Pharmacist PRN

Conifer Health Solutions; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Conifer Health Solutions provides pharmaceutical care services including oversight, monitoring, preparation, dispensing and documentation of medication therapy. The role ensures regulatory compliance and may involve advising physicians on medication utilization.

The pharmacist collaborates with care teams to review orders, verify medications, and educate patients while maintaining documentation and adherence to governing laws.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist licensure required.
• AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS required if direct patient care.
• Board Certification in Pharmacotherapy (BCPS) / CGP considered a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review and monitor patient medication therapy and orders for safety and efficacy.
• Provide drug information and participate in medication reconciliation.
• Ensure compliance with Federal, State and local laws and Joint Commission standards.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Pharmacy operations

Patient care awareness

Education

Pharm. D. or BS in Pharmacy

Tools

Pharmacy dispensing systems

Job description

Provide pharmaceutical care services to the patients including, but not limited to oversight, monitoring, preparation, dispensing and proper documentation of patient medication therapy as well as providing drug information, patient information and oversight of information and dispensing systems. Additionally: ensures compliance with Federal, State, and local laws and regulations. May also advise physicians on medication utilization.

Responsibilities

This individual’s responsibilities include (but are not limited to): Review and monitor patient's medication therapy and orders written for safety and efficacy considering specific patient conditions and health status; advise patient care team on patient's medication therapy and document such interventions. Order verification and performing medication profile reviews that should include but not limited to checking for duplications, drug- drug and drug-food interactions, allergies, drug appropriateness, dosing, and frequency. Prepare, label, and dispense medications for patients in accordance with physicians' prescriptions; ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local laws and regulations pertaining to the dispensing of drugs and narcotics and the maintenance of required records. Check High Risk IVs, renal dose adjusting medications, IV to PO conversions, initiates/modifies/ discontinues therapy, and mediates black box warning interventions. Ensure that appropriate medications are available for patients and properly procured, prepared, stored, and maintained. Supervise the preparation, maintenance, and dispensing process of drugs and supplies, including technical personnel performing these functions. Maintain relationships with medical and nursing staff; provide timely information pertaining to pharmaceutical supplies, drug usage and compatibility, state and federal regulations regarding drug controls, and Joint Commission standards. Provide for collaborative practice management as per facility-approved protocols for anticoagulation, parenteral nutrition, vancomycin, and aminoglycoside consults, etc. Assist with medication reconciliation and clarification of unsafe and unclear drug therapy orders. Provide education to patients on the use of medications as needed. Participate in the education and training of healthcare professionals (e.g. physicians, nurses, pharmacy technicians, and students) in relation to medication use. Demonstrate regulatory compliance as evidenced by timely completion of nursing unit inspections, as needed. Maintain professional competence with pharmacy department and state licensing requirements via staff development, independent study, and/or professional activities.

Qualifications

Education:

Required: Pharm.
D. or BS in Pharmacy

Experience:

Preferred: Hospital experience

Certifications:

Required: Pharmacy license. AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS required if direct patient care responsibilities.
Preferred: Board Certification in Pharmacotherapy (BCPS), CGP, etc.

Physical Demands:

Lift/position up to 50 lbs. Push/pull up to 50 lbs. of force. Frequent standing and walking. Frequent reaching, stooping, and bending. Manual dexterity, mobility, touch, auditory to perform all the related duties of the position.