Pharmacist - PRN

at  Ascension DePaul Services

GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

The Pharmacist is responsible for controlling, dispensing and distributing medicine. They work to legal and ethical guidelines to ensure the correct and safe supply of medical products to the patients of the clinic. They are involved in maintaining and improving people’s health by providing advice and information as well as supplying prescription medicines. Pharmacists also instruct patients and staff on the use of medicines and medical appliances.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be licensed to practice pharmacy in the state of Louisiana with a current pharmacy license in good standing.
• Must have a BS Pharmacy or PharmD.
• Knowledge of all pharmacy related matters and requirements for practice.
• Knowledge of computers and relevant software along with excellent organizational skills and data management.
• Excellent verbal and writing skills - advanced interpersonal communication skills to provide effective consultation and collaboration.
• Aptitude to understand regulatory standards relating to the 340B program and pharmacy operations.
• Ability to train support staff and other pharmacist in training.
• Ability to multitask and adapt to a complex organizational environment.
• Ability to promote and maintain positive relationships with DCHC departments and staff.
• Ability to relate to diverse ages and demographic backgrounds.
• Capable of exercising sound judgment and making intelligent decisions based on the information provided.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have completed a pharmacy internship with a community and/or retail pharmacy experience preferred but not required.
• Specific 340B training and/or knowledge desired.
• Certification from an accredited pharmacy program or advance training in medication management.

• The pharmacist is responsible for dispensing prescription medicines to the patients; ensuring that different treatments are compatible; checking dosage and ensuring that medicines are correctly and safely supplied and labeled and supervising the preparation of any medicines. Maintains confidentiality of patient and organization information.
• Directs technicians appropriately for proper workflow; and checks and assumes responsibility for medication orders filled by technicians and all activities conducted in the pharmacy.
• Demonstrates the ability to assess prescriptions for appropriateness relative to disease management.
• Demonstrates the ability to assess prescription safety relative to patient profile (age, weight, allergy, etc.)
• Responsible for compliance with all DCHC policies and procedures and all federal, state and local regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communications; and displays a superior understanding of computer applications/software used in the healthcare and pharmacy setting.
• Responsible for proper storage, handling and management of Pharmacy inventory including all required documentation and financial management.
• Responsible for proper storage, handling and management of Pharmacy inventory including all required documentation and financial management. Assist in conducting annual inventory.
• Contribute to Mission effectiveness by promoting the spirit embodied within the Mission Statement. Service to the Poor: Supports the cause of those who lack resources for a reasonable quality of life. Reverence: Respect and compassion for the dignity and diversity of life. Integrity: Inspiring trust through personal leadership. Wisdom: Integrating excellence and stewardship. Creativity: Courageous Innovation. Dedication: Affirming hope and joy in our ministry.
• Performs other duties as assigned