What are the responsibilities and job description for the Compounding Pharmacist position at Rx relief?
Ready for a Change of Scenery? Relocate to Southwest Louisiana with a Sign-On Bonus!
If you are looking to take your pharmacy career to a place where your paycheck goes further, Rx relief wants to help you make the move. We are seeking a full-time Pharmacist for a long-term care setting in the thriving Lake Charles, LA area.
To help you settle in completely stress-free, we are offering a $20,000 sign-on bonus alongside relocation assistance (based on where you are moving from). We welcome both experienced pharmacists and new graduates looking to jumpstart their careers in a high-growth region.
Why Make the Move to Southwest Louisiana?
- Unbeatable Cost of Living: Enjoy an attractive, affordable lifestyle where your salary goes much further than in major metropolitan hubs.
- Perfectly Connected Location: Situated right on the I-10 corridor, you are just a road trip away from weekend getaways in Houston, Baton Rouge, and New Orleans.
- A Booming Economy: Anchored by Lake Charles, this business-friendly region is backed by billions of dollars in active investments, guaranteeing long-term economic stability and professional growth.
The Relocation Package & Benefits
- Starting Salary: $135,000 - $160,000
- Sign-On Bonus: $20,000
- Relocation Assistance: Available
- Full Benefits Package: Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance, 401(k), deferred compensation programs, and more.
Job Specifics and Requirements:
- Location: Lake Charles, LA
- Schedule: Full-Time
- Education: Pharm.D.
- Experience: 1 years preferred, but new graduates are highly encouraged to apply!
- Licensure: Must have (or be eligible to obtain) an open, active, and in good standing Louisiana State Pharmacist License.
- Pre-Employment Screening: Ability to successfully complete a background check, health screen, and drug screen.
Job Responsibilities:
In this role, you will maintain productivity, quality standards, and legal compliance within a long-term care pharmacy setting. Your daily responsibilities will include:
- Reviewing and verifying medication orders for long-term care facility residents to ensure accuracy and appropriateness.
- Conducting comprehensive drug regimen reviews and identifying potential medication-related issues.
- Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and healthcare teams to optimize patient medication therapy.
- Monitoring for drug interactions, contraindications, and adverse effects.
- Ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations governing long-term care pharmacy operations.
- Providing consultant pharmacist services and recommendations to facility staff.
- Participating in interdisciplinary care planning meetings and providing clinical expertise.
- Maintaining accurate documentation and records in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Educating healthcare staff on proper medication administration and storage procedures.
- Responding to medication-related inquiries and providing drug information support.
- Overseeing medication storage, handling, and disposal protocols within the facility.
- Conducting quality assurance activities and participating in continuous improvement initiatives.
About Rx relief
Rx relief is a specialty staffing company providing supplemental pharmacy professionals across all pharmacy practice settings. Voted Best of Staffing by both clients and talent, we provide a customized approach to your career needs. Contact us today to learn how we can support your next big move!
Salary : $135,000 - $160,000