Long-Term Care Pharmacist Hayat Pharmacy - 3.6 Milwaukee, WI Job Details 12 hours ago Qualifications Licensed Pharmacist (State-Specific) Licensed Pharmacist Full Job Description Key Responsibilities Clinical Care & Medication Management Perform comprehensive drug regimen reviews (DRR) for facility residents to prevent adverse drug events, interactions, and therapeutic duplication. Evaluate patient charts, lab results, and renal function to tailor dosages for geriatric and specialized populations. Monitor high-risk medications (e.g., psychotropics, anticoagulants, antibiotics) and recommend appropriate dose reductions or tapers. Participate in care plan meetings with physicians, nursing staff, and patient families. Dispensing & Operations Review and verify provider medication orders for accuracy and regulatory compliance. Oversee specialized LTC packaging (e.g., blister packs, unit-dose systems, multi-dose strip packaging). Direct and supervise pharmacy technicians, compounding staff, and fulfillment personnel. Manage emergency drug kits (E-kits) and automated dispensing cabinets housed at long-term care facilities. Consulting & Regulatory Compliance Conduct monthly on-site or remote facility audits to ensure federal (CMS) and state long-term care regulations are met. Assist facilities in developing medication administration, storage, and disposal policies. Track and report quality metrics, medication errors, and antibiotic stewardship indicators.

Qualifications & Requirements Education:

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.

D.) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (B.S. Pharm) from an accredited institution.

Licensure:

Active Pharmacist License in good standing in the state of practice.

Experience:

1-3 years of pharmacy experience in LTC, hospital/acute care, or mail-order environments preferred. Certifications (Preferred): Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist (BCGP) or Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS). Key Skills & Competencies Extensive knowledge of geriatric pharmacotherapy, pharmacokinetics, and chronic disease management. Strong familiarity with CMS guidelines (e.g., F-Tags related to pharmacy services in nursing facilities). Proficiency with pharmacy management software and Electronic Health Record (EHR) integration. High attention to detail, precision, and problem-solving skills in high-volume settings.