Part Time Retail Pharmacist

Role Overview

Acts as a pharmacist at the retail pharmacy, providing accurate, safe medication services by filling prescriptions, evaluating medical needs, and counseling physicians and patients as needed. Assumes responsibility for pharmacy operations, delegating tasks to pharmacy technicians and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret prescriptions, review for drug interactions, and ensure proper medication dispensing.
• Process prescriptions received from physicians or patients, verifying against medication profiles.
• Input patient, demographic, and insurance data to maintain complete records and facilitate billing.
• Provide counseling to ensure correct medication use and patient adherence.
• Address prescribing issues, suggest formulary substitutions, and collaborate with physicians on drug therapy.
• Supervise pharmacy staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Consult with clinical personnel on drug information, formulary status, and medication ingredients.
• Prepare specialized medications, including compounding and sterile products, using aseptic techniques.
• Assist in inventory management and medication ordering, and suggest operational improvements.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a clinical setting, with accountability for compliance and job responsibilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy
• Strong collaboration, communication, and supervisory skills