PRN Retail Pharmacist

Cencora; Sandusky (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cencora is seeking a PRN Pharmacist to join their team in Sandusky, Ohio. The role involves interpreting prescriptions, dispensing medications, and supervising pharmacy technicians. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree or PharmD and have strong communication and leadership skills. This position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits focusing on wellness

Personal growth opportunities

Training and professional development

Qualifications

• Typically requires 0-3 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, prepare, and dispense medications; verify prescriptions according to standards.
• Provide excellent customer service and clinical care.
• Manage pharmacy technicians, including hiring and training.

Skills

Effective communication

Leadership

Customer issue resolution

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree or PharmD

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, handling complex problem resolution. This position is compliance-critical, requiring and responsible 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 on weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities:

1. Evaluate, prepare, and dispense medications; verify prescriptions 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 on medication details, including dosage and interactions.
5. Review patient care plans for therapeutic appropriateness.
6. Contribute to business goals for the ambulatory pharmacy, including marketing efforts.
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 procedures related to quality assurance and record keeping.
11. Handle prescription claims to ensure proper reimbursement and follow-up on issues.
12. Establish and maintain pricing structures.
13. Recommend operational improvements.
14. Verify prescriptions and guide pharmacy technicians.
15. Respond to patient inquiries and resolve issues to ensure customer satisfaction.
16. Provide pharmacy and therapeutic consultation to organizational personnel.
17. Assist with scheduling and reporting for pharmacy staff.
18. Manage patient profile updates for insurance and compliance.
19. Participate in departmental meetings and training.
20. Collaborate with organizational personnel on quality and service initiatives.
21. Perform other duties as assigned.

Education:

Bachelor of Science Degree or PharmD from an accredited School of Pharmacy, with a current, unrestricted pharmacist license. Experience in business administration, sales, marketing, IT, or retail pharmacy is preferred. Typically requires 0-3 years of related experience.

Skills:

1. Effective communication skills.
2. Ability to work accurately under time constraints.
3. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
4. Customer issue resolution skills.
5. Knowledge of pharmaceutical products and interactions.
6. Organizational and analytical skills.
7. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

What Cencora Offers

Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits focusing on wellness, personal growth opportunities, training, and professional development. For more details, visit https://www.virtualfairhub.com/cencora.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Cencora is committed to an inclusive, non-discriminatory workplace and provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. For accommodations, contact 888.692.2272 or [e-mail].

Affiliated Companies

Value Apothecaries Inc.