QuadMed is seeking a PRN (as needed) Pharmacist to join our Pharmacy team! Day Shifts. Apply today!

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

The Pharmacist is responsible for the timely and effective provision of pharmaceutical care by means of review of patient therapy; interpretation and processing of medication orders; monitoring and managing drug therapy; discharge counseling to assure the continuum of care; monitoring and supporting the drug distribution system; and the provision of frontline drug information support for other healthcare team members.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Dispense pharmaceuticals and limited Durable Medical Equipment as prescribed

Prepare or supervise the preparation of liquid medicines, ointments, powders, tablets, and other medications

Check prescriptions for correct dosage and for drug interactions and incompatibilities

Verify patient information for every new and refilled prescription

Compound prescribed medications not commercially available when necessary

Ensure proper storage of pharmaceuticals stocked in the pharmacy

Work collaboratively with providers to provide optimal pharmaceutical care

Provide patient education/consultation to customers for all new and refilled prescriptions and on OTC (over the counter) medicines as required

Perform order entry of prescriptions into the pharmacy database when technicians are not present

Contact physicians and benefits providers as necessary to process a prescription

Provide a professional and confidential environment for customers on all occasions

Maintain strict confidentiality of PHI and adhere to HIPAA guidelines

SCOPE

Will provide pharmacy services in our licensed pharmacies for select customers

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education:  

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
• Doctor of Pharmacy Degree preferred

Experience:  

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a clinical setting if no Doctorate

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Active pharmacist license in the state of practice, multi-state licensure preferred.  
• Current CPR (BLS) certification or must be obtained within 60 days of hire

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:  

• Ability to work standing for most of your shift  
• Strong customer service skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong computer skills
• Proven organizational and time management skills
• Ability to exercise good judgement
• Considerable knowledge of drug interactions and side effects of medications
• Ability to prepare, compound, and dispense medications with accuracy
• Bilingual a plus
• Proven ability to work effectively with diverse population