LTC Mail Order Staff Pharmacist | Pawtucket, Rhode Island
| Estimated Pay info | Based on similar jobs in your market$61 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | Pawtucket, Rhode Island |
About this job
Job Description
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree, active Pharmacist license, and minimum 1+ years Pharmacist experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.
This position offers a unique opportunity for an experienced pharmacist to work in a long-term care (LTC) mail order pharmacy environment. The role requires evening shifts, Monday through Friday, from 2:30 pm to 11:00 pm, over a 12-week contract period with the potential for temp-to-hire status after three months.
Location: Pawtucket, Rhode Island
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Evenings, 2:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Responsibilities:
- Accurately accept and dispense prescription medications, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and patient safety.
- Monitor patient medication usage to identify compliance issues and prevent overuse.
- Maintain confidential patient records and properly manage pharmacy files in accordance with regulations.
- Provide detailed counseling for patients regarding medication usage, potential side effects, and drug interactions.
- Offer consultations on both prescription and non-prescription medications, including storage and dosage instructions.
- Deliver additional patient services such as smoking cessation counseling, blood pressure and cholesterol monitoring.
- Educate patients in the correct use of medical devices like blood pressure monitors and glucose meters.
- Compound medications following sterile procedures for both internal and external uses.
- Supervise pharmacy staff including pharmacy technicians and clerks, ensuring workflow efficiency.
- Manage pharmaceutical and medical supply inventories and address drug-related issues by collaborating with healthcare providers.
Qualifications and Desired Experience:
- Valid Rhode Island pharmacy license is required.
- Proven experience as a pharmacist, ideally with some background in long-term care settings.
- Strong attention to legal compliance and patient confidentiality.
- Ability to supervise and mentor pharmacy staff.
This contract offers the chance to contribute your expertise in a specialized mail order LTC pharmacy setting with a schedule that balances professional responsibility and consistent work hours. Candidates interested in a rewarding pharmacy role with temp-to-hire potential are encouraged to apply. Take the next step in your pharmacy career and submit your application today.
Compensation for this position ranges from $55.00 to $63.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
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