Job Summary
- The PRN Pharmacist at Bunkie General Pharmacy provides comprehensive pharmaceutical care, ensuring the safe, effective, and appropriate dispensing of medications in a retail setting.
- Works on an as-needed basis, which may include on-call hours, to support the pharmacy’s operational needs.
- Review prescriptions issued by physicians or other authorized prescribers to ensure accuracy and determine necessary formulas and ingredients.
- Compounds and dispenses prescribed medications, drugs, and other pharmaceuticals.
- Determines the correct day supply for insurance billing using standard formulas and processes.
- Provide patient education on medication use, potential side effects, drug interactions, dosage, and proper storage.
- Offers consultative services to customers regarding over-the-counter medications and health products.
- Supervises and directs pharmacy technicians, including training, assigning tasks, and monitoring workflow.
- Collaborates with healthcare providers to clarify prescriptions and optimize pharmacotherapy.
- Ensures accuracy of all electronically entered data to maintain pharmacy records, billing systems, and inventory.
- Adheres to established procedures for quality assurance, controlled substance security, and hazardous waste disposal.
- Monitors drug inventory levels and assists in procurement as needed.
- Ensures compliance with all state and federal pharmacy regulations.
- Responds to emergency and on-call situations requiring immediate pharmaceutical support.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an accredited institution.
- Active and unrestricted pharmacist license in Louisiana.
- Two to four years of related experience and/or training preferred.
- Familiarity with pharmacy management systems and electronic prescription processing.
Requirements
- Strong analytical skills to synthesize complex information.
- Problem-solving skills to develop alternative solutions and resolve issues efficiently.
- Technical proficiency with a commitment to continuous learning.
- Excellent customer service and communication skills, both oral and written.
- Strong delegation, quality management, business acumen, and diversity awareness.
- High ethical standards, strategic thinking, professionalism, and safety awareness.
- Punctuality and consistent attendance.
- Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.
- Strong decision-making skills to address complex medication-related issues.
- Ability to multitask and efficiently prioritize workload.
- Ability to stand or walk for extended periods while performing duties.
- Capability to lift and carry moderate loads, such as medication inventory and supplies.
- Fine motor skills for handling small medications and operating pharmacy equipment.
Additional Information
- Position Type: PRN
- Shift: Flexible PRN scheduling, which may include nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call duties as required.
- Reports To: Pharmacy Director or CNO/COO