Pharmacist Part Time

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:

Operation PAR, Inc. is a non-profit organization offering the full continuum of services for individuals with substance use and/or mental health disorders.  PAR has been providing comprehensive behavioral health treatment in west Florida since 1970 through advocacy, education, clinical services, and research.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Responsible and accountable for the development, coordination, and supervision of all pharmaceutical services. Oversees facilities compliance with all Federal and State laws regarding pharmaceuticals. Acts to ensure patient safety and inventory control. Provides reports and maintains pharmacy licenses and permits while holding best practices in areas regarding pharmacy issues. Local daily travel in personal vehicle to various facilities required in Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando and Citrus counties. Rotational on-call requirements.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Commitment to workplace of dignity and respect
• Compliance with all Equal Employment Opportunity rules and guidelines
• Ability to work with others cooperatively and cordially in a spirit of teamwork
• Ability to appear at work as scheduled, mindful of the company’s attendance policies
• Ability to accept direction from managers and supervisors in a respectful and collaborative manner

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Graduate of an accredited college or university with a degree in Pharmacy
• Active Consultant Pharmacist license
• One-year minimum experience as a consultant pharmacist. Addiction and/or mental health experience preferred.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of State and Federal pharmacy laws and regulations
• Knowledge of cost effective measures in inventory control
• Knowledge of best practices in substance abuse and mental health pharmaceutical uses
• Knowledge of pharmacology to include the initiation, selection and the modification of selected drug regimen

• Ability to establish and maintain effective positive, productive working relationships with other employees and the public
• Ability to respond in a courteous, pleasant manner and provide in-service education
• Ability to develop quality standards and reports and the ability to function independently

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid driver's license
• Active and clear Consultant Pharmacist license
• Must pass level II background (https://info.flclearinghouse.com) and drug screen.
• Must maintain current training as required by Operation PAR, Inc. policies

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to write accurately and legibly
• Moderate proficiency in the use of Microsoft Windows-based computers
• Ability to accurately type at least 40 words per minute.
• Ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of time

•    Ability to bend, stoop and reach

•    Ability to sit in meetings for extended periods of time

• Ability to move throughout program facilities both indoors and outdoors

•    Ability to lift and carry 10 pounds

•    Good hearing and vision

(Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.)

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Treatment program / hospital environment
• Exposure to individuals who may be experiencing emotional distress or agitation
• Possible exposure to clients with communicable diseases