Retail Pharmacist: Immunizations & Med Therapy Mgmt

Ochsner LSU Health; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner LSU Health in Louisiana seeks a licensed pharmacist to manage immunizations, drug therapy and dispensing for outpatient medications. You will lead daily pharmacy operations, review prescriptions for accuracy and collaborate with clinical staff on complex therapies.

The role requires a Pharm.D. or BS in Pharmacy, state licensure, and at least 1 year in a retail/pharmacy setting. BLS is required for immunizers; strong communication and customer service skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Required - Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
• Preferred - Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D).
• Required - 1 year of experience working with standard pharmacy and office equipment.
• Experience working in a retail/community pharmacy.
• Licensed to practice pharmacy in the state of practice, or eligibility for licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association as required for Immunizers.

Responsibilities

• Provides immunizations.
• Provides medication therapy management.
• Compounds and/or dispenses medications and other extemporaneous products for outpatients, while also reviewing, interpreting and clarifying prescriptions for accuracy.
• Provides information on drugs, their characteristics, dosages, indications, adverse reactions, etc. to medical staff.
• Oversees technical and clerical staff on a day to day basis as required in the preparations and delivery of medications.
• Actively participates in the planning and development of new projects and assists in developing / updating departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge and ensure all licensures and certifications are up-to-date.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Immunizations

Medication therapy management

Pharmacy software

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)

Tools

Pharmacy software systems

Office equipment

Job description

Ochsner LSU Health in Louisiana seeks a licensed pharmacist to manage immunizations, drug therapy and dispensing for outpatient medications. You will lead daily pharmacy operations, review prescriptions for accuracy and collaborate with clinical staff on complex therapies.

The role requires a Pharm.D. or BS in Pharmacy, state licensure, and at least 1 year in a retail/pharmacy setting. BLS is required for immunizers; strong communication and customer service skills are essential.