Per Diem LTC Mail Order Staff Pharmacist | Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

This per diem opportunity seeks an experienced pharmacist to support long-term care and mail order pharmacy services during a 6-week contract in Philadelphia, PA. The role involves evening shifts from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday, with every other weekend required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately accept and dispense prescription medications in compliance with all regulations.
• Monitor patient medication usage to ensure compliance and identify overuse patterns.
• Maintain proper inventory levels and ensure medicines prescribed are appropriate and legally supplied.
• Keep confidential patient records up to date, managing pharmacy files meticulously.
• Provide patient counseling on medication usage, potential side effects, and answer questions thoroughly.
• Offer consultations on prescription and over-the-counter medications, including dosage and drug interactions.
• Deliver patient services such as smoking cessation support, blood pressure checks, and cholesterol management.
• Educate patients on the proper use of medical devices including blood pressure monitors and glucose meters.
• Compound medications and prepare sterile solutions following strict protocols.
• Supervise pharmacy staff including technicians and clerks, ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to resolve drug-related patient issues.

Desired Qualifications:

• Valid Pennsylvania pharmacy license.
• Previous pharmacy experience is required.
• Experience in long-term care and mail order settings is highly preferred.

Schedule:

• Evening shift: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
• Monday through Friday with alternating weekends.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to apply your pharmacy expertise in a critical care setting. If you meet the qualifications and are available for per diem work in Philadelphia, submit your application to be considered.