Pharmacist

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible for the supervision of pharmacy technicians in support of the pharmacy manager involved in the pharmacy workflow
Oversee data entry by pharmacy staff from providers and receiving pharmacies and insure the quality of the pharmacy technicians work
Ensure confidentiality of patient information and their records, and destruction of relevant documentation which contains patient information
Assist the pharmacy manager in overseeing staff in fielding calls from major pharmacy chains and independent pharmacies across the country
Assist the pharmacy manager staff in receiving, processing and transferring patients’ prescriptions, and own the success of the transfer end-to-end
Perform pharmacist verification of filled prescriptions in a high-volume closed-door fulfillment environment, ensuring accuracy of drug, dose, quantity and labeling prior to dispensing
Review and clinically verify new and refill prescriptions for therapeutic appropriateness, drug interactions, contraindications, and dosing accuracy
Provide proactive patient counseling and medication education via phone, addressing questions related to new prescriptions, refills, side effects, adherence, and proper mediation use
Collaborate with prescribers and their offices to clarify prescriptions and address clinical issues that may delay dispensing
Perform all tasks in a safe and compliant manner that is consistent with corporate policies as well as State and Federal laws
Work collaboratively with St Louis Pharmacy leadership, Pharmacy Technician staff, and corporate management teams

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Graduated from an accredited College of Pharmacy
Active State Pharmacy License in good standing with the Board of Pharmacy
0-3 of relevant experience
Strong command of the English language
Strong attention to detail with high degree of accuracy
Strong technical aptitude and ability to learn complex new software