Mail Order Long Term Care Staff Pharmacist - Woonsocket, RI

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.

This role offers an opportunity to apply your pharmacy expertise in a dynamic setting focusing on long-term care and mail order services. The position operates Monday through Friday with day shifts primarily from 9:30 am to 6:00 pm and 1:30 pm to 10:00 pm, with occasional evening shifts one to two nights per week. This contract assignment spans 12 weeks with potential to convert to permanent.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accept and accurately dispense prescription medications.
• Monitor patient medication adherence and detect overuse patterns.
• Ensure all medication supplies comply with legal regulations and prescriptions are appropriate.
• Maintain confidential patient records and manage pharmacy documentation.
• Counsel patients on medication usage, potential reactions, and answer questions.
• Provide consultations on prescription and OTC medications including storage, dosage, side effects, and drug interactions.
• Deliver additional patient services such as smoking cessation support, blood pressure checks, and cholesterol management.
• Educate patients on use and maintenance of medical devices like blood pressure monitors and glucose meters.
• Compound medications for internal and external use, preparing sterile solutions following protocols.
• Supervise pharmacy technicians and clerks to maintain efficient pharmacy operations.
• Manage inventory of pharmaceutical and medical supplies.
• Identify drug-related issues and collaborate effectively with healthcare providers.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Pharmacist in Rhode Island.
• Prior pharmacy experience required.
• Experience in long-term care pharmacy highly preferred.
• Strong communication and supervisory skills.

Location: Woonsocket, Rhode Island
Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Day shifts (9:30 am - 6:00 pm and 1:30 pm - 10:00 pm)
• 1 to 2 nights per week possible

This contract role is an excellent chance to contribute your skills in a specialized pharmacy setting with potential for permanent employment. Candidates meeting the qualifications are encouraged to apply promptly to be considered.

Compensation for this position ranges from $55.00 to $63.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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