Pharmacist - Main Pharmacy - FT

Performance of professional functions generally associated with the practice of pharmacy in the institutional setting.

Duties/Responsibilities

·         Compounding and preparing ordered pharmaceutical preparations

·         Contacting and conferring physicians if there are any questions or irregularities regarding medication orders

·         Preparing TPN solutions and Monitoring TPN Patients as required

·         Mixing of irrigating solutions and intravenous additive solutions as required using aseptic technique with the laminar air flow hood or CAL, or CACI for hazardous medications

·         Shows competencies in aseptic technique, garbing and gowning, and didactic training in IV and HD preparation

·         Consulting with physician and nursing staff concerning availability, form, side effects and incompatibilities of currently available drugs

·         Responsible for the collection of Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement data

·         Interprets prescription orders and contacts provider or insurer as indicated

·         Performs medication counseling for patients as requested

·         Supervises activities and checks work of pharmacy technicians

·         Performs other duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities

·         Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·         Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

·         Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

·         Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

·         Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Education and Experience

·         Bachelors Degree or Doctorate of Pharmacy, must meet state requirements for Pharmacist and registered by the Louisiana Board of Pharmacy

·         Minimum of one year experience in hospital Pharmacy preferred