Onsite Staff Pharmacist

Company Overview:

About the Role:

Job Summary:

Under the direct supervision of the Pharmacy Manager, the Staff Pharmacist is responsible and accountable for the provision of safe effective and prompt medication therapy. The staff Pharmacist participates in all necessary aspects of the medication-use system while providing comprehensive and individualized pharmaceutical care to the patients in their assigned areas.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Operate within the professional standards and in compliance with Federal State and local regulations
Performs professional duties and responsibilities associated with the processing of prescriptions to meet the SelectRx objectives and personally maintains a high level of customer satisfaction
Compounds dispenses checks and verifies that all prescription and health-related product orders are processed in accordance with Federal State and local laws and regulations governing the dispensing of medications and other healthcare-related products
Implement and maintain policies and procedures of the Pharmacy Department.
Comply and adhere to professional practices and management of hourly pharmacy associates
Assist in training and supervising pharmacy technicians and other support staff
Assist in monitoring pharmacy associates performance ratings
Assist the Pharmacy Manager in ensuring profitable operations of the Pharmacy Department
Actively develops and oversees policies and procedures for drug purchasing drug distribution and inventory drug control
Reviews pharmacy audit reports and implements cost-saving initiatives
Implement audit and quality control procedures to ensure compliance with SelectRx and regulatory requirements
Maintains files records and submits required pharmacy reports
Identifies evaluates and interprets prescriptions
Receives new prescription orders orally from prescribers or other persons authorized by law
Ability to monitor drug therapy of patients and recognizes significant drug interactions
Supervises the packaging of drugs and checks the packaging procedure and product upon completion
Responsible for overseeing all activities of pharmacy technicians to ensure that all activities are performed completely safely and without risk or harm to patients
Consults with patients or his/her agent regarding prescriptions either prior to or after dispensing or regarding any medical information contained in patients’ medication record system or patient chart as mandated by OBRA regulations
Consult with any prescriber nurse or other health care professional or authorized agent thereof
Develop and maintain professional relationships with the medical community in which SelectRx serves
Resolves customer complaints and recommends corrective action plans
Treats all patients/clients with respect and courtesy; respects the patients’/clients’ rights to confidentiality and works cooperatively with other members of professional and non-professional staff
Attend SelectRx team meetings when requested

Skills/Abilities:

Must possess the ability to work with automated prescription systems
Maintains proficiency in pharmacy computer systems and medication ordering systems
Possess good organizational and time-management skills
Demonstrates appropriate written and oral communication skills
A high degree of interpersonal and organizational skills
Understand and maintain confidentiality regarding patient medications and illnesses (HIPPA)
Ability to effectively interact with all levels of management associates clients and the general public
Proficiency in reading writing and speaking is required

Education and Experience:

Bachelor of Science degree or Pharm.D. Degree from an accredited School of Pharmacy

Certificates/Licenses/Registration

Must currently be licensing by the Pennsylvania Board of Pharmacy to practice pharmacy in the state of Pennsylvania

Financial Responsibilities (budget revenue)

This position has no budget responsibility, authority and/or level of control.

Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer

SelectQuote Core Values:

Service: We create positive customer experiences.

Entrepreneurship: We create innovate & take risks.

Leadership: We build & invest in high-performing teams.

Empowerment: We embrace a changing environment.

Courage: We challenge the status quo & drive continuous improvement.

Teamwork: We help support & celebrate each other.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.