Pharmacist (PHARM) #M-PHARM-7919914

SUMMARY:

* Ref #: M-PHARM-7919914
* Profession: Pharmacy
* Specialty: Pharmacist
* Job Type: Contract
* Open To Travelers: Yes
* Facility Type: Correctional
* Location: Corcoran, California
* Start Date: ASAP
* Duration: 24 weeks
* Schedule:Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM
* Rate: $52/hour

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

* Valid and active license issued by the California Board of Pharmacy
* Proficiency in the English language (Speaking/Writing)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Pharmacist will provide services under the direction of the Pharmacist-in-Charge and/or the Institution’s CEO/CME or designee, within the scope of practice. The pharmacist's duties include, but are not limited to:

* Review prescriber Rx for accuracy, completeness, authenticity, and legality.
* Assess Rx against patient/youth profile for drug errors, interactions, and delivery issues.
* Verify prescription compliance with the Formulary and forward non-formulary requests for approval.
* Prepare, compound, and dispense drugs and pharmaceutical preparations as needed.
* Perform computerized order entry and type prescription labels.
* Fill prescription/medication orders and prepare or verify l.V. Admixtures.
* Consult with medical staff and the Review Committee, including discharge consultations.
* Maintain records of drugs, poisons, and narcotics as required by Federal and State Laws.
* Keep records of received, on-hand, and dispensed drugs, poisons, and chemicals.
* Implement and maintain medication delivery systems following Systemwide P&T Committee directives.
* Assist in estimating drug requisition needs as required by the Pharmacist-in-Charge.
* Supervise and instruct Pharmacy Technicians in standard and routine tasks.
* Perform other assigned duties.