Per Diem Retail Pharmacist | Metairie, Louisiana

Job Description

Job Description

A specialty retail pharmacy in Metairie, LA is seeking a skilled pharmacist for per diem coverage to support complex patient care. This opportunity involves working with patients managing multiple chronic conditions and intricate medication regimens, providing a rewarding setting for those passionate about personalized pharmaceutical care.

Schedule:

• Tuesday, June 10 through Friday, June 13, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Monday, June 23 through Wednesday, June 25, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Key Responsibilities:

• Dispense medications with accuracy and attention to detail in a specialty retail environment.
• Consult with patients managing complex disease states such as diabetes, hypertension, and multiple sclerosis.
• Provide thorough medication counseling tailored to each patient’s unique needs and health literacy levels.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure optimal therapeutic outcomes for Medicare/Medicaid and low-income patient populations.
• Utilize pharmacy software systems (Rx30 or Pioneer Rx) to manage prescriptions efficiently.

Desired Qualifications:

• Active pharmacist license in Louisiana.
• Strong retail and/or specialty pharmacy experience.
• Exceptional disease state management and patient consultation skills.
• Demonstrated patience, compassion, and effective communication abilities, especially when working with patients with low health literacy.
• Experience working with complex medication regimens, typically involving 8-15 medications per patient.

Benefits and Perks:

• Work in a patient-centered pharmacy setting focused on quality over volume.
• Engage with diverse patient populations requiring impactful pharmacist intervention.
• Gain experience in a highly specialized retail pharmacy environment.

Per diem position offering flexibility to contribute clinical expertise with meaningful patient interactions. If you meet these criteria and are committed to delivering exceptional care, apply now by submitting your updated resume and a copy of your Louisiana pharmacist license.

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