LTC Pharmacist

Location: Worthington, OH 43085
Pay Rate: $66 per hour
Schedule: Rotating 10-hour shifts
Shift Options: 6:30 AM–4:30 PM, 9:00 AM–7:00 PM, 11:00 AM–9:00 PM, or 1:00 PM–11:00 PM
Weekends: Every third weekend

Position Overview

We are seeking a Licensed Pharmacist to support long-term care (LTC) pharmacy operations. The pharmacist will oversee medication dispensing, ensure patient medication safety, provide clinical guidance, maintain accurate records, and supervise pharmacy staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, verify, prepare, and dispense prescription medications in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

• Monitor patient medication compliance and identify potential medication misuse or overuse.

• Ensure prescribed medications are appropriate for each patient's needs.

• Maintain accurate, confidential patient records and pharmacy documentation.

• Counsel patients on medication use, dosage, storage, potential side effects, and drug interactions.

• Provide guidance on prescription and over-the-counter medications.

• Compound medications for internal and external use and prepare sterile solutions following appropriate procedures.

• Supervise pharmacy technicians, pharmacy clerks, and other pharmacy support staff.

• Maintain appropriate inventory levels of medications and medical supplies.

• Identify drug-related problems and communicate recommendations to physicians and other healthcare professionals.

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, pharmacy interns, and other members of the healthcare team.

• Provide patient education on medication safety and medical devices, including blood pressure monitors and glucose meters.

• Support patient care services, including blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, and smoking cessation education, as applicable.

Qualifications

• Active Pharmacist license issued by the applicable state pharmacy board.

• Strong knowledge of medication safety, dispensing procedures, and pharmacy regulations.

• Excellent communication and patient counseling skills.

• Ability to identify medication-related issues and collaborate with healthcare professionals.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to supervise pharmacy support staff and maintain accurate documentation.

• Availability to work rotating 10-hour shifts and every third weekend.

Compensation and Schedule

• $66 per hour

• Rotating 10-hour shifts

• Multiple shift options available

• Every third weekend required

Location: Worthington, Ohio 43085