Pharmacist Outpatient

Outpatient Pharmacist II

All KHI employees are expected to perform their respective tasks and duties in such a way that supports KHIs vision of providing the regions best clinical care and patient service through an environment that fosters respect for others and pride in performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and dispense medications per orders/prescriptions written by licensed prescribers according to established policies and procedures while complying with Federal, State and Local regulations.
• Review medication prescriptions and clarify all potential prescription issues with prescriber.
• Monitor patient drug therapy regimens for allergies, drug-drug interactions, drug-food interactions, appropriateness of drug and dose, therapeutic duplications and potential adverse reactions.
• Supervise and direct activities of ancillary personnel: pharmacy technicians, clerks, couriers, cashiers.
• Provide drug information to patients and their families.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of patient, visitor and employee information. Comply with the HIPAA Privacy Rule standards.
• Communicate with third party payers to determine eligibility and obtain prior authorization.
• Assist with purchasing activities and maintenance of adequate inventory level.
• Maintain the prescription area in an orderly and sanitary manner.