On Call - Pharmacist

About the role

BAART Programs is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented per diem pharmacist to provide pharmacy services to patients, nurses, physicians, and other medical staff. The pharmacist will interpret and evaluate the validity and safety of orders and prescriptions, integrating core pharmacy knowledge with dispensing and order review activities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure drugs are handled safely to protect patient welfare.
• Develop, review, and update facility policies and procedures annually for drug handling, including receipt, storage, recordkeeping, patient profiles, administration, accountability, and disposal of outdated or recalled drugs.
• Ensure security and accountability of controlled substances.
• Promote safety and efficacy in pharmaceutical services without participating in fee-splitting, rebates, or kickbacks.
• Document all visits and activities, including irregularities.
• Train facility staff on medication administration, adverse reactions, special diets, and drug therapy information.
• Manage stressful situations and interact professionally with others.
• Maintain individual patient profiles.
• Visit the facility as needed and be available for emergencies.
• Dispense take-home medication to eligible patients.
• Maintain methadone inventories, including placing and receiving orders.
• Conduct biennial inventory.
• Participate in regulatory agency surveys or audits.
• Conduct all business activities in a professional and ethical manner.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Requirements

• Minimum age of 18.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy.
• Current pharmacist license in the assigned state.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain).
• Understanding of HIPAA, Federal, State, and CARF standards and regulations.
• Knowledge of medications that interfere with methadone effectiveness.
• Ability to recognize methadone overdose and take appropriate action per protocol.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong documentation and computer skills.
• Knowledge of local drug trends, effects of drugs of abuse, signs of narcotic overdose, psychosocial implications of addiction, and treatment processes.
• Understanding of HIV transmission, health, behavioral, and emotional implications of addiction.
• Ability to work effectively within a medical hierarchy, assist in problem-solving, and work autonomously.
• Experience working with diverse populations and strong customer service skills.
• Knowledge of the Code of Pharmacy Regulations in the assigned state.
• Ability to supervise personnel.
• Satisfactory drug screen and criminal background check.

About Us

BAART is a progressive substance abuse treatment organization committed to delivering high-quality patient care in a comfortable outpatient clinic setting. Our goal is to address the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of opioid use disorder, helping patients achieve long-term recovery and an improved quality of life.