Pharmacist - Columbus

State-of-Georgi; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 86,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia is seeking a Pharmacist for Columbus, GA, at West Central Georgia Regional Hospital. The role involves compounding and dispensing medications, plus consultative services to clients and health care providers.

The position requires a Doctorate or professional degree in pharmacology and a current Georgia license, with experience requirements as described in the posting. Day shift and state-wide benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Doctorate or professional degree in pharmacology from an accredited college or university.
• Current Georgia license to practice pharmacology.
• One year of professional pharmacology experience or two years at the lower Pharmacist 2 level.

Responsibilities

• Compound and dispense medications following prescriptions.
• Provide consultative services to clients and health care providers.
• Ensure accuracy and safety in dispensing medications.

Skills

Licensing compliance

Dispensing medications

Clinical consultation

Education

Doctorate or professional degree in pharmacology

Georgia pharmacology license

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title:

Pharmacist - Columbus

Agency:

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000004156

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$85,508.41 - $134,862.00 BASED ON EXPERIENCE AND DEGREE

Job Description:

Pharmacist Workplace: West Central Georgia Regional Hospital Job Summary: Under broad supervision, compounds and dispenses medications following prescriptions issued by physicians, dentists, or other authorized medical practitioners. Provides consultative services to both clients and health care providers. Pharmacists are needed to fulfill the medication need for the individuals. This helps to ensure accuracy and efficiency in dispensing medications which also helps to ensure individuals' safety.

For benefits information, please visit: https://careers.dbhdd.ga.gov/why-dbhdd/

Employment Requirements

To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia. The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care: Drug Screening TB Evaluation Annual Influenza* *Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Minimum Qualifications:

Doctorate or professional degree in pharmacology from an accredited college or university and current Georgia license to practice pharmacology and one (1) year of professional pharmacology experience or two (2) years of experience at the lower level Pharmacist 2 (HCP151) or position equivalent.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.