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Pharmacist
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and licensed Pharmacist to join our pharmacy team in Greensburg, PA. The Pharmacist will be responsible for safely dispensing prescription medications, counseling patients, maintaining accurate pharmacy records, monitoring medication use, and collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to support safe and effective medication therapy.
This is an onsite, contract-to-hire opportunity with a rotating first-shift schedule. The selected candidate must be available seven days per week, including rotating weekends and two holidays per year.
Duties
- Accept, review, and accurately dispense prescription medications in accordance with applicable laws and pharmacy standards.
- Ensure prescribed medications are appropriate for patients and identify potential drug-related concerns.
- Monitor medication compliance and identify potential medication over-usage patterns.
- Counsel patients regarding prescription and non-prescription medications, including dosage, storage, side effects, drug interactions, and proper use.
- Answer patient questions and provide medication-related guidance and education.
- Maintain accurate and confidential patient records and pharmacy documentation.
- Communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, pharmacy interns, and other healthcare professionals regarding patient medication needs.
- Identify patient drug-related problems and communicate appropriate concerns to healthcare providers.
- Compound medications for internal or external use when required.
- Prepare sterile solutions while following appropriate procedures and safety standards.
- Supervise and provide guidance to pharmacy technicians, pharmacy clerks, and other pharmacy staff.
- Maintain appropriate inventory levels of pharmaceutical and medical supplies.
- Educate patients on the proper use and handling of medical devices, including blood pressure monitors and glucose meters.
- Provide pharmacy services and patient education related to areas such as smoking cessation, blood pressure monitoring, and cholesterol management.
- Maintain compliance with applicable pharmacy laws, regulations, and safety procedures.
Schedule
- First Shift
- Rotating schedule, with days changing every two weeks
- Must be available 7 days per week
- Shift options include:
- 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Every other weekend: Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Requirements
- Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree required.
- Active Pharmacist license issued by the applicable state pharmacy board.
- Strong knowledge of prescription medications, drug interactions, dosage, side effects, and medication safety.
- Excellent patient communication and counseling skills.
- Ability to maintain accurate and confidential pharmacy and patient records.
- Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and other healthcare professionals.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to medication safety.
- Ability to work a rotating schedule, including weekends and holidays.
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Pay: $67.00 - $70.00 per hour
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree?
License/Certification:
- Pennsylvania Pharmacist license (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Greensburg, PA 15601 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $67 - $70