PharmacistThe Pharmacist will be responsible for quality pharmacy services, collaborating with primary care providers and staff to improve the health of patients. The Pharmacist assures compliance with all regulations of the SC State Board of Pharmacy, and works to achieve the goals, objectives and budget established by CHC's Board of Directors and Senior Leadership Team. Pharmacy services will include dispensing medications, assisting CHC personnel and patients with drug information and identification, developing and sustaining productive patient relationships, evaluating and resolving potential drug therapy problems identified through any and all available resources, patient counseling, prescription verification, adherence to state and federal pharmacy laws, precepting students and interns, supervision of pharmacy technicians while on-duty, and participation in projects as assigned.
CHC manages patient care using a team-based approach in our interactions with patients and other healthcare personnel.Duties and Responsibilities:Knowledge of Board of Pharmacy regulationsKnowledge of 340B programAbility to work with primary care providers to maximize cost effective prescribing patterns, improve clinical processes, and achieve clinical standards across the population of patients served by CHCProficiency in computers, including ability to learn Electronic Medical Records and pharmacy software; also use phones, fax machines, printers, scanner, and copiersAbility to carry out supervisory responsibility in accordance with the organization's policies and local, state, and federal lawsAbility to work in a fast-paced office environment with frequent interruptionsClinically competentKnowledge and experience of ordering, inventory, and cost management activitiesAbility to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with all levels of staff and patientsAbility to keep customer service and the mission of the organization in mind when interacting with clients, co-workers, and others, promoting a positive image for CHC, and fostering an ethical work environmentAbility to maintain strict confidentiality with medical information and conform to HIPAA regulationsMust possess strong problem-solving skills and effective time management skillsAbility to understand and respond effectively with sensitivity to special populations served by CHC. Special populations include, but are not limited to, those defined by race, ethnicity, language, age, sex, sexual orientation, economic standing, disability status, migrant, homelessness, seasonal workers, the uninsured, and patients with low health literacy.Assign, coordinate, and oversee pharmacy technicians' tasksEnsure that all pharmacy technicians are working in compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations as well as CHC policiesReview prescriptions for accuracy, appropriate dosage, directions, drug interactions, and contact the provider if questions ariseCounsel patients on drug usage, storage, side effects and drug interactions in accordance with federal and state pharmacy lawsAssess allergy concerns and communicate to patients and prescribersProcess and dispense prescriptions in a timely and efficient mannerBill Third Parties and handle rejectionsMaintain accurate records of controlled substancesRemove outdated and damaged drugs from the pharmacy inventoryProcess recalls according to policy and proceduresOversee daily ordering of medicationsEstablish and maintain good working relationships with staff, physicians, and other health care professionalsKeep pharmacy securedAnswer and make patient and prescriber callsMake sure Home/Site Delivery patients receive medications in a timely mannerCommunicate with the Chief Pharmacy Officer any issues within the pharmacyAssist with training of pharmacy staffAssist Chief Pharmacy Officer in other duties as assignedReporting Relationships:Responsible to:Directly supervised by Chief Pharmacy OfficerWorkers supervised:Pharmacy Technicians on dutyInterrelationships:Works in cooperation with staff and effectively serves patients/customersThis job description is not designed to cover or contain an exhaustive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Requirements:All employees of Carolina Health Centers, Inc.
are expected to perform the duties of their job and behave in a manner consistent with the Corporate Philosophy which supports the values of: honesty, integrity, openness, the pursuit of individual and collective excellence, and unwavering mutual respect and appreciation.In addition, this position requires:Education:Current licensure by South Carolina State Board of PharmacyPharmD from accredited institution preferredWork Experience:At least two years of retails or community health pharmacy experience preferredLicensure and Certification:Possession of current South Carolina State Board of Pharmacy licenseSkills:Has proficient knowledge of Board of Pharmacy regulationsReads, speaks, understands, and writes proficiently in EnglishEffectively communicates orally and in writingRelates and interacts with staff at all levels of the organizationRepresents the organization in a professional and effective manner to the communitySupports, motivates, and sustains a team-oriented cultureExercises sound judgement, tact, and diplomacyEvaluates and effectively addresses highly complex issues and problemsDelegates work, sets expectations, and monitors activities of pharmacy technicians appropriatelyDemonstrates leadership and basic management skillsPhysical Abilities:Stand for extended periods of timeAble to push, pull and reach, sit, stoop, and stretchAssist with moving or lifting >30 pounds as neededHave full range of body motionHave the hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity needed to operate a computer, telephone, copier, and medical equipmentRequired to talk and hearVision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focusMay be required to travel to meetings outside the organization's facilityRequired to be able to work evenings and weekends as neededPosition involves exposure to patient/customer elements in a clinical setting; may include exposure to communicable diseases, blood, and other bodily fluidsJob also operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard Office equipment such as computers, telephones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines