Pharmacist - Per Diem

The Pharmacist will manage the daily operations of the pharmacy including preparing and administering appropriate pharmaceuticals to patients, managing per diem pharmacist and managing pharmacy technicians.

The Pharmacist directs the day-to-day operations of the pharmacy including the dispensing of medications and interpreting /evaluating medication orders. Dispenses all patient medications in a safe and timely manner.

Demonstrates working knowledge of drug doses, routes of administration, dosage forms, drug interactions, and pharmaceutical terms, abbreviations, and symbols. Demonstrates knowledge of how to organize the department to efficiently inventory, order, stock, and distribute pharmacy products.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please Note: UNLV Health does not provide employment sponsorships or sponsorship transfers for any positions.

Advantages of Working for UNLV Health

• Clinic Hours are Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM (Actual hours may vary depending on business need)

• 12 Full-Day and 2 Half-Day Paid Holidays per year, starting with your first day of employment
• 22 PTO days per year (Depending on Position)
• 3% 401K Contribution, even if you do not contribute
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits that start the first of the month following your start date
• Pay may be higher than stated range, based on experience.

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Pharm D from an accredited school of pharmacy

Major Responsibilities

• Serves patients by preparing medications and providing education to ensure the patient receives the correct medicine, dosages, and that they understand how to take their prescription.
• Prepares medications by reviewing and interpreting physician orders.
• Maintains work flow, compliance with pharmacy board regulations, and oversight of pharmacy inventory.
• Completes pharmacy operational requirements by organizing and directing technicians’ workflow, verifying their preparation and labeling of pharmaceuticals, and verifying order entries, charges, and inspections.
• Complies with state and federal drug laws as regulated by the state board of pharmacy, the drug enforcement administration, and the food and drug administration.
• Oversees the work of the pharmacy technicians.
• Maintains current registration and knowledge of applicable current legislation.
• Protects patients and technicians by adhering to infection-control protocols.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Collaborates with physicians, nurses, and case managers at Mojave counseling.

Qualifications

• Must be able to supervise pharmacy technicians with different levels of experience.
• Must have organizational, interpersonal, and excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must have the ability to exercise a high degree of initiative and independence of action while also working collaboratively with other team members of UNLV Medicine.
• Must maintain up to date knowledge of pharmacy policies and procedures and be ready at all times to assist in pharmacy audits.

Other Requirements

• Current Driver's License

Physical Requirements

• May include standing, sitting, and/or walking for extended periods
• May include performing repetitive tasks
• May include lifting up to 25 pounds

UNLV Health will provide equal opportunity employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person shall be discriminated against in employment because of race, color, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or intellectual disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law.

If you have any questions about our interview and hiring procedures, please contact Recruitment at healthjobs@medicine.unlv.edu [healthjobs@medicine.unlv.edu]