Retail Staff Pharmacist

Retail Staff Pharmacist

This position contributes to the fulfillment of Thayer County Health Services vision and mission by providing prescribed medications, drugs, and other pharmaceuticals according to professional standards and practices. Reports to Retail Pharmacy Manager and Director of Pharmacy. Shift: Days; Non-Exempt, Full Time.

Job Qualifications:

• Pharmacy degree from an American Council for pharmacy Education (ACPE) accredited school of pharmacy and licensed through the successful passage of a licensure exam in accordance with National Association of Boards of Pharmacy.
• PharmD preferred.
• Three years of retail experience as a Pharmacist preferred.
• Must have good communication skills; both written and verbal.
• Requires current state license to practice pharmacy.

Principal Responsibilities:

• Provides specialized pharmaceutical services to improve drug usage and therapeutic outcomes.
• Is responsible for the preparation and dispensing of all medications within the facilities.
• Maintains relationships with medical and nursing staff; providing timely information pertaining to pharmaceuticals.
• Conducts and evaluates medication use reviews as needed, assessing patient compliance and outcomes.
• Individualizes medication regimens using sound principles.
• Ensures that medicinal products are stored appropriately and securely.
• Responds to medication related queries from within the hospital, other hospitals and the general public.
• Maintains strict standards of confidentiality.
• Writes guidelines for drug use within the hospital and long-term care facilities.
• Provides information related to budgets and drug expenditures.
• Mentors healthcare professionals in training.
• Provides monthly consulting to our contracted LTC facilities.
• Performs other duties as needed by facility.

Performance Standards:

• Maintains and promotes good health practices.
• Will conform to TCHS procedures and policies.
• Will perform all duties as described by the job description within the scope of licensure.
• Does not discuss patient matters such as medical treatment, diagnosis or history outside of the clinical setting in; keeping in compliance of HIPAA.
• Understand and comply with the requirements of Thayer County Health Services' Compliance Program.
• Demonstrates respect, integrity, compassion, and excellence through a "We Care" philosophy with all patients, visitors, and TCHS staff.

Working Conditions:

• Indoor, smoke free, climate-controlled environment.
• Possible exposure to unpleasant odors or fumes, intermittent unpleasant conditions, liquids, and chemicals.
• Must be able to tolerate a moderate noise level.
• Possible exposure and contact with bio-hazardous materials and communicable diseases.
• Frequent contact with doctors, patients and their families, and employees of other departments.