Contracted - Staff Pharmacist (Bilingual)

POSITION TITLE: Contracted PRN – Staff Pharmacist

LOCATION: HOPE Health and Wellness Center

REPORTS TO: Pharmacy Manager

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy with an active Texas Board of Pharmacy License;

WORK EXPERIENCE: 3-5 years of pharmacy retail experience and a good understanding of quality and compliance requirements pertaining to the pharmacist role

SALARY RANGE: Contract, DOE

FLSA STATUS: Contract

POSITION TYPE: Contract

LANGUAGE: Bilingual Preferred; Bilingual in English and Spanish, Arabic, Burmese, Chinese or other languages is required

HOPE Clinic provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

JOB SUMMARY:

As a PRN Staff Pharmacist, your primary responsibilities are to oversee pharmacy operations and disperse drugs according to physician prescriptions. Your other job duties are to manage inventory, supervise pharmacy techs, perform quality control checks on medications, and answer questions for patients.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist Pharmacy Manager maintains compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements and state licensure requirements as mandated by federal, and state legislation and the Board of Pharmacy;
• Ensures that patient pharmaceutical care meets standards of safety, effectiveness, patient rights and customer service;
• Maintain records such as pharmacy files, patient records, charge system files, inventories, and records of controlled substances;
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to plan, monitor, review, and evaluate the quality and effectiveness of drugs and drug regimens, providing advice on drug applications and characteristics, as needed;
• Provide information and advice regarding drug interactions, side effects, dosage, and proper medication storage;
• Analyze prescribing trends to monitor patient compliance and prevent excessive usage or harmful interactions;
• Communicate with Pharmacy Manager regarding orders and purchase requests for pharmaceutical supplies, medical supplies, and medication by maintaining stock, labeling, storing, and handling it properly as needed;
• Follow and ensure workflows to maintain efficiency and timeliness in patient care;
• Follow quality assurance and performance improvement activities for the department;
• Follow appropriate audit procedures for controlled substances and compliance with the 340B program;
• Follow established procedures and guidelines for dispensing 340B program and non-340B program medications;
• Identify concerns and opportunities and makes recommendations for change to ensure the growth and performance of the pharmacy, when needed;
• Oversee appropriate use of information systems and technology; support systems, automation/barcoding for safety;
• Assist in pharmacy inventory; control pharmaceutical expenses and maximize revenue; collaborate to develop initiatives that optimize therapeutic outcomes, reduce drug-related problems, and ensure cost-effective pharmacotherapy.
• Assist Pharmacy Manager manage pharmacy asset protection activities such as financial operations and ensure appropriate contracting; understand the relationships between third-party requirements, coding, documentation, billing equations, and pricing updates, and ensure quality functions for financial performance success;
• Assist in performance data such as pharmacy financials, customer/patient service satisfaction, and inventory trends;
• Promote educational programs to enhance patient engagement and improve patient outcomes; foster pharmacist communication with patients and providers to ensure continuity of care and monitor patient outcomes;
• Responsible for the execution of opening and closing activities; either directly,. ensuring that strict procedures are followed around the facility, as requested;
• Follow established processes, performance standards, and educational activities, track performance through fact-driven exercises, and implement solutions to drive continuous process improvements and competency of staff;
• Counsel patients and answer their questions regarding usage of medicine, side effects, interactions, contraindications, patient information privacy, generics, therapeutic; interchanges, and over-the-counter products, and refer to a medical provider as needed to ensure medication is taken properly and health needs to be addressed;
• Perform pharmacist tasks including dispensing medications, filling prescriptions, compounding, drug therapy reviews, verification, and medication management as needed;
• Supervise and monitor the non-professional duties of Pharmacy Technicians including the organization of daily duties in dispensing, IVs, or patient care functions;
• Monitor and review the work of Pharmacy Technicians to ensure compliance with all professional standards and departmental policies and procedures, and to ensure pharmacy stock levels are adequate with patient needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support HOPE Clinic’s Mission, Vision, and Values.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Working knowledge of HIPAA, OSHA, and State/Federal Pharmacy laws governing medical/pharmacy services;
• Knowledge of DEA, FDA, and state regulations pertaining to the manufacturing and handling of controlled substances;
• Exceptional leadership, mediation abilities, and multi-tasking skills required;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality when interacting with patients and team members;
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in MS Office Suite/Google Suite;
• Strong patient service along with the ability to develop excellent patient relationships;
• Ability to communicate and work with all team members across multiple levels;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail;
• Demonstrate proven knowledge of business and management principles;
• Experience working with standard ERP/MRP systems;
• Experience interpreting compliance requirements and regulations is required;
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions;
• Demonstrate a strong ability to be adaptable and flexible.
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy
• Active Texas Board of Pharmacy License
• 3-5 years of Pharmacy experience with demonstrated success OR
• Completed ASHP PGY1/2 Clinical Residency and/or Administrative Hospital Pharmacy Residency
• Previous experience working with auditors, inspectors, and regulatory agencies is a plus!
• Pharmacy Preceptor is a plus!

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Bilingual (Vietnamese, Chinese, Arabic, and/or Spanish with English) is preferred.
• Above average skills in language ability as well as public speaking and writing.
• Must have good transportation and a valid Texas Driver’s license.