Pharmacist-Alamogordo, NM

RPh on the go is seeking an Outpatient Pharmacist this assignment can be PRN or 40 hours.

Shift: Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm Sat. Sunday 10am to 4pm

Key Responsibilities:

1. Medication Dispensing and Management:

   • Accurately review and dispense prescription medications to patients.
   • Verify medication orders for correctness, including dosage, interactions, and contraindications.
   • Provide medication therapy management, including assessing patient needs and adjusting therapies as necessary.

2. Patient Education and Counseling:

   • Educate patients about their medications, including proper usage, potential side effects, and interactions with other drugs or foods.
   • Address patient questions and concerns regarding their health and medications.
   • Offer advice on over-the-counter (OTC) products and general health and wellness.

3. Collaborative Care:

   • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient medication regimens.
   • Participate in patient care team meetings and contribute to treatment planning.

4. Administrative Duties:

   • Maintain accurate and confidential patient records and medication profiles.
   • Process and verify insurance claims and handle medication-related billing issues.
   • Manage and oversee the pharmacy s inventory, including ordering, stocking, and ensuring proper storage of medications.

5. Regulatory Compliance:

   • Adhere to all federal, state, and local regulations regarding the dispensing of medications and pharmacy operations.
   • Ensure compliance with pharmacy laws and standards, including proper documentation and record-keeping.

6. Quality Assurance:

   • Monitor and ensure the accuracy and quality of medication dispensing processes.
   • Implement and follow safety procedures to prevent medication errors and ensure patient safety.

7. Patient Care and Advocacy:

   • Advocate for patients' medication needs and provide personalized care.
   • Monitor patient adherence to medication regimens and follow up as necessary to address non-compliance.

Duties:

1. Dispensing Medications:

   • Dispense prescription medications to patients, ensuring accuracy and safety.
   • Review prescription orders to verify appropriateness for the patient.

2. Patient Counseling:

   • Counsel patients on medication management, including dosage, side effects, and potential drug interactions.
   • Offer guidance on proper medication use.

3. Medication Optimization:

   • Manage medication therapy protocols.
   • Participate in patient care management teams to optimize medication therapy.

4. Supervision and Administration:

   • Oversee pharmacy technicians and interns to ensure accurate prescription preparation and dispensing.

Requirements
NM Pharmacist license
1+ year or more of recent experience
Available to work full time and then cover all call out, vacations and holidays

Apply today by submitting your resume to [email protected] or call 773-628-0099