JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:  Clinical Pharmacist (Part-Time)

LOCATION:   Albuquerque, New Mexico

POSITION SUMMARY:

The role of the Pharmacist is to manage all of the clinical programs administered by Apothecary Shops.  Although the Clinical Pharmacist is ultimately responsible for the oversight of the dispensing process, it is not expectation of the Clinal Pharmacist to perform pre-pharmacist verification dispensing functions. 

ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS OF THE JOB

1. Provides pharmacy services to patient and medical practitioners.  Fills prescriptions, dispenses medicines, counsels patients and medical practitioners regarding the nature and use of drugs, and trains and/or supervises pharmacy interns.

2.  Oversees the preparation and dispensing of prescription medications to patients or

      medical practioners

3.  Oversees the preparation of all necessary records on prescriptions, patient charges.


4. Provides guidance, training and supervision to pharmacy interns and technicians during course of work and monitors performance


5. Follows established policies, procedures and objectives, continuous quality improvement objectives, and safety, environmental, and/or infection control standards.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or Doctorate of Pharmacy


• Pharmacy license in good standing in the state which they are practicing


• The ability to organize and manage multiple priorities


• Provides guidance, training and supervision to pharmacy interns and technicians during course of work and monitors performance


• Knowledge of the use, clinical effects, and composition of drugs, including their chemical, biological, and physical properties


• Ability to supervise support staff and ensure an efficient work flow


• Ability to work accurately in a fast paced environment


• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel.


• Commitment to company values and the ability to be a strong team player


• Must possess a professional appearance and possess excellent communication skills


• Ability to look at prescriptions for extended periods of time and ensure accuracy in the input and filling of the prescription and make corrections if needed

TYPICAL WORK CONDITIONS

Work is normally performed in a typical interior/retail environment.

Moderate physical activity

Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 25 pounds

Must have the ability to stand for extended periods of times (8 hours or more)

Must be able to work in front of computer for long periods of time

Minimal exposure to physical risks, such as operating dangerous equipment or working with chemicals

**The Apothecary Shops is an equal opportunity employer