PRN Retail Pharmacist

Cencora, Inc.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Join an innovative company dedicated to creating healthier futures for people and animals alike. As a PRN Pharmacist, you will play a crucial role in interpreting prescriptions, dispensing medications, and ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards. You will provide exceptional patient care while managing pharmacy technicians and contributing to business goals. This role offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a significant impact in the healthcare field, all while being part of a team that values your contributions and supports your professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Training and development programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in pharmacy or PharmD required.
• 0-3 years of experience in retail or ambulatory pharmacy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, prepare, and dispense medications according to standards.
• Consult with patients regarding medications and interactions.
• Manage pharmacy technicians and maintain quality improvement.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to work accurately under pressure

Leadership and interpersonal skills

Problem-solving abilities

Knowledge of pharmaceuticals and drug interactions

Organizational and analytical skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor of Science or PharmD degree

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 on medication use and potential drug interactions. This position is compliance-critical, with specific responsibilities for ensuring ongoing adherence to all regulatory and organizational standards.

Location: Rotating coverage at two locations:

• 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 on weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities:

1. Evaluate, prepare, and dispense medications according to standards and legal requirements.
2. Perform medication reconciliation to ensure seamless patient care upon discharge.
3. Provide excellent customer service and clinical care.
4. Consult with patients regarding medications, 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 procedures.
10. Maintain quality improvement, security, and record-keeping procedures.
11. Handle prescription claims and follow-up on reimbursement issues.
12. Manage pricing structures and make operational recommendations.
13. Verify prescriptions and guide pharmacy staff.
14. Respond to patient inquiries and resolve issues promptly.
15. Provide organizational consultation on pharmacy matters.
16. Oversee scheduling and reporting of pharmacy staff hours.
17. Ensure patient profile updates for insurance and compliance.
18. Participate in departmental meetings and training.
19. Collaborate on quality, service, and clinical care initiatives.
20. Perform other duties as assigned.

Education:

Bachelor of Science or PharmD degree from an accredited institution, with a current, unrestricted pharmacist license. Experience in retail or ambulatory pharmacy (0-3 years) preferred.

Skills:

• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work accurately under pressure
• Leadership and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving abilities
• Knowledge of pharmaceuticals and drug interactions
• Organizational and analytical skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

What Cencora offers

We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits covering physical, emotional, financial, and social wellness, including support for families, training, and development programs. For more details, visit https://www.virtualfairhub.com/cencora.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cencora provides equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. For accommodation requests, contact 888.692.2272 or [e-mail].

Affiliated Companies

Value Apothecaries Inc.