Pharmacist - Retail

IHA; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center is seeking a Retail Pharmacist to ensure safe, accurate dispensing of all prescription and non-prescription medications. The role requires counseling patients, upholding standards of care, and complying with applicable laws and policies.

You will join a team in a busy pharmacy, share on-call and weekend rotation responsibilities, and participate in staff training and inventory management while maintaining HIPAA confidentiality and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Completion of the requirements for a B.S. or PharmD in Pharmacy at an accredited college of pharmacy is required.
• A current State of Iowa Pharmacist license.
• Maintenance of continuing education credits every 2 years as required by the Iowa State Board of Pharmacy.
• Previous practical experience in a retail or ambulatory care pharmacy is preferred.
• Certification in Immunization Administration is preferred.
• Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training is required within 6 months of hire and every 5 years thereafter.

Responsibilities

• Prepare medications accurately and dispense prescriptions issued by physicians.
• Counsel patients on prescription and non-prescription medications.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Communicate with medical staff and patients.
• Represent MercyOne Pharmacies in a courteous, friendly, and caring manner.
• Share in on-call and weekend rotation responsibilities.
• Assist in inventory maintenance and staff training.
• Adhere to federal and state laws governing dispensing of medications.

Skills

Communication

Patient counseling

HIPAA compliance

Attention to detail

Education

B.S. or PharmD in Pharmacy

Job description

Description

This position is eligible for relocation depending on location.

The Retail Pharmacist accepts the responsibility and accountability for the accurate control of and appropriate dispensing of all prescription and non-prescription medications. Ensures appropriate counseling of patients regarding their medications.

• Adheres to the principles of caring and expected behaviors outlined in MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center's Model of Caring and Trinity Health's Code of Conduct, fostering a climate where all customers are treated in a manner consistent with MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center's Mission and Values.
• Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behavior.
• Accepts responsibility for the timely and accurate preparation of medications and pharmaceutical supplies, using accepted procedures to fulfill prescription orders issued by physicians, dentists, and other qualified providers
• Communicates effectively with colleagues and customers alike, being a good listener and adjusting style as needed
• Represents MercyOne Pharmacies in a courteous, friendly, and caring manner
• Performs duties with flexibility, adapting to changing schedules and needs of the customers, prioritizing workload accordingly
• Counsels’ patients receiving prescription medications, non-prescription medications, devices and supplies, as appropriate while protecting their health and drug information.
• Provides information to medical staff concerning all aspects of clinical pharmaceutical information pertaining to the patients care and well-being, keeping in mind the confidential nature of such information and communication.
• Monitors patient medication therapy for pharmaceutical care parameters and documents (as required) the appropriate findings, recommendations, interventions and outcomes.
• Maintains positive behaviors, approaches, attitude, and commitment to interpersonal service toward patients, visitors, customers and co-workers.
• Assists in the development of policies and procedures related to pharmaceutical services
• Shares in the “on-call” and weekend rotation responsibilities.
• Adheres to all state and federal laws surrounding the appropriate security and control of and dispensing of medications.
• Assists in training and continued development of technicians, pharmacy support staff, pharmacy residents, students and interns.
• Assists in inventory maintenance, ensuring appropriate inventory levels, ordering, and security of inventory including CII perpetual inventory logs and yearly inventory counts.
• Actively participates in quality and problem-solving activities with other pharmacy staff and other hospital departments.
• Maintains required department confidentiality and abides by HIPPA regulations.
• Provides competent patient care to the above indicated patient populations by obtaining and appropriately interpreting data, making appropriate decisions based on demonstrated knowledge of age-specific growth and development, and appropriately adapting procedures and treatments.
• Takes an active role in enhancing ability to carry out job functions through personal and professional/job-related growth and development and participates in medical center and/or departmental education programs.
• Supports and abides by all medical center, departmental, and safety policies and procedures. Proactively identifies safety concerns surrounding the work environment.
• Performs other responsibilities as requested by supervisor, team lead or pharmacy director.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

This position is eligible for relocation depending on location.

The Retail Pharmacist accepts the responsibility and accountability for the accurate control of and appropriate dispensing of all prescription and non-prescription medications. Ensures appropriate counseling of patients regarding their medications.

• Adheres to the principles of caring and expected behaviors outlined in MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center's Model of Caring and Trinity Health's Code of Conduct, fostering a climate where all customers are treated in a manner consistent with MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center's Mission and Values.
• Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behavior.
• Accepts responsibility for the timely and accurate preparation of medications and pharmaceutical supplies, using accepted procedures to fulfill prescription orders issued by physicians, dentists, and other qualified providers
• Communicates effectively with colleagues and customers alike, being a good listener and adjusting style as needed
• Represents MercyOne Pharmacies in a courteous, friendly, and caring manner
• Performs duties with flexibility, adapting to changing schedules and needs of the customers, prioritizing workload accordingly
• Counsels’ patients receiving prescription medications, non-prescription medications, devices and supplies, as appropriate while protecting their health and drug information.
• Provides information to medical staff concerning all aspects of clinical pharmaceutical information pertaining to the patients care and well-being, keeping in mind the confidential nature of such information and communication.
• Monitors patient medication therapy for pharmaceutical care parameters and documents (as required) the appropriate findings, recommendations, interventions and outcomes.
• Maintains positive behaviors, approaches, attitude, and commitment to interpersonal service toward patients, visitors, customers and co-workers.
• Assists in the development of policies and procedures related to pharmaceutical services
• Shares in the “on-call” and weekend rotation responsibilities.
• Adheres to all state and federal laws surrounding the appropriate security and control of and dispensing of medications.
• Assists in training and continued development of technicians, pharmacy support staff, pharmacy residents, students and interns.
• Assists in inventory maintenance, ensuring appropriate inventory levels, ordering, and security of inventory including CII perpetual inventory logs and yearly inventory counts.
• Actively participates in quality and problem-solving activities with other pharmacy staff and other hospital departments.
• Maintains required department confidentiality and abides by HIPPA regulations.
• Provides competent patient care to the above indicated patient populations by obtaining and appropriately interpreting data, making appropriate decisions based on demonstrated knowledge of age-specific growth and development, and appropriately adapting procedures and treatments.
• Takes an active role in enhancing ability to carry out job functions through personal and professional/job-related growth and development and participates in medical center and/or departmental education programs.
• Supports and abides by all medical center, departmental, and safety policies and procedures. Proactively identifies safety concerns surrounding the work environment.
• Performs other responsibilities as requested by supervisor, team lead or pharmacy director.

Schedule

Monday - Friday rotating between two shifts 7:45am-5:15pm and 11am-8:15pm. Occasional weekend coverage (8am-5pm).

General Requirements

• Completion of the requirements for a B.S. or PharmD in Pharmacy at an accredited college of pharmacy is required.
• A current State of Iowa Pharmacist license.
• Maintenance of continuing education credits every 2 years as required by the Iowa State Board of Pharmacy.
• Previous practical experience in a retail or ambulatory care pharmacy is preferred.
• Certification in Immunization Administration is preferred.
• Child and Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training is required within 6 months of hire and every 5 years thereafter.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.