exceptional customer service, addressing patient inquiries, concerns, and providing information on over-the-counter medications and healthcare products.
• Pharmacy Operations: Assist in various pharmacy operations, including inventory management, order verification, and adherence to all regulatory requirements.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with healthcare professionals and agencies to provide comprehensive patient care, resolve medication-related issues, and participate in interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement, implement best practices, and monitor key performance indicators to enhance pharmacy operations and patient outcomes.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or RPh degree from an accredited pharmacy school
• Current and valid pharmacist licensure in the state of practice • Strong knowledge of pharmaceuticals, pharmacotherapy, and pharmacy law
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent customer service skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy in payment processing and issuing medication
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced and team-oriented environment
• Ability to work on Saturdays on occasion
• Proficiency in pharmacy software and computer systems
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to make critical decisions
• Dedication to patient safety, quality, and ethical pharmacy practice
• Integrity and trustworthiness
• Compassion and empathy
• Dependability and punctuality
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality
• Professionalism and strong work ethic
• Valid driver license
• Valid auto insurance

Physical Conditions & Requirements

Work is primarily conducted in a retail pharmacy setting, which may include standing for extended periods. Exposure to various medications and healthcare equipment. Interaction with patients and healthcare professionals. Requires the ability to lift and carry boxes or containers of medications and supplies (up to 25 pounds), the ability to bend or stoop to reach medications, the manual dexterity for handling medication containers, labels, and pharmacy equipment, and the visual acuity for reading small print on prescription labels and using computer screens.

On-Site Rx, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.