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In Touch Pharmaceuticals

Staff Pharmacist

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What they do

A Long-Term Care Pharmacist provides medications to patients and educates patients and physicians on the proper use of medications. Works in a long-term care facility or pharmacy. May be directly involved in patient care, working with physicians and healthcare workers to manage the long-term health of the patients in the facility.

$122,086 / year median in Indiana

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

Staff Pharmacists will be under the authority of the Director of Pharmacy. The following is a guideline of what is expected and the responsibilities included in the Staff Pharmacist position. Job Requirements Holds an Indiana pharmacist's license Remains in good standing with the Board of PharmacyPossesses problem-solving skillsSpeaks English fluently and clearly to allow communication with staffPhysically able to stand for prolonged periods of timeCapable oflifting upto 10 pounds without restriction Job Duties Prepares medications by reviewing and interpreting physician orders; detecting therapeutic incompatibilities.

Dispenses medications by compounding, packaging, and labeling pharmaceuticals according to state regulations and established company policies and procedures.

Manages medication profiles by reviewing drug therapies; advising interventions.

Completes pharmacy operational requirements by organizing and directing technicians'work flow; verifying their preparation and labeling of pharmaceuticals; verifying order entries, charges, and inspections.

Provides pharmacological information by answering questions and requests of health care professionals; counselingnurseson drug therapies.

Develops pharmacological and organizational knowledge by participating in in-services; Pharmacist meetings, and other meetings as necessaryDevelops pharmacological and organizational knowledge of others byparticipatingin the training ofstudents,technicians, andother pharmacists.

Helpsmaintaincustomer facility compliancewith state and federal drug laws as regulated bystate boardsofnursing, the drug enforcement administration,CMS guidelines,and the food and drug administration byrecommending order clarifications in anticipation of nursing unit inspectionsComplies with state and federal drug laws as regulated by the state boards of pharmacy, the drug enforcement administration, and the food and drug administration by maintaining records for controlled substances; removing outdated and damaged drugs from the pharmacy inventory; supervising the work of technicians; studying existing and new legislation; advising management on needed actions.

Supports pharmacy staff byidentifyingeducational topics and development of in-service material whenappropriate.

Willingness to be trained in sterile compounding, monitoring and dosing of intravenously administered anti-infectives.

Maintainsasafe and clean working environment bycomplying withprocedures, rules, and regulations.

Maintains pharmacological knowledge bycompleting continuing education credits as required by the state of IndianaContributes to team effort byaccomplishingrelated results as needed Roles and Responsibilities of the Staff Pharmacist Team Responsible for learning and understanding the day-to-day operations and workflow inall areas of the pharmacyEstablish andmaintaina professional and effective working environment with your team membersResponsible for communicating workflow and any other necessary information between team members and necessary DepartmentsEmpowered to make decisions based on workflow and daily production requirementsIdentify,prioritizeand delegate team members to achieve a consistent and productive workflowEnhance a positive work environment by leading through example.

Responsible for coaching and training team membersApply problem-solving and time-management skills to enhance productivity ,
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job classification. They are not to be construed as an all-encompassing list of all responsibilities, duties, and skilled required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. PI286682356