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Ochsner Health

Overnight Retail Pharmacist

5h

Ochsner Health

New Orleans, US · Full-time · $130,000 – $160,000

About this role

Compounds and dispenses medications and pharmaceutical supplies upon receipt of written, electronic or oral prescriptions from physicians or other qualified practitioners. Oversees the day-to-day activities of the technical and clerical pharmacy staff. Serves as the manager on duty when the manager is absent and makes professionally appropriate decisions.

Works with the clinical staff to manage the complex drug therapies of Specialty Medication and Transplant patients. Provides drug information and patient education to physicians, patients and other health care workers. Maintains all minimum standards as designated by the state board of pharmacy.

Provides immunizations and medication therapy management. Compounds and dispenses medications for outpatients while reviewing, interpreting and clarifying prescriptions for accuracy. Oversees technical and clerical staff on a day-to-day basis in preparations and delivery of medications.

At Ochsner Health, dedicated employees fill the hallways and make a difference every day. Whether working with patients or supporting those who do, contributions matter. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today.

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy
  • 1 year of experience working with standard pharmacy and office equipment
  • Experience working in a retail/community pharmacy
  • Licensed to practice pharmacy in the state of practice, or eligibility for licensure
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association for immunizers
  • Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Responsibilities

  • Compounds and dispenses medications and pharmaceutical supplies upon prescriptions
  • Oversees day-to-day activities of technical and clerical pharmacy staff
  • Serves as manager on duty when manager is absent
  • Works with clinical staff to manage complex drug therapies of Specialty Medication and Transplant patients
  • Provides drug information and patient education to physicians, patients and health care workers
  • Provides immunizations
  • Provides medication therapy management
  • Reviews, interprets and clarifies prescriptions for accuracy

Benefits

  • Shift Differential Available
  • 7 on 7 off schedule - nights