Staff Pharmacist

Delta Health Center; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Employee discount

Job summary

Delta Health Center in Mississippi is seeking a Pharmacist to join our community health team. You will review prescriptions, educate patients, collaborate with physicians, and oversee accurate dispensing of medications.

The ideal candidate holds a Pharm.D., a Mississippi license, and strong communication skills. Our clinic emphasizes care for underserved populations, quality assurance, and staff mentorship within a multidisciplinary setting, with MTM and inventory management experience highly

Qualifications

• Pharm.D. degree from an accredited school of pharmacy.
• Current Mississippi Pharmacist License in good standing.
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical standards, laws, and ethics.

Responsibilities

• Review and dispense prescriptions following regulations.
• Educate patients on medications, usage, side effects, and interactions.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to optimize therapy.
• Conduct MTM to improve outcomes and adherence.
• Oversee preparation and labeling of medications, including sterile/non-sterile.
• Monitor interactions, allergies, and contraindications; take action as needed.
• Maintain accurate pharmacy records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Participate in quality assurance and improvement initiatives.
• Provide training and supervision to technicians and staff.
• Assist with inventory management and stocking.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Pharm.D.

Job description

Cleveland, United States

• Work Experience Preferred Experience: Experience working in a community health center or underserved population. Previous experience in a retail or hospital pharmacy setting.
• City Cleveland
• State/Province Mississippi
• Country United States

About Us

Delta Health Center, Inc. (DHC) is the first community health center of its kind. Also, it’s the first Federally Qualified Community Health Center (FQHC) in the United States. DHC is a non-profit organization that is located in historic Bolivar County, Mississippi, where it opened its doors in 1965.At Delta Health Center, we continue to build a world class primary health care system committed to caring for vulnerable populations from newborns to the elderly. DHC also supports those who want to stay fit and to those with chronic health problems with our main focus being health. We have helped generations of families to live healthy and stay healthy.

Job Description

Full job description

Key Responsibilities

• Review and accurately dispense prescriptions following federal, state, and local regulations.
• Provide patient education and counseling on prescription and over-the-counter medications, including proper usage, potential side effects, and drug interactions.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to manage and optimize medication therapy for patients.
• Conduct medication therapy management (MTM) to improve patient outcomes and ensure medication adherence.
• Oversee the accurate preparation and labeling of medications, including sterile and non-sterile compounds.
• Monitor for potential drug interactions, allergies, and contraindications, taking appropriate action when necessary.
• Maintain accurate pharmacy records and ensure compliance with Delta Health Center policies and state/federal regulations.
• Participate in quality assurance programs and continuous improvement initiatives within the pharmacy department.
• Provide training and supervision to pharmacy technicians and support staff as needed.
• Assist with inventory management, including ordering and stocking of pharmaceutical supplies and monitoring for outdated or overstocked items.
• Stay updated on current pharmacy practice, new drugs, and treatment protocols to provide the highest level of care.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited school of pharmacy.
• Current and active Mississippi Pharmacist License in good standing.
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical standards, laws, and ethical guidelines in Mississippi.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with patients, healthcare providers, and staff.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting.
• Proficient in pharmacy software and technology used in retail and clinical settings.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working in a community health center or underserved population.
• Previous experience in a retail or hospital pharmacy setting.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount