Pharmacist - Retail reviews prescriptions and compounds and dispenses prescribed drugs according to regulatory requirements and guidelines in a retail environment. Responds to customers questions about medications and advises about drug safety and potential interactions. Being a Pharmacist - Retail manages the transfer of prescriptions, incoming physician calls, and drug utilization review. Ensures that pharmacy's patient and financial records are correctly input and maintained. Additionally, Pharmacist - Retail requires a doctorate degree in pharmacy (Pharm.D.). Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Requires registered pharmacist(RPh). Requires pharmacy practice. Pharmacist - Retail's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Northern Light Pharmacy
Department: Retail Pharmacy - State St
Position is located: 210 State Street
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.0 (40 hours per week)
Work Schedule: Variable
Summary:
This position requires flexibility in scheduling, the understanding that shifts may be scheduled for opening, midday, or closing shifts as dictated by the needs of the business, and the willingness to accept additional duties as deemed appropriate by Assistant Pharmacy Managers, the Pharmacist-In-Charge, and/or the Pharmacy Business Operations Manager.
Responsibilities:
Neat professional appearance in accordance with the M Drug Dress Code Policy Accept, fill, and dispense prescription in a professional and courteous manner Acquire extensive knowledge of the pharmacy operating system Fulfill all professional and legal obligations for counseling of patients and conferring with practitioners Accept prescription orders from physicians in an efficient, courteous manner Provide guidance to practitioners for drug selection when appropriate Compound prescription as needed Additional Responsibilities Promote employee safety/awareness to prevent injuries Report incidents/accidents within 24 hours Ensure that the work environment is free from recognized hazards that create a risk of injury to employees, customers, and/or visitors Communicate with site employees and management as needed Ensure that the pharmacy is operated in accordance with all rules, regulations, and laws Maintain clear, concise communication with all employees, supervisors, and managers Operate in accordance with all rules, regulations, and laws Maine and Federal Laws Ensure direct supervision of technicians and other personnel is maintained at all times and for all activities as defined by Maine State Pharmacy Law The pharmacist shall physically review each prescription drug order prepared by a pharmacy technician before the product is delivered to the patient or the authorized agent of the patient. The pharmacist is responsible for the work of each pharmacy technician working under the direct supervision of the pharmacist. In the absence of the pharmacist in charge, a pharmacist on duty shall be the supervisor. The pharmacist shall verify and confirm the correctness, exactness, accuracy and completeness of the acts, tasks and functions undertaken by the pharmacy technician to assist the pharmacist in the practice of pharmacy. Clinical Duties as directed including but not limited to: Prior Authorization Completion Financial Assistance Procurement Counseling and educating patients Medication therapy management Medication reconciliation Patient Management
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