Pharmacist - Residing in Illinois with CA License required

STATEMENT:  

This position description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications which may be required of the employee assigned to the position. Depending on the size of the facility the job duties may vary. Receipt of the job description does not imply nor create a promise of employment contract of any kind employment with the Company is at-will.  

Position Summary  

The Staff Pharmacist is responsible for the oversight of pharmacy dispensing processes and the consultation of patients. This position supports the pharmacy manager ensuring the maintenance of pharmacy operations, customer satisfaction and loyalty, and regulatory compliance. In addition to any responsibilities otherwise outlined in the job description or elsewhere, the staff pharmacist has responsibility for complying with rules governing the role of a pharmacist as issued by the state of Illinois.  

The pharmacist is the direct supervisor/manager of the technicians assigned under them. Responsibilities also include coordinating the duties of pharmacy technicians working in the preparation, labeling and delivery of various medications/supplies according to prescriptions. Most importantly, staff pharmacists must ensure that all dispensed drugs are recorded and delivered in compliance with state and federal regulations. 

Position Responsibilities  

•   Professional demeanor and courteous attitude 

•   Ensure outstanding customer service  

•   Possess a professional appearance; requires business casual attire 

•  Knowledge of pharmacy computer systems (will train) 

• Answers patient inquiries for new prescriptions, patient refill requests, and other pharmacy related business 

• Oversees the preparation and dispensing of prescription medications to patients or medical practitioners 

• Oversees the preparation of all necessary records on prescriptions and other pharmacy related records 

• Knowledge of insurance and third-party billing systems 

• Knowledge of organization services available to customers 

• Follows established policies, procedures and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards 

• Any other duties assigned by the Senior Clinical Pharmacist and Upper Management. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• The ability to organize and manage multiple priorities with professionalism and strong organizational skills 

• Knowledge of the use, clinical effects, and composition of drugs, including their chemical, biological, and physical properties   

• Ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment and prioritize work effectively 

• Commitment to company values and the ability to be a strong team player 

• Ability to look at prescriptions for extended periods of time and ensure accuracy 

Performance Requirements 

• Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills 

• Ability to work in a demanding environment for extended periods of time and ability to adapt to change 

• Ability to handle fast-paced situations in a professional manner 

• Ability to respect and preserve confidentiality of Protected Health Information (PHI) and respect patient diversity 

• Ability to communicate with other healthcare professionals in a professional, businesslike manner 

Licenses, Certificates, Education and/or Experience Required 

• Bachelor’s Degree in pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy 

• California Pharmacist license in good standing Required

• Preferred 2-5 years post-graduate clinical experience with patient care  

• Able to pass drug test and criminal background check 

Work Environment: This position is in a fast-paced, pharmacy environment. Pharmacists spend most of their shift on their feet. Exposure to chemicals is possible. When working with sterile or dangerous pharmaceutical products, pharmacists wear gloves, masks and other protective equipment.

Physical Demands   

• Ability to lift  

• Moving, lifting or carrying boxes.   

• Ability to stand for extended periods   

• Fine Motor Skills   

• Visual acuity  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach forward with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 

The overall physical demand rating for a job of the pharmacy technician falls within the light classification (exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 pounds of force frequently, and for a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects.  

Physical demand* requirements are more than those for Sedentary Work, even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount) according to the Dictionary of Occupational Titles.