Community Pharmacist

3d3 days ago

Northwell Health

Westchester, US · Part-time · $65 – $85/hr

About this role

Dispenses medications and other pharmaceutical products using standard chemical and physical procedures to fill prescriptions issued by physicians and other qualified prescribers. This role ensures accurate and safe medication distribution in a community pharmacy setting. All responsibilities are essential functions under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Reviews and verifies prescriptions for accuracy, completeness, interactions, and clinical appropriateness. Provides counseling and drug-related information for prescriptions and over-the-counter items to patients, as needed. Communicates effectively with provider offices, pharmacies, and insurers to fulfill prescription orders.

Dispenses medications in accordance with established rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Coordinates with couriers to monitor and track delivery of prescriptions in a timely manner. Complies with all relevant policies, procedures, regulations, REMS program requirements, and accrediting bodies.

Maintains accurate records compliant with rules, regulations, and policies. Manages inventory and supplies for the pharmacy as needed, receiving and checking for accuracy. Performs related duties as required to support pharmacy operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy, required
Current license to practice as a Pharmacist in New York State, required
Specialized certifications, as needed
1-3 years of relevant experience, required
Knowledge of prescription interactions and clinical appropriateness
Familiarity with REMS program requirements and accrediting bodies
Ability to maintain compliant pharmacy records

Responsibilities

Reviews and verifies prescriptions for accuracy, completeness, interactions, and clinical appropriateness
Provides counseling and drug-related information for prescriptions and over-the-counter items to patients, as needed
Communicates effectively with provider offices, pharmacies, and insurers to fulfill prescription orders
Dispenses medications in accordance with established rules and regulations as well as policies and procedures
Coordinates with couriers to monitor and track delivery of prescriptions in a timely manner
Complies with all relevant policies, procedures, and regulations associated with dispensing medications and REMS program requirements
Maintains accurate records compliant to rules and regulations as well as policies
Manages inventory and supplies for pharmacy, as needed; receives and checks inventory and supplies for accuracy