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Sky Lakes Medical Center

Retail Pharmacist

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What they do

A Retail Pharmacist provides medications to patients and educates patients on the proper use of medications. Works in the pharmacy department of a retail store. Dispenses prescription and non-prescription medications. Manages prescription records and the pharmacy patient database. May consult with healthcare facilities or insurance companies to develop efficient methods of prescription.

$140,098 / year median in Oregon

+19% projected growth

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Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS
Required :
Knowledge of pharmacokinetics, drug utilization review, drug distribution systems; Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred :
Experience in a similar pharmacy practice setting is desirable. Board of Pharmacy Licensed Preceptor. Hospital pharmacy background and experience. Immunization Certification within 18 months of hire.
Lic/Reg/Cert :
Possess a current Oregon Pharmacist license or eligible for reciprocity with 3 (three) years Retail experience; Immunization Certification within 18 months of hire.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS
Light to medium physical demand. Must be able to stand/sit for periods of time at computer terminal. Communication with nursing staff and physicians orally, via phone and in writing when needed. Daily supervision of the pharmacy technician staff. Patient counseling on prescriptions. Computer skills and understanding of general pharmacy systems. Develop friendly and positive relationships with pharmacy staff other and hospital caregivers.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Prepare and dispense medications using appropriate techniques and following Pharmacy law and liability, both state and federal. Follow the hospital's policies and procedures Design, recommend, monitor, and evaluate patient-specific pharmacotherapy. Maintenance of accurate computerized medication profiles. Provide concise, applicable, and timely responses to requests for drug information from healthcare providers and patients. Provide patient counseling on prescriptions and medication-use education to patients and caregivers. Supervise Pharmacy technicians and utilize pharmacy support personnel effectively. Ensure continuity of pharmaceutical care to and from the acute and ambulatory patient-care settings. Participate in the established process for assessing, managing, and reporting medication errors. Proper labeling, packaging, compounding, billing, and delivery of medications. Comply in all activities with accreditation, legal, regulatory, and safety requirements. Manage time effectively to fulfill practice responsibilities. Manage purchasing, receiving, storage, and processing of inventory. Maintain a professional image. Attends Pharmacy staff meetings Maximize work efficiency through the use of computers and other technologies.
MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs other duties as assigned. Licenses & Certifications Required BLS Basic Life Support Pharmacists Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Pay:
$68.67 - $84.27 per hour
Work Location:
In person

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance