Long Term Care Pharmacist
Memphis, TN US
Job Description
Job Title: Long Term Care Pharmacist
Pay: $58-$62 an hr | Bi-weekly
Job Type: Onsite in Memphis, TN
Shift Options:
- Shift 10am-7pm
Long Term Care Pharmacist Overview:
- Provides pharmaceutical services to long term care and institutionalized patients in a manner that maximizes quality and patient safety. Participates in and oversees the dispensing of medication in accordance with federal and state regulations.
- Evaluates physician medication orders for appropriateness of drug, dosage, potential interactions, and route of administration. Makes recommendations for therapy changes to the physician and facility staff as appropriate.
- Maintains patient/resident database to include appropriate current and past medical history, appropriate clinical and laboratory data, and concurrent medication (including over the counter and home remedies).
- Ensures that appropriate laboratory tests for monitoring certain high-risk conditions are ordered, evaluated, and discussed with appropriate members of the healthcare team.
- Collaborates with the healthcare team to provide clinical and technical support as needed.
- Documents all communication with physicians, nurses, other members of the healthcare team and patients/residents and their family members in the medical record.
- Implements policies and procedures for the safe procurement, storage, distribution and use of drugs and biologicals, as well as disposal of drugs.
- Obtains, as necessary, and maintains all required documentation in accordance with federal and state regulatory agencies and KPS policy.
Long Term Care Pharmacist Qualifications:
- Tennessee Pharmacist license required.
- High School Diploma or GED
- Attendance is mandatory for the first 90 days.
Long Term Care Pharmacist Benefits:
- Benefits are available to full-time employees after 90 days of employment and include health, optical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance.
- A 401(k) with a company match is available for full-time employees with 1 year of service on our eligibility dates.
How to Apply:
If you are interested in this position, please apply OR submit your resume to:Saw Hlaing | shlaing@alinestaffing.com | 412-790-5425