Pharmacist - Murdoch Developmental Center

Health & Human Services; Butner (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus eligibility

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) seeks a licensed pharmacist for Murdoch Developmental Center in Butner, NC to provide optimal pharmaceutical care to residents with developmental disabilities in an ICF-IDD setting.

You will perform drug regimen reviews, attend team meetings, participate in clinical in‑services, staff and student training, and handle daily dispensing. Strong knowledge of drug literature and accurate drug information are essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to interpret drug literature.
• Provide accurate drug information.
• Make clinical decisions with sound judgement.
• Accurate, conscientious dispensing skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform drug regimen reviews.
• Attend team meetings.
• Participate in clinical in‑services and staff development.
• Staff and student training.
• Daily dispensing.

Skills

Drug information interpretation

Dispensing accuracy

Clinical decision making

Team collaboration

Drug literature evaluation

Education

Pharmacy license (North Carolina)

Job description

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well‑being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description of Work

This position is located at Murdoch Developmental Center in the Pharmacy Services Department. The primary purpose of this position is to provide optimal pharmaceutical care to persons with developmental disabilities living in an ICF-IDD facility.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include drug regimen reviews, attendance at team meetings, participation in clinical in‑services and staff development, staff and student training, and daily dispensing.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Competence in interpreting drug literature
• Ability to efficiently provide accurate drug information
• Ability to make clinical decisions and recommendations reflecting sound judgement
• Accurate, conscientious, and efficient dispensing skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

The Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm, On‑Call as needed.

Eligibility for Sign‑on Bonus

• To qualify for the Sign‑on Bonus, a newly hired permanent full‑time or permanent part‑time employee must work 30 to 40 hours per week to be eligible. Those who are eligible and working less than 40 hours a week will receive a prorated rate.
• An employee is not eligible for a sign‑on bonus if: The employee has held a position in the North Carolina State government, including the judicial system, or the University of North Carolina system, within the last 12 months (the employee shall remain ineligible for 12 months from the separation date); The employee has previously received a sign‑on bonus from any State agency; DHHS has paid any contract placement or recruitment fees.
• All sign‑on bonuses are contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire.

All sign‑on bonuses are contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. Additional information regarding the Sign‑on Policy can be found here.

About Murdoch Developmental Center

Murdoch Developmental Center is a 24/7 state residential facility located in Butner, NC, near the Research Triangle area. Murdoch serves individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD). Murdoch is a caring community where professionals work with people of various ages, cognitive and functional abilities. To be considered for employment, applicants must be in good standing with the North Carolina Health Care Personnel Registry. To learn more about Murdoch Developmental Center, watch the video below: https://vimeo.com/268881255.

Supplemental Contact Information

DHHS uses the Merit‑Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre‑employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy.

Veteran’s and National Guard Preference

• Applicants seeking Veteran's Preference must attach a DD‑214 Member‑4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.
• Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.
• Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of the DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application.

ADA Accommodations

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below. Applicants will be communicated via email only for updates on the status of their application.

Minimum Education and Experience

Licensed to practice pharmacy in the State of North Carolina.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter

Recruiter: Audra Jean Moldenhauer

Contact: DHHS Workday Support Form

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website.

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