Mail Order Long Term Care Staff Pharmacist - Washington, NC

A full-time opportunity is available for a Pharmacist in an environment that combines Long Term Care (LTC) and Mail Order pharmacy services. This position offers a day shift schedule, Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with some Saturdays also from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The assignment duration is 13 weeks, with a strong potential for direct hire upon successful completion.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Accurately accept and dispense prescription medications, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
• Monitor patient medication adherence and identify any patterns of overuse.
• Ensure all medication supplies comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Verify the suitability of prescribed medications for patients.
• Maintain confidential, precise patient medication records and pharmacy documentation.
• Provide detailed counseling to patients regarding medication usage, potential side effects, and answer their questions.
• Offer consultation on prescription and over-the-counter medications, including dosage, storage, side effects, and drug interactions.
• Deliver additional services such as smoking cessation support, blood pressure monitoring, and cholesterol management.
• Educate patients on proper use of medical devices, including blood pressure monitors and glucose meters.
• Compound medications, including preparing sterile solutions, following strict protocols.
• Supervise pharmacy staff, including technicians and clerks, ensuring efficient pharmacy operations.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels of pharmaceuticals and medical supplies.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, pharmacy interns, and other healthcare professionals to address patient drug-related issues.

Desired Qualifications:

• Pharmacy experience with a strong understanding of dispensing and medication management.
• Experience in Long Term Care (LTC) pharmacy settings is highly advantageous.
• Current and valid pharmacy license for North Carolina.

This role provides an engaging opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team and contribute to high-quality patient care. Candidates with a commitment to professional pharmacy practice and patient education will thrive in this position.

Candidates interested in this contract to hire role are encouraged to apply promptly to take advantage of this rewarding opportunity.