Pharmacist PRN

HMR Veteran Services; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Company Match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Job summary

HMR Veterans Services is seeking a Pharmacist to support the Director of Pharmacy and oversee the facility's pharmaceutical services in accordance with federal, state, and local standards to ensure high-quality care for residents. You will interpret policies, supervise dispensing, and maintain accurate drug records.

Responsibilities include policy adherence, inventory control, coordinating with families and residents, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an ACPE-accredited college.
• Active or eligible pharmacy license in the state.
• Minimum two years hospital/clinical experience and one year in management.
• Ability to make independent decisions and work with diverse stakeholders.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical regulations and living center practices.

Responsibilities

• Support Director of Pharmacy and manage pharmaceutical services per policies.
• Ensure accuracy, storage, labeling, and distribution of medications.
• Maintain liaison with families, residents, and external agencies.
• Supervise records of controlled substances and drug inventory.
• Participate in discharge planning and resident care planning as needed.
• Ensure compliance with regulations governing dispensing and labeling.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Accuracy

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (ACPE accredited)

State licensure or eligibility

Tools

Pharmacy software

Computer systems & applications

Job description

Make a Difference in the Lives of Our Nation's Heroes

At HMR Veterans Services, we are proud to honor our mission of "Serving Those Who Served." If you are a passionate and dedicated Pharmacist looking for meaningful work, we invite you to join our team and make a lasting impact on the lives of America's Veterans.

Why Join HMR Veterans Services?

We value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 401(k) with Company Match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Company-Paid Life Insurance*
• And Much More!

What You'll Do

As a Pharmacist, assist the Director of Pharmacy in managing the facility’s Pharmaceutical Services in accordance with federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern VA facilities to ensure that the highest degree of quality care can be provided to residents at all times. Responsibilities include:

• Follow written policies and procedures that govern the operation of the facility’s pharmaceutical services.
• Interpret the facility’s pharmaceutical policies and procedures to employees, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, etc., as necessary.
• Assumes responsibility for insuring adherence to policies and procedures related to the administration, storage, labeling, and distribution of medication.
• Maintain liaison with families and residents as necessary.
• Ensure that public information describing pharmaceutical services is accurate and fully descriptive.
• Make routine inspections of the facility’s pharmaceutical services to ensure that established policies are being implemented and followed.
• Ensure that physician’s orders are checked to ensure that residents are receiving medications as ordered by the attending physician.
• Supervise the records of receipt and distribution of all controlled substances and the maintenance of such records in sufficient detail to allow for an accurate reconciliation.
• Participate in discharge planning, the development and implementation of resident care plans, assessments, drug reviews, etc. as necessary.
• Assist in destroying medications in accordance with current regulations.
• Ensure that labeling of drugs and biologicals are in compliance with existing regulations, as well as established policies and procedures.
• Coordinate pharmaceutical services with other departments as necessary.
• Ensure that a level of stock medications, supplies, equipment, etc. is maintained at adequate levels to meet the needs of residents.
• Develop and maintain a current drug profile for each resident.
• Ensure all residents receive pharmaceutical services in a manner and in an environment that
• maintains or enhances their quality of life without abridging the safety and rights of other residents.
• Performs other related assignments as required.

Qualifications

• Must possess, as a minimum, a Bachelor of Science degree from a college of pharmacy accredited by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education.
• Must be currently licensed or eligible for licensing in the state where facility is located.
• Must have, as a minimum, two years hospital and/or clinical experience and at least one year of management experience.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must be knowledgeable of pharmaceutical regulations and nursing practices and procedures, as well as, laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to living center facilities.
• Must be thoroughly familiar with laws, regulations, and guidelines governing the dispensing of medications; accuracy is imperative.
• Must be training in consultant pharmacy regulations as pertaining to living center facilities.
• Must be knowledgeable of computer systems, system applications, and other equipment relative to pharmaceutical services.
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
• Must be trustworthy, holding residents medical and personal information in confidence at all times.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.

Join a Mission That Matters

When you join HMR Veterans Services, you're not just starting a job, you're becoming part of a team dedicated to serving those who have served our country. Apply today and help us continue making a difference every day.

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