Geriatric LTC Pharmacist - Medication Safety & Care

Hayat Pharmacy; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Hayat Pharmacy is seeking a pharmacist to lead medication management in long-term care settings. You will perform DRRs, tailor geriatric dosages from labs, and monitor high-risk medications, ensuring safe, compliant care.

Role includes supervising pharmacy staff, overseeing LTC packaging, and participating in care plans with clinicians and families. A Pharm.D. or B.S. Pharm with active licensure and 1–3 years LTC experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: Pharm.D. or B.S. Pharm from an accredited institution.
• Licensure: Active Pharmacist License in good standing.
• Experience: 1–3 years in LTC/hospital or mail-order settings preferred.
• Certifications (Preferred): BCGP or BCPS.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive drug regimen reviews to prevent adverse drug events in facility residents.
• Evaluate charts, labs and renal function to tailor geriatric dosages.
• Monitor high-risk meds and recommend dose reductions or tapers.
• Participate in care plan meetings with physicians, nursing staff and families.
• Review and verify orders for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee LTC packaging (blister packs, unit-dose, multi-dose).
• Direct and supervise technicians, compounding staff and fulfillment staff.
• Manage emergency drug kits and automated dispensing cabinets.
• Conduct monthly audits to ensure CMS and state LTC regulations are met.
• Assist facilities with medication policies and track quality metrics.

Skills

Geriatric pharmacotherapy

CMS guidelines familiarity

EHR integration

Attention to detail

Education

Pharm.D.

B.S. Pharm

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Hayat Pharmacy is seeking a pharmacist to lead medication management in long-term care settings. You will perform DRRs, tailor geriatric dosages from labs, and monitor high-risk medications, ensuring safe, compliant care.

Role includes supervising pharmacy staff, overseeing LTC packaging, and participating in care plans with clinicians and families. A Pharm.D. or B.S. Pharm with active licensure and 1–3 years LTC experience is preferred.