Overnight Staff Pharmacist - Houston TXOur Staff Pharmacists provide quality pharmaceutical services to long-term-care and institutionalized residents, under the direction and supervision of the Pharmacist-In-Charge (PIC). This position participates in and oversees workflow for the dispensing of medication in accordance with all state and federal regulations in addition to M Chest Pharmacy policy. Staff Pharmacists aim to ensure that medications provided to residents are safe, accurate and available in a timely manner.
Schedule:This position follows a 7-on/7-off schedule. The Staff Pharmacist will work seven consecutive days, Monday through Sunday, from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM, followed by seven consecutive days off.
Eligible for shift differential pay for qualifying hours.
Specifically, you will be asked to:- Performs and/or oversees the completion of all routine and tasks, including but not limited to:
- Evaluate medication orders for appropriateness of drug, dosage, route of administration, potential drug interactions, and special geriatric considerations, warnings/precautions associated with prescribed medication, potential adverse reactions, and stability.
- Procures and maintains all required documentation in accordance with state and federal regulations, as well as M CHEST policy.
- Ensures accuracy of filled medications.
- Conduct audits of automated dispensing machines to ensure accuracy of filled medications.
- Provides Clinical expertise by responding professionally to medication related questions.
- Assists the PIC with instructing, directing and overseeing pharmacy technicians and staff.
- Follows current guidelines for preparing all compounds, including I.V. therapy.
- Understand and follow M CHEST Policy and Procedures.
- Be able to work the 7 on and 7 off shift that includes nights and weekends. This position may require work outside regular scheduled hours dependent on pharmacy needs.
- Accepts ownership and accountability for the successful completion of assigned functions and achievement of goals.
- Strives for compliance by all staff with internal controls and state and federal regulations.
- Participates in the development and successful implementation of plan(s) of improvement as indicated, recommended and/or required by Supervisor, Manager, or any other home office or regulatory compliance consultant. Communicates progress toward goals and ongoing obstacles to supervisor and company management team, verbally and/or in writing or as dictated.
Qualified Applicants will have:- A Bachelor's degree from an accredited School of Pharmacy or PharmD
- A current, unrestricted Texas Pharmacist License
- Leadership and supervisory experience preferred
- Strong analytical skills; ability to quickly identify problems and find effective solutions
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Basic computer skills; experience with Microsoft Excel and Word preferred
- Ability to make independent decisions
- Ability to multitask and complete jobs without supervision
- Ability to assess information and make prudent, professional decisions.
- Ability to work and produce results under pressure.
- Ability to effectively and harmoniously interact with facility, management and other employees at all levels; promotes teamwork and professionalism.
- Must be dependable and able to work with minimal supervision.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
M Chest Pharmacist Employee Benefits- Our health benefits include Health, Dental, and Vision insurance.
- We also offer Life insurance as well as Accident, Critical Illness, and Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability coverage.
- 401k plan participation with employer match is available immediately
- Work-Life balance is achievable with Paid Holidays, and a Paid Time Off accrual plan.
