Pharmacist nx

Lincare Holdings, Inc.; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincare Holdings, Inc. in Kansas City, MO, seeks a licensed pharmacist to maintain pharmacy operations and ensure compliance with state regulations. You will analyze patient chart notes, perform drug utilization reviews, evaluate prescriptions for clarity and safety, and counsel patients.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills and may involve 24-hour on-call coverage. A PharmD or equivalent and 2+ years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed pharmacist with a PharmD or equivalent.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, verbal and written.
• Experience performing drug utilization reviews and counseling patients.

Responsibilities

• Maintain integrity of pharmacy and departments while ensuring compliance with State Board rules.
• Analyze patient chart notes and perform drug utilization reviews.
• Evaluate prescriptions for clarity, route of administration, purpose of use, dosage, schedule, and compatibility.
• Consult with physicians on orders requiring clarification.
• Monitor technician activity regarding prescription entering, filling, and phone communication.
• Dispense medications following regulatory standards and guidelines.
• Counsel all patients regarding medications received.
• Provide 24 hour on-call coverage as required.

Skills

Pharmacist licensure

Drug utilization reviews

Patient counseling

Pharmacy operations

Education

Pharmacy degree (PharmD/Bachelor)

Licensed pharmacist

Job description

• Maintain integrity of pharmacy and specific departments, monitoring compliance with State Board of Pharmacy rules and regulations
• Analyze patient chart notes and perform drug utilization reviews
• Evaluates prescriptions for clarity, route of administration, purpose of use, dosage, schedule, and compatibility with other medications
• Consult directly with physicians on orders requiring clarification and discussion
• Monitor technician activity regarding prescription entering, filling, and phone communication
• Dispense medications following regulatory standards and guidelines
• Counsel all patients regarding medications received
• Provide 24 hour on call coverage as required

• Must have strong organizational and communication skills, verbal and written

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Pharmacy Degree, or Doctorate in Pharmacy Degree from accredited college or school of pharmacy
• Must be a licensed pharmacist
• 2+ years of experience as a pharmacist

Physical Demands:

The employee may frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and may occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.