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    Pharmacist - Arcata, United States - Indian Health Service

    Indian Health Service
    Indian Health Service Arcata, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Description

    Locations:
    Arcata, CA


    Type:
    Tribal


    Salary Range:
    $125,424 to $194,064 / Per Year

    Open Period:1/23/2024 until filled


    Summary:
    Pharmacist for Beautiful Outpatient Clinic on California Coast.

    • ALL state licenses accepted.
    • Generous compensation and great benefit package.
    • Modern $35 million facility in a charming college town.
    • Extremely good work-life balance.
    • Weekdays only, 8:30-5:30.
    • No administering immunizations or drive-throughs like retail stores.
    • Loan repayment eligible.
    • Retirement matching contributions.
    • Tight community feeling because we see the same patients and providers every day.
    • As a full-service clinic, we offer a more holistic approach to patient care than the typical, assembly-line, retail pharmacies

    SUMMARY:

    Under the direction of the Pharmacy Director, the pharmacist is responsible for dispensing medications and verifying they are accurate and appropriate.

    The pharmacist also provides information to clients about the drugs and their use and advises medical and pharmacy staff on the selection, dosage, interactions, and side effects of medications.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.


    Pharmacist Level I:

    • Use good professional judgment in the dispensing of medications.
    • Assist with training of technicians and new pharmacists.
    • Assist with ordering medications and supplies as needed.
    • Assume some management functions in the absence of the Pharmacy Director.
    • Adhere to accreditation and compliance standards/guidelines.
    • Receive, verify, and accurately fill prescriptions in accordance with all regulations. Perform all required steps to ensure the verification process is thorough and complete.
    • Ensure there were not any errors or oversights by the technicians, providers, nurses, or other pharmacists. This includes checking the previous fills as well, which is a common source of errors.
    • Must remain focused on the task at hand and avoid excessive distractions to prevent making avoidable medical errors.
    • Provide client consultations on prescriptions when advisable/required or requested by the client.
    • Advises medical and pharmacy staff on the selection, dosage, interactions, and side effects of medications.
    • Check the clients record in the Pharmacy Management System (PMS) and the Electronic Health Record (EHR) system for potential interactions or duplicate medications. If the issue cannot be resolved by the RPh, then contact the provider to determine a solution. Continued.

    Duties:

    • Document any notes or changes that were made to the client's prescription in both the PMS and the EHR so that all providers and pharmacists are aware of the change in the future. This includes deactivating any inappropriate duplicate prescriptions.
    • Check client's labs when required due to the client's health condition or their medication.
    • Investigate any prescriptions that are concerning or look inappropriate. This might include checking client's EHR and PMS records, using medical reference sources, or contracting the provider. Work together with the medical team to determine a resolution and document any changes or concerns in both the PMS and EHR systems.
    • For 340b compliance, verify that chart notes and referrals are in the client's EHR record for any prescriptions from outside providers.
    • Use pharmacist knowledge to advise technicians on how to process insurance Prior Authorizations so our clients receive the full coverage they are entitled to.
    • When appropriate, exchange equivalent formulary drugs for nonformulary medications using our automatic therapeutic substitution guidelines. Similarly, if a prescribed medication is not approved by the client's insurance, select a therapeutic substitution that will be covered.
    • Must follow all regulations regarding dispensing controlled medications including checking last fill date, CURES, double counting, back counting, and proper maintenance of the control logbook.
    • When the pharmacy is shorthanded, must be willing to do whatever is necessary to serve our clients well. In some cases, this may require the pharmacist to do tasks that are usually performed by the technicians.
    • Assists with managing pharmacy inventory and making necessary corrections in the pharmacy software.
    • Manage and fill bubble/blister packs for patients w/ poor adherence.
    • Monitor recall notifications and remove recalled or outdated items from inventory.
    • Perform all duties in accordance with the UIHS Mission, Vision, and Guiding principles.
    • Must be willing to learn more about the American Indian culture and attend at least one Cultural Presentation/ training per year.
    Pharmacist Level II - In addition to the above-mentioned duties:


    • Work closely with the Director to manage pharmacy daily operations.
    • Must be able to assist with some of the advanced responsibilities listed in the Director Job Description as needed.
    • Manage the pharmacy for extended periods of time when the Director is absent or on leave.

    Qualifications:

    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Responsible for supervision of the pharmacy and other pharmacy personnel in the absence of the Pharmacy Director.
    • This management function will be assigned by the Pharmacy Director to cover pharmacy administrative functions as need dictates

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


    EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

    Pharmacist Level I:

    • Must possess a pharmacy degree from a United States college of pharmacy or equivalent foreign degree Certified by the Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Examination Committee (FPGEC).
    • Two (2) or more years of Pharmacist experience is preferred

    Pharmacist Level II:

    • Must possess a pharmacy degree from a United States college of pharmacy or equivalent foreign degree Certified by the Foreign Pharmacy Graduate Examination Committee (FPGEC).
    • Four (4) or more years of Pharmacist experience. Prefer at least one (1) year of experience working at UIHS to become proficient with our specific processes and requirements.
    • Proven track record of accuracy, competence, and meticulous attention to detail in pharmaceutical practice

    CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

    • Must have a valid pharmacist license issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
    • Shall possess a valid driver's license.
    • Must be able to be covered by agency's vehicle insurance and provide proof of valid private vehicle coverage.
    • Must possess and maintain a valid American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

    Work Type:
    Permanent, Full

    Announcement #:1409

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