Relief Pharmacist

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia in Athens, GA seeks a Relief Pharmacist for the Veterinary Teaching Hospital Pharmacy to fill and approve prescriptions and provide guidance on medication effects for staff. The role covers day-to-day operations and ensures compliance in a fast-paced pharmacy environment.

Responsibilities include compounding, signing off formulations, and supervising the pharmacy when managers are unavailable; counseling clinicians, clients, and staff on prescribed medications; and

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree or PharmD in Pharmacy.
• Current State of GA license to practice as a Pharmacist.
• Exposure to veterinary prescriptions for both large and small animals preferred.

Responsibilities

• Compounding/Filling prescriptions for patients when needed.
• Sign off on prescription formulations.
• Oversee pharmacy when the managers are unavailable.
• Counsel clinicians, clients and technical staff on prescribed medications.
• Refills medication dispensing system (CUBEX).

Skills

Pharmacist license GA

Veterinary pharmacy exp

Clinical counseling

Education

Bachelor Degree or PharmD in Pharmacy

Job description

Job Title

Relief Pharmacist

Department

VetMed-VTH Pharmacy

Position Summary

The purpose of the Relief Pharmacist is to provide coverage in the Veterinary Teaching Hospital Pharmacy for filling and approving prescriptions, and providing guidance to clinical and technical staff regarding effects of medications.

Duties and Responsibilities

80%:

• Compounding/Filling prescriptions for patients when needed
• Sign off on prescription formulations
• Oversee pharmacy when the managers are unavailable

20%:

• Counsel clinicians, clients and technical staff on prescribed medications
• Refills medication dispensing system (CUBEX)

Qualifications

Qualified candidates should possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree or PharmD in Pharmacy
• Current State of GA license to practice as a Pharmacist
• Exposure to veterinary prescriptions for both large and small animals preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work flexible hours weekly which may include weekends and holidays
• Competent in providing quality control in a fast paced compounding pharmacy environment
• Knowledge of Pharmacy law and compliance guidelines

Physical Demands

• Lift and carry up to 40 pounds.
• Sit, stand, stoop bend and walk intermittently during the day on hard floor surfaces.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to accurately work with small, delicate pieces of equipment or large heavy objects/containers/machinery.
• Wearing all protective gear including mask, gloves, gown, hairnet, safety goggles etc.
• Work for long periods of time with arms extended.

Other Information

Is this a Position of Trust?: Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: No

Does this position require a P-Card?: No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?: No

Is driving a requirement of this position?: No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications): Yes

Equal Opportunity

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([e-mail]).

Contact

Recruitment Contact Name: Sonya Lane

Recruitment Contact Email: [e-mail]