Evaluates physician medication orders for appropriateness of drug, dosage, potential interactions, route of administration and stability. Makes recommendations for therapy changes to the physician and facility staff as appropriate. Reviews the drug regimen and clinical indicators of each resident as assigned at least monthly and reports any irregularities to the Director of Nursing, Administrator and the attending physicians with a written report of findings and recommendations. Documents all co...
PHARMACIST CONSULTANT
Job Locations
US-PA-HARRISBURG | US-PA-HORSHAM
ID
2024-145812
Line of Business
PharMerica
Position Type
Full-Time
Pay Min
USD $56.00/Hr.
Pay Max
USD $60.00/Hr.
Our Company
PharMerica
Overview
Our Pharmacy group focuses on providing exceptional customer service and meeting the pharmacy needs for hospitals, rehabilitation hospitals, long-term acute care hospitals, and other specialized care centers nationwide. If your passion is service excellence and top-quality care come join our team and apply today!
Responsibilities
Evaluates physician medication orders for appropriateness of drug, dosage, potential interactions, route of administration and stability. Makes recommendations for therapy changes to the physician and facility staff as appropriate
Reviews the drug regimen and clinical indicators of each resident as assigned at least monthly and reports any irregularities to the Director of Nursing, Administrator and the attending physicians with a written report of findings and recommendations
Documents all communication with physicians, nurses, other members of the healthcare team and patients/residents and their family members
Maintains knowledge of pharmacy laws and federal and state regulations concerning long-term care
Works cooperatively as a member of a team
Maintains knowledge of pharmaceutical care practices for long term care residents
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited School of Pharmacy or Pharmacy Doctorate
Current license required. Dual license preferred
One-year experience in acute, long-term care or home health preferred
Consultant or Clinical Pharmacist experience preferred
IV clinical experience preferred
Must be able to work weekends or outside of normal business hours when needed
Ability to lift patient charts repetitively
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Good customer service skills
Ability to learn and understand state and federal regulations for long-term care
Understand of formulary management
About our Line of Business
PharMerica is a full-service pharmacy solution providing value beyond medication. PharMerica is the long-term care pharmacy services provider of choice for senior living communities, skilled nursing facilities, public health organizations and post-acute care organizations. PharMerica is one of the nation's largest pharmacy companies. PharMerica offers unmatched employee development, exceptional company culture, seemingly endless opportunities for advancement and the highest hiring goals in decades. For more information about PharMerica, please visit www.pharmerica.com. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
Salary Range
USD $56.00 - $60.00 / Hour
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