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.