Job Summary

It's not just a job. It's a mission.

Altruix is a high-touch pharmacy dedicated to behavioral health and intellectual & developmental disability populations. The company's pharmacy expertise, optional Medherent technology, and special packaging promote medication adherence. Altruix provides value-added services that help clients take their medications as prescribed without having to juggle pill bottles, while physicians and staff spend less time managing medications, getting essential information, and dealing with errors. Altruix customers achieve improved outcomes such as 90% adherence, 40% fewer dollars spent on ER and hospital visits, and dollars spent on ER and hospital visits. For more information, visit www.altruix.com.

We are seeking a PRN Pharmacist to provide as-needed coverage and support pharmacy operations at our Salisbury, MD location based on business needs. This role is responsible for ensuring the safe, accurate, and compliant review and dispensing of medications while maintaining high standards of patient care. The PRN Pharmacist will evaluate medication orders, monitor for potential interactions, support decision-making, and collaborate with pharmacy staff and healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This position is ideal for a flexible, detail-oriented pharmacist who is comfortable stepping into different workflows and providing reliable support in a dynamic environment.

Compensation for this role ranges from $58.00 to $61.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Main Responsibilities

Evaluates physician medication orders for appropriateness of drug, dosage, potential interactions
Maintains patient database to include appropriate current and past medical history, appropriate clinical and laboratory data, and concurrent medication
Ensures that appropriate laboratory tests for monitoring certain high-risk conditions are ordered, evaluated and discussed with appropriate members of the healthcare team
Obtains, as necessary, and maintains all required documentation in accordance with federal and state regulatory agencies and policy
Informs the Pharmacist in Charge of medication related errors
Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in pharmacy is required
Knowledge of principals related to pharmaceutical preparation and practices
Licensed Pharmacist listed by the Maryland Board of Pharmacy

Preferred Qualifications

Two years' experience as a pharmacist, long-term care pharmacy preferred
Strong leadership skills
Detail oriented; goal oriented, team player, oral communication
A combination of comprehensive therapeutic knowledge, problem-solving skills, and judgment is necessary
Ability to work cooperatively with others; comprehension of the current standards of pharmacy practice; and understanding of the challenges of professional pharmacy practice
Ability to master computer/software applications necessary for completing job tasks as required
Ability to manage multiple employees and workloads at once and meet deadlines
Excellent verbal and communication skills.

Key Traits for Success

Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy and quality
Adaptable and flexible, able to step into different workflows and environments with ease
Reliable and responsive for PRN scheduling needs and coverage
Strong communicator who can collaborate effectively with pharmacy staff and internal teams
Organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, production-focused environment
Professional and composed under pressure, maintaining compliance and operational standards
Team-oriented with a willingness to support workflow and operational needs as they arise
Proactive in identifying and escalating issues related to orders, inventory, or processes

Schedule

Your work schedule will be on an as-needed (PRN) basis and will vary based on business needs, operational demands, and site requirements. Hours are not guaranteed, and you will be scheduled to work based on availability and coverage needs. Workdays and hours may fluctuate and will be communicated in advance whenever possible.

Benefits

Competitive pay ($58.00/hr. - $61.00/hr.)
401(k) program

Altruix is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, placement, training, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation, and other employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other trait protected by federal, state, or local laws. Altruix is a drug-free work environment and requires pre-employment drug and alcohol testing as a condition of employment.

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