Retail Pharmacist - Nicholson Tower

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General Description: Under the general direction of the Pharmacy Manager, the retail staff pharmacist is responsible and accountable for proper compounding, dispensing, reviewing and verifying of prescribed medications within regulatory guidelines. Ordering and receiving pharmaceutical supplies, preparing and dispensing pharmaceuticals, and preparing billing statements.

Essential Responsibilities:
Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position.  Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. 

• Fills Prescriptions.  Compounds and dispenses medications, following prescriptions issued by physician, dentist or other authorized medical practitioner.  

• Medication Preparation.  Weighs, measures, and mixes drugs and other medicinal compounds, and fills bottles or capsules with correct quantity and composition of preparation.  

• Medication Administration.  Ensures that patient understands prescribed instructions and advises patient regarding storage for prescription medication.

• Medication Storage.  Stores and preserves biological, vaccines, serums, and other drugs subject to deterioration, utilizing refrigeration and other methods.  

• Supply Maintenance.  Orders and maintains supply of drugs and other pharmaceuticals.  

• Provide Instruction.  May instruct interns and oversee the work of pharmacy technicians.

• Record Maintenance.  Maintains records on all prescriptions filled and computes and records charges for billing purposes.  

• Professional Information.  Provides information to physician and other staff members on availability of new drugs, warnings on currently marketed drugs, and incompatibility of certain drugs.  

• Absence of PIC. In the event that the staff pharmacist is on duty and the Pharmacist-In-Charge (PIC) is not present, the staff pharmacist(s) on duty would assume the duties of the PIC and supervise technicians and interns as well as ensure all applicable state, federal, and local laws and policies are complied with.

General Responsibilities:
Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Graduate of an accredited pharmacy degree program (Bachelor of Science or Pharm. D)

Experience: None required.

Licensure/Certifications/Registrations Required: Must be a licensed Pharmacist by the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy or obtain licensure within 90 days of hire. Must possess or be able to obtain an Oklahoma Preceptor’s license by the Oklahoma State Board of Pharmacy within one year of hire.

BLS certification and Immunization Administration Certificate preferred. If Pharmacist holds an Immunization Administration Certification, BLS certification will be required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Basic computer skills

• Detail oriented for accuracy of data and information

• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing

• Ability to accurately read and understand written materials and instructions

• Ability to build a rapport with students, faculty, and staff

• Strong initiative to solve problems

• Customer service

• Ability to supervise, communicate directions, and expectations

• Knowledge of professional standards a

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