Geriatric Pharmacist (Per Diem) – LTC & Hospital

Gurwin-Jewish-Nursing-; Commack (NY); On-site; USD 96,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Gurwin Healthcare System in Commack, NY seeks a Per Diem Pharmacist to join our care-focused team and support geriatric residents across our campus. The role requires weekend availability (Saturdays 8:00am–4:00pm, Sundays 8:00am–12:00pm) and flexibility for additional shifts as needed.

Responsibilities include entering orders, IV compounding, dispensing under physician prescriptions, providing drug information, supervising pharmacy staff, and reviewing monthly regimens to optimize therapy.

Qualifications

• Pharm D preferred or BS in Pharmacy.
• Hospital or LTC experience required.
• BCGP (geriatric pharmacist) preferred.
• Current New York State License to practice pharmacy.

Responsibilities

• Interprets and enters drug orders and patient data into computer profile.
• Compounds IVs and dispenses medications upon written prescription from staff physicians.
• Provides drug information to medical and nursing staff.
• Supervises all functions of pharmacy technician staff.
• Reviews residents' medical drug regimens monthly and notes potential issues.
• Maintains computerized patient profiles for all residents.
• Dispenses medications in compliance with state and federal laws.
• Advises on formulary and communicates with residents/families about medication regimens.

Skills

Geriatric patient care

Regulatory compliance awareness

Education

Pharm D or BS in Pharmacy

Current New York State Pharmacist License

Job description

Gurwin Healthcare System in Commack, NY seeks a Per Diem Pharmacist to join our care-focused team and support geriatric residents across our campus. The role requires weekend availability (Saturdays 8:00am–4:00pm, Sundays 8:00am–12:00pm) and flexibility for additional shifts as needed.

Responsibilities include entering orders, IV compounding, dispensing under physician prescriptions, providing drug information, supervising pharmacy staff, and reviewing monthly regimens to optimize therapy.