Per Diem Pharmacist

ProCare LTC Pharmacy understands the universal needs of healthcare institutions with a personal touch that only an independent pharmacy can offer. With three decades of experience we have the understanding and knowledge to move into the next generation of pharmacy services. ProCare is seeking to hire a Per Diem Pharmacist to work ONSITE out of our Farmingdale,NY location.

Hours: Weekend availability a must

Job Functions:

1. Enter and review faxed, verbal, electronic, and paper orders.
2. Initial Review orders (PV1) and Final Review Orders (PV2).
3. Contact physicians for prescriptions when appropriate.
4. Speak with providers regarding prescription issues and clarifications.
5. Enter, check, and replace contents of EKits and Automated Dispensing Machines (ADS).
6. Pull and log controlled substances.
7. Process new and completed backorders.
8. Enter and compound IV/TPN and non-sterile compounds.
9. Make necessary NDC changes.
10. Check pre-packed medications.
11. Supervise other pharmacists (act as PIC) and oversee Order Entry staff.
12. Process OOP/LOA requests as they come in.
13. Triage documents to the appropriate queue.
14. Complete Quality Assurance (QA) sheets as necessary.
15. Process orders for REMS medications (i.e. clozapine).
16. Making clinical decisions and performing clinical reviews of patient profiles.
17. Perform on-call duties as scheduled.
18. Knowledge of medications, interactions, and dosage.
19. Report medication errors as they occur
20. Receive and enter 222 forms from facilities.
21. Understand billing procedures and communicate with the billing department.
22. Perform pharmacy opening and closing functions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.