Pharmacist, Retail

Pharmacist, Retail Retail Pharmacist, PRN Job Preview The Retail Pharmacist is responsible for dispensing and controlling both prescription and non-prescription medications. The Retail Pharmacist reviews prescriptions and compounds and dispenses drugs according to regulatory requirements and guidelines in a retail environment. Responsibilities • Enter, fill, check patient orders • Checking dosage and ensuring that medicines are correctly and safely supplied and labeled • Advising patients about medicines, including how to take them, what reactions may occur and answering patients' questions • Supervising the preparation of any medicines • Review and interpret prescription orders to verify accuracy and appropriateness • Collaborate with healthcare professionals to optimize patient care plans • Selling over-the-counter medicines • Counseling and advising the public on the treatment of minor illnesses • Dispensing prescription medicines to customers • Oversee the ordering and storage of medical products to ensure safety and compliance with regulations • Manage pharmacy staff and oversee day-to-day operations • Keep up-to-date records of patients' prescriptions • Monitor the health and progress of patients in response to drug therapy • Ensure the pharmacy complies with all local and federal regulations • Perform regular inventory audits to ensure accurate dispensing Requirements • Availability to work 1 to 2 days per week & available to cover full-time pharmacist PTO requests and/or sick days • Must be a licensed pharmacist in the State of Illinois or eligible to become licensed in the State of Illinois. • Proven experience as a pharmacist • Thorough understanding of dosage administration and measurement, chemical compounds, medical brands etc. • Outstanding knowledge of MS Office and Pharmacy information systems (eg. RX30, CPSI) • Knowledge of pharmacy law and medical terminology • Good organizational skills • Excellent communication skills with a customer-oriented approach • Integrity and compassion • Degree in Pharmacy/Pharmacology • Valid license to practice the profession Physical Job Requirements: • Lifting (25-50 lbs.) • Being on your feet most of the day (extended walking and standing) • Repetitive movements • Stooping and bending • Vision and hearing required • Pushing and pulling • Reaching above the head and bending of the neck • Close vision work (computer work, reading small print) • Sitting Compensation details: 59-70 Hourly Wage PI6300eae30f09-25448-37516092aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a