Pharmacist

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Staff Pharmacist will receive general guidance and direction from the Pharmacist in Charge. This role will involve drug utilization review, ensuring the proper and safe storage of drugs and devices, and the maintenance of records of drugs and devices. The key function of this role is processing prescriptions with a keen focus on providing service excellence.

Responsibilities:

Maintain professional knowledge, skills, and competence in areas of responsibility

Identify opportunities for improvements in pharmacy systems related to unique needs of identified health conditions

Appropriately intervene for drug allergies, potential drug interactions, and duplication of therapy 100% of the time, as documented in patient medication profile.

Effectively communicate to patients the recommendation of drug regimen for all prescriptions

Review and interpret prescriptions, compounds and accurately dispense medication, while maintaining efficient workflow to provide timely delivery

Qualifications:

Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy

B.S. or Pharm.D.

1-2 years experience in clinical pharmacy practice is preferred

Licensed and in good standing with the Board of Pharmacy; Licensure in NJ

Excellent communication skills, flexibility

Self-directed with excellent time management skills and able to work independently

ASHP-approved Pharmacy Residency desirable

Strong organizational skills necessary to plan and coordinate daily operational activities

Ability to communicate with all levels of health care professionals

Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy filling prescriptions

Compounding Medications comprehension preferred