PHARMACIST - OUT-PATIENT PHARMACY

South-Central-Regional-Medical-Center; Laurel (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

South Central Regional Medical Center in Laurel, MS, is seeking a licensed pharmacist for the Out-Patient Pharmacy to dispense outpatient medications, verify orders, and provide patient counseling. The role involves IV admixtures, TPN and chemotherapy preparations, reviewing allergies and interactions, supervising technicians, and collaborating with hospital teams.

Experience with unit-dose systems and drug information is preferred; the position emphasizes accuracy, safety, and adherence to

Qualifications

• Licensed Pharmacist in the State of Mississippi.
• Knowledge of unit-dose drug distribution systems preferred.
• Knowledge of IV admixture systems preferred.
• Experience with drug information, pharmacotherapeutics, total parenteral nutrition, and drug literature evaluation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Dispense outpatient medications including discharge prescriptions and ED prescriptions.
• Provide patient counseling for dispensed medications.
• Verify IV admixtures including TPN and chemotherapy preparations.
• Enter and verify physician medication orders.
• Monitor allergies, interactions, and dosing considerations.

Skills

Unit-dose knowledge

IV admixture knowledge

Drug information / pharmacotherapeut

Education

Mississippi Pharmacist License

Job description

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PHARMACIST - OUT-PATIENT PHARMACY

PRN Professionals Laurel, MS, US

Job Summary

• Dispense outpatient medications including discharge prescriptions, emergency department, hospice, nursing home, workers’ compensation, and employee prescriptions.
• Provide patient counseling for dispensed medications.
• Verify and dispense inpatient medications utilizing the unit dose system.
• Review patient profiles for allergies, interactions, duplications, age‑specific considerations, and appropriate dosing.
• Enter and verify physician medication orders.
• Monitor food‑drug and age‑specific interactions.
• Check medications prepared by technicians for accuracy prior to dispensing.
• Verify accuracy of floor stock and emergency medications.
• Ensure height, weight, and allergy data are documented for all patients.
• Review, verify, and dispense IV admixtures including TPN and chemotherapy preparations.
• Review laboratory values prior to IV preparation and contact prescribers when adjustments are needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation of chemotherapy waste and controlled substances.
• Supervise technician activities related to medication preparation and dispensing.
• Participate in drug therapy education for pharmacists, technicians, interns, physicians, nurses, patients, and the community.
• Monitor medication inventory and ensure timely procurement from primary and secondary sources.
• Participate in hospital interdisciplinary teams as requested.
• Adhere to all hospital and departmental policies including attendance, infection control, safety, and education requirements.
• Perform additional pharmacy‑related duties as assigned by the Director of Pharmacy.

Qualifications

• Licensed Pharmacist in the State of Mississippi.
• Knowledge of unit‑dose drug distribution systems preferred.
• Knowledge of IV admixture systems preferred.
• Experience with drug information, pharmacotherapeutics, total parenteral nutrition, and drug literature evaluation preferred.

Working Conditions

Works primarily in a well‑lit, climate‑controlled pharmacy environment. Position requires sustained mental focus, ability to respond quickly under pressure, and exposure to moderate noise levels. Typical work distribution includes approximately 60% sitting and 40% standing or walking.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods with frequent mental concentration.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk and climb stairs as required.
• Manual dexterity for medication handling, computer use, and verification tasks.
• Adequate vision, hearing, and communication skills to perform duties safely and accurately.

All candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires that reasonable accommodations be made for qualified individuals to help perform the essential functions of the position.

South Central Regional Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.