Pharmacist

NOTE: New Horizon Family Health Services operates multiple locations throughout Greenville, Greer, Travelers Rest, and Berea. Candidate placement and worksite assignments will be determined at the discretion of the Executive Team, based on organizational needs and operational priorities.

Job Summary

The Pharmacist is responsible for providing pharmaceutical services following policies and standard operating procedures set by the Corporation and within the constraints of the South Carolina Board of Pharmacy Act. The pharmacist performs duties under the direct supervision of the Pharmacist-In-Charge and the Pharmacy Services Director and is responsible for preparing and dispensing medications, ordering, receiving and storing pharmaceutical supplies; maintaining drug utilization records, consulting with health care professionals (providers/ancillary) and analyzing patient drug profiles.

Duties Performed

Maintains all aspects of New Horizon Family Health Services, Inc. pharmacy program in strict accordance with Federal and State regulations.

• Adheres to 340B program administration requirements.
• Prepares medications by reviewing and interpreting prescriber’s orders; detects therapeutic incompatibilities.
• Dispenses medications by compounding, packaging and labeling pharmaceuticals.
• Provides immunizations according to the most current SC Board of Pharmacy vaccine protocol.
• Maintains current and accurate patient drug files.
• Monitors drug therapies and advises prescribers of interventions.

Controls pharmacy operational requirements by organizing and directing pharmacy technician's workflow; verifying their preparation and labeling of pharmaceuticals; verifying order entries and charges.

Performs medication consultation with each patient at the point of dispensation; informs the patient of the appropriate manner in which the medication is to be taken/used; conducts patient education under Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) regulations.

• Maintains adequate pharmaceutical inventory and monitors perpetual inventory on a regular basis.
• Monitors stock for outdated drugs and disposes of them in strict accordance with established guidelines.
• Provides pharmaceutical consultation to the medical staff.

Maintains access to online or written pharmaceutical information, i. e. Online Facts and Comparisons, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Orange Book.

Assists in the preparation of the pharmacy for inspection by funding agency, Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), SC Board of Pharmacy and assists in the maintenance of an orderly pharmacy department.

Ensures that funds and supplies are utilized efficiently and effectively.

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

Required

A PharmD or Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy and possess a current license in good standing to practice pharmacy in the State of South Carolina

Current Basic Life Savings (BLS) Certification

Preferred

Completed ACPE accredited Pharmacy-Based Immunization training program

Experience

Required

Must have thorough knowledge and ability to utilize a computerized pharmacy system

Preferred

Minimum of three (3) years experience as a pharmacist

Other Requirements

Must maintain a current and active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved provider, in accordance with organizational and position requirements. Certification must be obtained through a hybrid or in-person course offered by the American Red Cross or the American Heart Association.

Benefits and Perks

New Horizon Family Health Services offers a robust and comprehensive benefit package to full time employees.

Automatic

• Annual Leave
• Sick leave
• Up to 12 Paid Holidays plus your birthday
• Eligibility for 2 annual bonuses after 1 year of employment when defined eligibility criteria are met

Continuing Education Courses Through SC AHEC

Various employee discounts. I. e., Verizon, AT&T, YMCA, etc.

Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

Optional

• Medical (PEBA State Health Plan), Dental and Vision benefits
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability
• Accident and Critical Illness Coverage
• 403 (b) Retirement Plan, with up to 4% employer match after the first year of employment

Mission

Our Mission is to provide quality, affordable, compassionate patient-centered health care to improve the health of the communities we serve. Our Vision is that our community will be one of the healthiest in the Nation. Superior patient care is the hallmark of NHFHS.

ICARE Values

The ICARE values of New Horizon Family Health Services guide our employees toward achieving the mission of our company and our vision for our community. Our values stand for Integrity, Collaborations, Accountability, Respect, and Enrichment.

Community

Greenville, South Carolina is the perfect place to live, work, and play. Greenville is surrounded by mountains, lakes, hiking & biking trails, as well as recreational activities including golf, tennis, water sports, cultural performances and more. Geographically located between Atlanta, GA and Charlotte, NC, with beaches just 3.5 to 4 hours away.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.