Staff Pharmacist-Weslaco- Texas

RPh on the go is searching for a Pharmacist. The ideal candidate will have a year or more experience working in a long term facility

Shift: M-F, day/evening rotation (8am - 5pm, 11am - 7pm), rotating every other weekend.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Medication Management:

   • Review and verify medication orders for accuracy and appropriateness.
   • Monitor residents medication regimens to ensure efficacy, safety, and adherence.
   • Assess and manage medication-related issues and make necessary adjustments.

2. Clinical Consultation:

   • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to optimize pharmacotherapy for residents.
   • Provide recommendations on medication therapy, dosage adjustments, and alternative treatments.
   • Participate in interdisciplinary care meetings and care plan discussions.

3. Medication Orders:

   • Ensure accurate preparation and dispensing of medications, including oral, topical, and injectable forms.
   • Oversee medication administration practices to ensure compliance with prescribed therapy.

4. Patient Safety:

   • Monitor residents for adverse drug reactions and medication errors.
   • Conduct medication therapy reviews to identify and prevent drug interactions and contraindications.
   • Develop and implement strategies to enhance medication safety and efficacy.

5. Medication Reconciliation:

   • Perform medication reconciliation during transitions of care, such as admissions, discharges, and transfers.
   • Ensure accurate and up-to-date medication lists for all residents.

6. Education and Training:

   • Educate healthcare staff and residents on proper medication use, administration techniques, and potential side effects.
   • Provide training to new staff and ongoing education to existing staff regarding medication-related topics.

7. Policy and Protocol Development:

   • Contribute to the development and implementation of medication use policies and clinical guidelines.
   • Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and best practices in medication management.

8. Quality Improvement:

   • Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance medication management and resident care.
   • Monitor and evaluate medication-related outcomes and implement changes to improve care quality.

9. Inventory Management:

   • Oversee medication inventory, including procurement, storage, and distribution.
   • Ensure compliance with inventory control procedures and regulatory standards.

10. Documentation and Reporting:

    • Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of medication-related activities and interventions.
    • Report any medication errors, adverse events, or safety concerns in accordance with facility policies.

Required:

• Pharmacy experience.
• LTC experience a plus
• Texas pharmacy license.

Required:

• Pharmacy experience.
• LTC experience a plus
• Texas pharmacy license.

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