Pharmacist, Healthcare

Overview

River Stone Health serves the Yellowstone County community and south-central Montana. Health, Education, Leadership and Protection – HELP – guides our work across medical, dental, behavioral healthcare; home care and hospice; public health services; and education of health professionals. We are committed to access, affordability, compassion and quality in all interactions to improve life, health and safety for the communities we serve.

River Stone Health Pharmacy is located inside our Clinic, enabling patients to receive medications promptly after a medical appointment. Pharmacists counsel patients, check for drug interactions, and help patients access medications through various programs.

Working title: Retail Pharmacist
Classification title: Pharmacists
Division
:
Pharmacy
Program
:
Pharmacy
Reports to
:
Pharmacy Manager
FLSA status
:
Non-Exempt: PRN

Job Summary
:
The Staff Pharmacist is responsible for day-to-day operations in the retail pharmacy, supervising technicians/interns/students, verifying and dispensing prescriptions for medications and DME, providing medication-related education to patients and clinic staff, and maintaining the integrity of patient assistance programs administered through the pharmacy.

• Retail Pharmacy duties (approximately 95% of time)
• Perform prospective drug utilization reviews to assess potential drug interactions, allergies, therapeutic duplications, correct dosing, and patient adherence
• Direct supervision of preparation and dispensing of pharmaceuticals and DME by pharmacy technicians, interns, and students
• Maintain integrity of the pharmacy programs (including 340B, ADAP, and retail medications)
• Counsel patients on new medications/DME supplies and refilled medications
• Provide information on drug interactions, side effects, dosage, adherence and storage
• Collaborate with health care professionals to review and evaluate drug regimens
• Offer health promotion activities and education (e.g., blood pressure devices, diabetes monitors)
• Handle telephone encounters, retrieve pertinent information, and scan documents into the electronic health record (EHR)
• Document medication-related information accurately in the EHR
• Utilize standing orders and collaborative practice agreements
• Oversee operation of cash registers, payment processing, and pharmacy POS system
• Monitor inventory and expiration dates of medications/DME
• Maintain accurate prescription records per laws and regulations
• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and licensure/ accreditation requirements
• Ensure security of the pharmacy and safe/appropriate storage of medications/DME, including refrigerated items
• Support orientation and training for pharmacy technicians; identify areas for improvement and work with Pharmacy Manager to implement solutions

• Perform other duties as assigned in support of River Stone Health’s mission and goals

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited School of Pharmacy required;
  Pharm
  
  D preferred

• Experience in a retail pharmacy

• Current and active pharmacist license in the State of Montana
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

• Comprehensive knowledge of pharmacotherapy and pharmacist standards
• Ability to learn and use computer software programs
• Understanding of patient assistance programs to help patients access medications
• Detail-oriented with strong accuracy
• Knowledge of HIPAA and patient confidentiality
• Ability to collaborate with others and maintain a positive work environment
• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Doing things right the first time
• Making customers feel welcome
• Respect for each customer
• Anticipating customer needs, keeping customers informed
• Helping and going the extra mile; quick responses
• Protecting privacy and confidentiality; professional telephone etiquette
• Taking responsibility for handling complaints and maintaining professional demeanor

• None

• Clinic setting; standing, bending, sitting, and lifting as required
• Maintain a safe/secure working environment; adhere to safety and health requirements

• Work is structured by public health regulations and established medical practices
• Decisions directly affect the quality of services provided

• Daily written and verbal communication with patients, families, coworkers, and providers
• Collaborate with team members to provide quality customer service

• None

• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industry: Wellness and Fitness Services

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