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Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, the Pharmacist-In-Charge is responsible for filling prescriptions by using acceptable pharmaceutical techniques as well as compounding and dispensing pharmaceuticals issued by physicians and other qualified prescribers.  The Pharmacist-In-Charge advises patients and providers of potential drug interactions, possible side effects, storage information and instructions on the proper usage of medication.  This person must demonstrate knowledge and ability to appropriately communicate and interact with the staff, patients, families and visitors of all age groups, while being sensitive to their cultural and religious beliefs.

Job Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate the ability to provide information or knowledge on drugs, drug dosing, side effects, indications, contraindications and proper administration
• Understand the goals and objectives of the Corporation as set out in the By-Laws and Policy and Procedure Manuals
• Oversee the performance of packaging, labeling, measuring compounding, storing, charging and recording medications used in patient care
• Manage the inventory, order and maintain the supply of drugs, chemicals and other pharmaceutical stock
• Submit monthly reports to Chief Financial Officer
• Promote preventive care and healthy lifestyles for all patient lifecycles
• Maintain a method of storage for providing security of medicines or pharmaceuticals
• Supervise the pharmacy staff as well as the daily operations
• Serve as a counselor to patients and providers of potential drug interactions, possible side effects, storage information and instructions on proper use of medication
• Established health care standards and protocols for each medical service and program
• Ensures confidentiality of patient information and records
• Participates actively in performance improvement activities
• Maintain complete, up to date and accurate patient prescription records
• Comply with credentialing and other administrative requirements necessary for meeting regulatory standards
• Demonstrate positive personal attributes such as honesty, integrity and professionalism in all aspects of the job
• Work to ensure the productivity and effectiveness of the pharmacy staff, in terms of utilization and patient satisfaction
• Attends classes, workshops and seminars as appropriate to maintain clinical competency and stay informed of changes in community health
• Demonstrates sensitivity to cultural issues and a positive attitude when dealing with patients, colleagues and resource people from outside the center
• Attends provider meetings to advise and inform medical staff of drug applications and characteristics.
• Manage pharmacy personnel and develops quality assurance techniques to ensure safe, legal, and ethical practices.
• Maintain an updated list of direct relief inventory and communicate inventory list with clinical staff
• Ensure policies and procedures are in compliance with board of pharmacy requirements
• Maintains prompt and regular attendance
• Verify timecard at the end of each pay period
• Performs related work, as assigned
• Completes the required IT/Security trainings prior to the deadline
• Effectively evaluates employees by completing 6 month and annual evaluations prior to the deadline
• Counsels employees on areas of improvement by completing trainings and PCN’s in a timely manner

Job Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited school of Pharmacy
• Completion of an approved Pharmacy internship
• Valid Mississippi Pharmacy License
• Understands state and federal laws regarding regulation of pharmacy practices
• Skilled in compounding and manufacturing of drugs
• At least 2 years work experience as a licensed Pharmacist-In-Charge
• Knowledge of chemical, biological and comparative therapeutic properties of a wide range of drugs, and the principles of specialized science directly related to pharmacy
• Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Must be able to deal effectively with patient and staff emergencies

Physical and Other Requirements:

• Must continuously listen, visualize and have dexterity and eye-hand coordination and full range of body motion
• Must frequently sit, squat, reach, use both right and left forearm rotation, walk, stand, kneel and twist.  Must have ability to grasp firmly, lift and carry, push and pull in excess of 30 lbs.