Staff Pharmacist

The Staff Pharmacist provides high-quality pharmaceutical services to long-term care and institutional residents under the direction and supervision of the Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC). This role supports and oversees medication dispensing workflows in compliance with applicable state and federal regulations and established pharmacy policies. The Staff Pharmacist ensures that medications are dispensed accurately, safely, and in a timely manner while maintaining high standards of pharmaceutical care.

Schedule

• Full-time/Part-time position
• 8-hour shifts
• Day shifts/Night Shifts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Life insurance
• Critical illness coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

Key Responsibilities

• Review medication orders for appropriate drug selection, dosage, route of administration, potential drug interactions, geriatric considerations, warnings, precautions, adverse reactions, and medication stability.
• Maintain all required documentation in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations and established pharmacy policies.
• Verify the accuracy of dispensed medications and ensure compliance with established quality standards.
• Conduct audits of automated dispensing systems to verify medication accuracy and adherence to established procedures.
• Provide clinical expertise and respond professionally to medication-related questions from healthcare professionals and other relevant parties.
• Assist the Pharmacist-in-Charge with instructing, directing, and supervising pharmacy technicians and other pharmacy staff.
• Follow current guidelines and established procedures for preparing compounded medications, including intravenous (IV) therapies, as applicable.
• Promote compliance with internal controls, pharmacy policies, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Participate in developing and implementing improvement plans as directed or recommended by supervisors, management, or regulatory compliance consultants.
• Communicate progress toward improvement goals, identify ongoing challenges, and provide updates to supervisors and management verbally or in writing.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited School of Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree.
• Current, unrestricted pharmacist license issued by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy (TSBP) or willing to obtain.
• Valid driver's license required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in long-term care pharmacy is preferred.
• Familiarity with Frameworks LTC pharmacy software is preferred.
• Accepting both local and willing to relocate candidates as well.