PHARMACIST - FULLTIME (NORTH CAMPUS)
Interprets physician prescriptions and medications orders. Acts as a drug information resource to patients, medical staff, nursing staff and ancillary department personnel. Compounds and dispenses prescribed medications and other pharmaceuticals for patient care by performing the related duties. Participates in all clinical projects and activities within the department. Fill medications accurately and timely, order and store drugs, operate Pyxis, monitor controlled substances, aid in annual inventory, fill employee prescriptions, assists in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement projects, follow all laws and regulations governing the practice of pharmacy. Assists in the training of new personnel. Supervise pharmacy technicians. Perform other duties as required. WORK HOURS: Hours of operation, open 24 hours; Shifts will vary, 8 hour to 12 hour shifts
Shifts can be at both Main and North Campus Pharmacy; Weekends & Holidays; Overtime may be required with increased patient load; 8 – 40 hours / week; Worked may be reduced during low census days; Morning & Evening Shifts Must take call
JOB RELATIONSHIP
WORKERS SUPERVISED: Pharmacy Technicians, students, interns, externs
SUPERVISED BY : Director of Pharmacy
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION
Doctorate of Pharmacy degree or Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent
Graduated from an accredited School of Pharmacy
Education in all age groups ranging from newborn to the geriatric population obtained either in school education or subsequent training
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION
Current Pharmacist certification or licensure in the State of Louisiana
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Hospital experience preferred
JOB KNOWLEDGE
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English
Additional languages preferred.