Staff Pharmacist

Staff Pharmacist - PRNFamily First Health is seeking a PRN Staff Pharmacist for our George Street, York location. Candidates should have a working knowledge of medical terminology and be computer proficient. As the Staff Pharmacist at Family First Health, you should have a positive and outgoing personality with excellent customer service skills and strong organizational skills.This position is more than just a job, it's an opportunity to learn and grow with a terrific team. We're dedicated to offering trustworthy medical services and care. The Staff Pharmacist position will play a large role in that. If this sounds like a good fit, we would love to hear from you.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesAccurately and efficiently dispense prescribed medications, ensuring proper labeling, dosage, and instructions for patients.Verify the accuracy of prescriptions, including medication, dosage, and patient information.Check for potential drug interactions, contraindications, and allergies.Provide clear, professional counseling to patients on medication usage, side effects, storage, and administration.Work closely with healthcare providers to ensure safe and effective medication therapy management.Collaborate with the pharmacy team to improve workflow and optimize patient care.Conduct medication therapy management to ensure patients' prescriptions are appropriate, effective, and safe.Monitor patient adherence and suggest alternatives when necessary.Maintain accurate medication inventory levels to ensure availability of medications while minimizing waste and expired drugs.Ensure proper storage of medications in accordance with pharmaceutical regulations.Adhere to all state, federal, and institutional regulations, including the proper handling and dispensing of controlled substances.Maintain accurate patient records in compliance with HIPAA and other relevant privacy standards.Provides comprehensive medication review for identified populations with a goal of identifying drug related problems and optimizing guideline drive medication therapyProvides disease state management for specific populations based on organizational needsEducates patients on their medications and promotes effective medication useIdentifies patient specific barriers to adherence and develops plan to improve medication-taking behavior (ex. prepackaged medication packs, delivery, med synchronization, coordination with in-house pharmacy)Assists in addressing medication access issues related to affordability, lack of transportation, shortagesActs as subject matter expert on drug information and medication management for other departments within the FQHC when assignedCreate a seamless and exemplary pharmacy experience for patients at the health center through promotion of integration of clinical and operation pharmacy servicesMeets key performance indicators as determine by department leadershipOther duties as assigned.Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesActive, unrestricted PA Pharmacist license (RPh)Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy (RPh) or Pharmacy doctoral degree (PharmD) from an accredited School of PharmacyBi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferredExperience caring for patients with complex, chronic medical and behavioral health needsFamiliarity with Federally Qualified Health Centers, Community Health Centers, or primary care practices strongly preferredConfidence with technology used in communications, documentation, and record keeping including Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Word, Microsoft ExcelStrong computer proficiency and experience;Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary teamAbility to communicate well and in a caring and supportive manner with individuals of all backgrounds.Ability to adhere to all Family First Health's policies, processes, and procedures, especially, Code of Conduct, Workplace Conduct, and the Remote/Telework Policy if indicated eligible to work remotely or telework.Ability to articulate and advocate Family First Health's mission and valuesAbility to maintain required clearances and licensure.Physical DemandsMental/Physical Requirements: Must possess the physical and mental abilities to perform the tasks normally associated with a Staff Pharmacist position such as:Requires correct vision and hearing to normal range.When teleworking or working remotely, requires working alone in a qualified work settingCorporate Compliance ResponsibilitiesUnderstands and adheres to Family First Health compliance standards as they appear in Family First Health Policies and Employee Handbook.Maintains current knowledge of pertinent federal, state and Family First Health regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.