Chartwell Pharmacy LLC dba Serviam Pharmacy of Council Bluffs
Pharmacist - PIC For LTC Pharmacy
Full Time • Council Bluffs, IA
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation bonus
- Signing bonus
- Vision insurance
We are an Independent Long Term Care Pharmacy (no retail) seeking a seasoned FT Pharmacist In Charge. We are flexible on the compensation package and will offer a joining bonus (with conditions) for the right candidate.
Summary:
Provides pharmaceutical services to assisted living residents in a manner that maximizes quality and resident safety. Participates in and oversees the dispensing of medication in accordance with federal and state regulations and Serviam Pharmacy policy.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's or Doctorate Degree in Pharmacy.
Licenses/Certification: Current and active pharmacist license in the State of Iowa. Will be required to obtain licensing in additional states
Experience: One year experience in long-term care preferred but not required.
Essential Functions:
- Evaluates physician medication orders for appropriateness of drug, dosage, potential interactions, and route of administration. Makes recommendations for therapy changes to the physician and facility staff as appropriate.
- Maintains resident database to include appropriate current and past medical history, appropriate clinical and laboratory data, and concurrent medication (including over-the-counter and home remedies).
- Ensures that appropriate laboratory tests for monitoring certain high risk conditions are ordered, evaluated and discussed with appropriate members of the healthcare team.
- Collaborates with the healthcare team to provide clinical and technical support as needed.
- Documents all communication with physicians, nurses, other members of the healthcare team, residents and their family members in the medical record.
- Implements policies and procedures for the safe procurement, storage, distribution and use of drugs and biologicals, as well as disposal of drugs.
- Obtains, as necessary, and maintains all required documentation in accordance with federal and state regulatory agencies and Serviam Pharmacy policy.
- Informs the Pharmacy Manager of medication related errors.
- Assists facility/agency staff personnel with procedures relating to safe and effective methods of procuring, maintaining, administering and disposing of drugs.
- Actively participates in Performance Improvement activities.
- Performs other tasks assigned.
- Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company's policies and procedures, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Knowledge of pharmacy laws and federal and state regulations concerning long-term care.
- Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
- Knowledge of pharmaceutical care practices for assisted living residents.
- Ability to maintain detailed and accurate records.
Compensation: $150,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year
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