Per-Diem Pharmacist

Job Purpose /

Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Per-Diem Pharmacist to join our pharmacy team at a closed door pharmacy for a large employer in the greater New Orleans area. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing exceptional pharmaceutical care and services to our customers while ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements. This position requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Critical Success Factors:

Decision Quality:

Involves a comprehensive approach to decision-making that ensures the quality of decisions at the time they are made. Decisions made can significantly impact the success and growth of an organization.

Effective Communication:

The ability to have a conversation with patients, providers, team members, and leadership in an engaging way that is focused, consistent and offers value. Effective communication demonstrates understanding, helps to prevent conflict, improves engagement, solves problems, and builds trust.

Customer Service:

Build and maintain positive relationships with customers/clients to maintain and improve the patient experience. Top 5

Competencies:

Directs Work :

Providing direction, delegating, and removing obstacles to get work done. 2.

Ensures Accountability:

Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments. 3.

Drives Results:

Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances. 4.

Collaborates:

Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives. 5.

Situational Adaptability :

Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

The Pharmacist will be responsible for the following, but not limited to: Dispense medications accurately and efficiently according to prescription orders. Provide medication counseling and education to patients on proper medication use, potential side effects, and interactions. Review and interpret physician orders to ensure accuracy and appropriateness of therapy. Monitor drug therapy regimens for contraindications, interactions, and therapeutic duplications. Collaborate with healthcare providers to optimize patient outcomes and promote medication adherence. Maintain accurate patient records, including medication histories, allergies, and interventions. Comply with all federal, state, and local pharmacy laws and regulations. Ensure proper storage and handling of medications, including monitoring for expired or damaged products. Participate in pharmacy quality assurance programs and continuous quality improvement initiatives. Assist with inventory management, including ordering, stocking, and managing pharmaceutical supplies. Provide excellent customer service by addressing customer inquiries, resolving issues, and promoting pharmacy services. Stay current with developments in pharmacy practice and participate in ongoing professional development activities. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Education Requirements:

To perform the job successfully, an individual must have the following: Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an accredited pharmacy program. Active pharmacist license in good standing with the state pharmacy board. Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in a retail pharmacy setting (preferred). Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. Attention to detail and accuracy in medication dispensing and record-keeping.

• Proficiency in pharmacy management software and technology.

Travel Required:

Up to 5% travel Working Conditions /

Physical Demands:

• Utilize a computer and calculator
• Work environment may include exposure to hazardous materials and infectious diseases.
• Physical requirements include standing for extended periods
• May be required to lift items up to 25 lbs.

on occasion

Pay:

$65.00 - $75.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person