*SUMMARY*
*This is a "float" position that will provide coverage at our locations in Boydton, Chatham and South Boston, VA.*
Coordinates the drug distribution for all of the PATHS pharmacy locations as well as for the MedAssist department. Responsible for the safe and efficient methods for coordination of established pharmacy policy concerning drug patient care. Provides clinical drug information to meet the needs of the patients, MedAssist case workers, nurses and physicians.
*Essential Functions*
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
* Reviews and interprets physicians’ orders for appropriateness relevant to other departments to ensure that overdoses/under doses have not been prescribed and that interactions, incompatibilities, or toxic compounds will not result from the combination of medications; assure that drugs are appropriately labeled, stored, and utilized according to physicians’ instructions.
* Dispense prescription to outpatients in accordance with PATHS’ policy and in conformance with regulations and laws according to state and federal laws; counsel patients about their medications and maintain an accurate up-to-date patient profile.
* Handling of all controlled substances must follow all state laws and regulations as stated by the Virginia Board of Pharmacy and federal laws (i.e. paperwork dispensing and/or destruction).
* Supervise pre-packaging of drugs and control procedures.
* Provide drug information such as dosing, compatibilities, formulary substitutes, etc. to nurses and physicians.
* Participate in in-service education programs when requested.
* Arrange to obtain drugs in an emergency situation if PIC is unavailable.
* Maintain a positive and instructional interaction with HCP nurses, physicians and other clinical staff
* Verify the work performed by supportive personnel, which includes, but is not limited to, patient drug data entry and drug distribution policies and procedures.
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the profession by participation in organizational memberships; attendance at meetings, lectures, in-services, seminars; reading journals; comply with National Standards of Continuing Education in order to maintain professional competency and proficiency.
* Assure that the quality of professional services are maintained.
* Provide excellent customer service.
* Other duties as required
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60.00 - $75.00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* Day shift
Ability to commute/relocate:
* South Boston, VA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
License/Certification:
* Licensed Pharmacist (Required)
Work Location: In person
