PRN Retail Pharmacist

Cencora; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a PRN Pharmacist to play a crucial role in ensuring patient safety and medication management. This position involves interpreting prescriptions, supervising pharmacy technicians, and providing patient consultations. With a focus on compliance and quality assurance, you will contribute to improving healthcare outcomes for both people and animals. Join a forward-thinking team committed to creating healthier futures and enjoy a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for personal growth.

Benefits

Health coverage

Wellness programs

Family support

Professional development

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelors of Science Degree or PharmD with a current pharmacist license.
• 1-3 years of related experience is usually required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, prepare, and dispense medications; verify prescriptions.
• Consult with patients on medication details and interactions.
• Manage pharmacy technicians and ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Ability to work efficiently under time constraints

Strong leadership and interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of pharmaceutical products and interactions

Organizational skills and attention to detail

Analytical skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications

Education

Bachelors of Science Degree or PharmD

Additional training in business administration, sales, marketing, IT, or retail pharmacy

Job description

Our team members are at the heart of everything we do. At Cencora, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures, and every person here is essential to us being able to deliver on that purpose. If you want to make a difference at the center of health, come join our innovative company and help us improve the lives of people and animals everywhere. Apply today!

Job Details

The PRN Pharmacist interprets physicians' prescriptions, compounds, and dispenses medications within regulatory guidelines. Supervises the clinical activities of pharmacy technicians. Consults and counsels patients regarding medication use and potential drug interactions, handling complex problem resolution. This position is compliance-critical, requiring responsibility for ensuring continual adherence to all division, corporate, and regulatory requirements.

Location:

• Lorain County Health & Dentistry, 1205 Broadway, Lorain, OH 44052
• Erie County Health Department, 20 Superior Street, Sandusky, Ohio 44870

Hours:

Coverage for call outs and scheduled PTO, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Closed weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities:

1. Evaluate, prepare, and dispense medications; verify prescriptions according to standards and legal requirements.
2. Perform medication reconciliation processes to ensure seamless patient care upon discharge.
3. Provide excellent customer service and clinical care.
4. Consult with patients on medication details, including dosage, interactions, and special requirements.
5. Review patient care plans for therapeutic appropriateness.
6. Contribute to business goals, marketing, and promotional activities.
7. Assist in fiscal management to optimize profits and control expenses.
8. Manage pharmacy technicians, including hiring, training, and performance management.
9. Monitor staff performance for compliance with policies and regulations.
10. Maintain quality assurance, security of controlled substances, and record-keeping procedures.
11. Handle prescription claims and ensure proper reimbursement and financial accuracy.
12. Establish and maintain pricing structures.
13. Recommend operational improvements to enhance patient care.
14. Verify prescriptions and guide pharmacy technicians.
15. Respond to patient inquiries and resolve issues to ensure satisfaction.
16. Provide organizational consultation on pharmacy and therapeutic matters.
17. Oversee scheduling and reporting of pharmacy staff hours.
18. Maintain updated patient profiles and ensure regulatory compliance.
19. Participate in departmental meetings and staff training.
20. Collaborate on quality, service, and clinical initiatives.
21. Perform other duties as assigned.

Education:

Typically requires a Bachelors of Science Degree or PharmD from an accredited school, with a current, unrestricted pharmacist license. Additional training in business administration, sales, marketing, IT, or retail pharmacy is preferred. 1-3 years of related experience is usually required.

Skills:

1. Effective oral and written communication skills.
2. Ability to work efficiently under time constraints.
3. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
4. Problem-solving skills to enhance customer satisfaction.
5. Knowledge of pharmaceutical products and interactions.
6. Organizational skills and attention to detail.
7. Analytical skills.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

What Cencora Offers

We provide comprehensive compensation, benefits, and resources supporting an inclusive culture and personal growth. Benefits include health coverage, wellness programs, family support, professional development, and more. For details, visit https://www.virtualfairhub.com/cencora.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cencora is committed to equal opportunity employment and prohibits harassment. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities upon request. Contact [e-mail] or call 888.692.2272 for assistance. Messages unrelated to accommodations will not be responded to.

Affiliated Companies

Value Apothecaries Inc.