Retail Pharmacist Per Diem

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Come join our Retail Pharmacy team at Saint Francis Hospital, a member of Trinity Health Of New England!

Position Purpose

Ensures the safe and effective use of pharmaceuticals through their proper storage, handling, evaluation, preparation, compounding, labeling, dispensing, and administration in conjunction with state and federal regulations and departmental policies. Maintains proper records. Follows department guidelines with regard to clinical interventions and provides drug information as required and /or requested.

What you will do

• Prepares, dispenses, and supervises the preparation of all medications for patient consumption in conjunction with state and federal regulations and department policies

• Oversees non-pharmacist personnel by assigning duties, checking all orders, maintaining efficient workflow, and medications prepared by technicians

• Assess need for formulary items ordered accordingly; initiate contact with prescriber or benefits provider for substitute

• Verify all narcotic orders are received, maintain perpetual inventory log, perform weekly C-II inventory and monthly controlled drug inventory and ensure all necessary forms are completed and returned to the Pharmacy

• Proper cash handling and cash control as well as completing day-to-day retail transactions in a friendly and efficient manner

• Check for allergies, potential drug-drug interactions/incompatibilities, and adverse drug reactions on all patients before dispensing medication

• Advise other health care professionals on drug interactions, incompatibilities, side effects, and proper administration of medications

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Pharm D Degree in Pharmacy

• 6-12 months of previous related experience

• Connecticut Pharmacist license

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Per diem

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Francis Hospital is committed to exceeding the expectations of our patients and families by providing world-class service in a progressive, people-centered, compassionate health care environment. We are licensed for 617 beds and 65 bassinets, are a major teaching hospital and the largest Catholic hospital in New England.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.