ASCP Certified Pharmacist - PRN

ASCP Certified Pharmacist - PRN

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented ASCP Certified Pharmacist to join our team on a part-time, on-site basis in a regional healthcare facility serving the Southern United States. This role involves preparing and dispensing medication orders accurately according to physician requests and established protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret and transcribe medication orders, maintaining precise patient medication profiles.
• Ensure all medications dispensed are accurately filled, properly labeled, and within expiration dates.
• Deliver medications promptly to patient care units, including stat and routine orders.
• Apply auxiliary labels appropriately and compound pharmaceuticals, including sterile and parenteral nutrition products.
• Maintain adequate medication stock in patient bins and automated dispensing machines, performing regular inspections and restocking as needed.
• Review override medications, verify physician orders, and ensure all charges are posted correctly.
• Use aseptic techniques during IV medication preparation and maintain cleanliness and logs for IV preparation areas.
• Maintain security of pharmacy and medication storage areas, issue controlled substances, and keep accurate records in compliance with legal requirements.
• Supervise pharmacy technicians and interns, ensuring compliance with standard operating procedures and providing performance feedback.
• Conduct monthly inspections of nursing units, crash carts, and floor stock medications, removing expired stock and documenting inspections.

Education and Experience:

• ASCP certification or equivalent pharmacy licensure required.
• Experience in hospital or clinical pharmacy settings preferred.

Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of medication preparation, dispensing, and safety protocols.
• Ability to work independently and supervise pharmacy staff.
• Commitment to promoting a culture of safety and excellent customer service.
• Compliance with all relevant federal, state, and regulatory agency guidelines.

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to patient care in a supportive and professional environment within the Southern regional healthcare system. Candidates should be punctual, reliable, and committed to upholding high standards of pharmacy practice.