Staff Pharmacist - PRN
Southern Pharmacy Services, a member of the Guardian family of pharmacies, offers an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing team in Kernersville, North Carolina. We deliver customized medication management solutions to support healthcare organizations serving seniors and individuals with complex care needs, redefining how pharmacy care is delivered through our tech-enabled services and dedicated team.
About the role
This position offers an opportunity to learn and grow your career in a fast-paced, diverse, and inclusive environment. You will ensure all prescriptions are filled accurately, according to regulations, and in a timely manner, while adhering to all Federal and State Board of Pharmacy guidelines.
Responsibilities
- Accurately prepare medications for final dispensing, including filling, order entry, and packaging.
- Review completed orders and cycle-fill medications to ensure prescriptions were filled correctly.
- Verify the legality and pharmaceutical feasibility of dispensing drugs based on patients' allergies, medication incompatibilities, and refill frequency.
- Interpret prescription orders, exercising professional judgment to ensure patient safety and legal compliance.
- Adhere to all Federal and State Board of Pharmacy regulations.
- Transfer prescriptions to other pharmacies as needed.
- Answer questions from patients, doctors, and nurses.
- Evaluate inventory levels, place orders when below par, and identify cost-effective products for exceptions.
- Notify customers/facilities of out-of-stock items and expected fulfillment times.
- Restock station supplies such as vials, cassettes, labels, and delivery tickets.
- Oversee the work of technicians and provide feedback to their supervisor regarding performance.
- Log all medication error occurrences.
- Perform other essential functions and duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy or PharmD required.
- Active State Pharmacist License without restrictions.
- 1+ years of related experience.
- Advanced computer skills; pharmacy operations system experience preferred.
- Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and solve problems with minimal direction.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment while managing multiple tasks.
- Quality-focused mindset; motivated to identify and inquire about potential inaccuracies.
- Medical consulting experience preferred.
Attributes
- Strong work ethic and integrity, aligned with company values.
- Leadership ability to guide project teams to deadlines while maintaining team orientation.
- Relational skills to build trust and become a "trusted advisor" to business unit management.
- Strategic and planning skills to manage time efficiently.
- Problem-solving ability at both strategic and functional levels.
- Team-oriented mindset with effective collaboration skills.
Schedule
8 to 24 hours per week, with flexible hours required.
Benefits
Guardian provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package for full-time employees working 30+ hours per week:
- Compensation & Financial: Competitive pay and 401(k) with company match.
- Family, Health & Insurance:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
- Company-paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
- Company-paid Long-Term Disability and optional Short-Term Disability.
- Voluntary Employee and Dependent Life, Accident, and Critical Illness insurance.
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Wellbeing:
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Guardian Angels (employee assistance fund).
- Time Off:
- Paid holidays and sick days.
- Generous vacation benefits based on years of service.
Work Environment
This role operates in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with a focus on innovation and intellectual curiosity. Guardian encourages diverse viewpoints and fosters an inclusive workforce to stay competitive in the evolving healthcare industry.