Long Term Care Staff Pharmacist in Waukesha, WI
Job Description
Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree, active Pharmacist license, and minimum 1+ years Pharmacist experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.
A pharmacy opportunity is available for skilled pharmacists to support long-term care prescriptions at a healthcare facility in Waukesha, WI. This contract position offers a meaningful role delivering patient-centered medication management and consultation during the 2nd shift hours.
Responsibilities:
- Accurately accept and dispense prescription medications in compliance with legal standards.
- Monitor patient medication usage and adherence, identifying potential drug-related issues.
- Maintain confidential and accurate patient and pharmacy records.
- Educate patients regarding medication instructions, potential side effects, and drug interactions.
- Provide clinical services including smoking cessation, blood pressure monitoring, and cholesterol management.
- Train patients on proper use of medical devices such as glucose meters and blood pressure monitors.
- Compound medications and prepare sterile solutions following appropriate protocols.
- Supervise pharmacy staff, including technicians and clerks.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and healthcare practitioners to optimize patient care.
- Manage pharmaceutical inventory responsibly.
Qualifications:
- Active Wisconsin pharmacist license.
- Experience in retail or long-term care pharmacy; training available for retail pharmacists new to this setting.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Schedule:
- 2nd shift: 1:00 PM – 9:30 PM
- Rotating weekend shifts
Location:
- Waukesha, WI
This assignment spans approximately 9 weeks, with a planned start date in mid-August. Candidates ready to engage promptly are encouraged to apply.
To be considered, please submit an updated resume, a copy of your Wisconsin pharmacist license, and necessary representation forms. This contract offers a dynamic environment to develop pharmacy practice skills in long-term care settings.
Apply today to contribute your expertise to improving patient outcomes through expert medication management.
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