On Call Pharmacist

Prepares medications by reviewing, interpreting, and executing physician prescription orders

Determines appropriateness and legality of prescription orders

Dispenses medications with appropriate packaging, and labeling pursuant to Federal and State Rules and Regulations

Responsible for the accuracy and delivery of all prescription medications

Detects therapeutic incompatibilities

Monitors drug therapies and advises therapy changes and interventions

Responsible for maintaining appropriate inventory levels and orders medication when necessary

Responsible for ordering schedule II-controlled substances and accepts the order appropriately from wholesaler by executing a DEA 222 form

Organizes and directs pharmacy technicians workflow; by verifying their work preparation at data entry, labeling, and filling of pharmaceuticals

Verifies that the copays and third party billing is appropriate and accurate

Answers questions and requests of health care professionals,

Provides counseling to patients when required and requested

Participates in clinical programs; training of pharmacy staff, students, and health care professionals

Complies with State and Federal Drug Laws as Regulated by the State Board of Pharmacy, the Drug Enforcement Administration, and the Food and Drug Administration

Monitors nursing units and performs site inspections

Performs monthly continuous quality assurance checks

Maintains records for controlled substances and non-controlled substances

Removes outdated and damaged drugs from the pharmacy inventory

Maintains current registrations

Protects patients and pharmacy technicians by adhering to infection-control protocols

Maintains pharmacological knowledge by participating in educational workshops, completing continued education hours, and reviewing professional publications

Establishes and maintains profession networks.

Contributes to team efforts by assisting in the preparation for the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee

Other duties as assigned

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