Pharmacist - PT PRN

We are looking for an efficient, flexible, and highly motivated Pharmacist to join our team!  Requirements of this part-time role include some Saturdays and PRN call-in, as needed. This role will be used to fill vacation coverage. The PRN Pharmacist will stay in the Des Moines and surrounding areas, including but not limited to Medicap locations in Des Moines, Indianola, Ames, and Boone.

Under indirect supervision, the PRN Pharmacist provides a full range of patient services by filling prescriptions, counseling patients, supervising Pharmacy Technicians, and providing professional services. Assures that all services comply with professional standards and applicable laws.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position.  These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.  Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Interprets written prescriptions, checks for drug interactions and allergies, enters prescription and patient data into Pioneer Software, and gives prescription information to Pharmacy Technician for filling. Supervises Technicians, checks all work for accuracy.
• Serves patients by counseling over the phone and in person. Conveys pertinent information regarding how and for how long the medication should be taken. Answers patient’s questions. Consults with other health care professionals and conducts research as necessary to ensure that all services are in the best interests of the patient and conform to established professional standards and applicable state laws.
• Review inventory daily. Places orders for medications, as necessary. Maintains adequate supplies without overstocking.
• Ensure proper billing occurs when pharmacist on duty in compliance with insurance plan, CMS, and / or board of pharmacy.
• Counsels patients to ensure that patients understand their treatment program and to ensure that treatment goals are being met. Meets face to face with patients, discusses disease state and treatment options. Answers questions to ensure patient understanding.
• Maintains current state pharmacy license.
• Maintains working knowledge of all aspects of the computer and cash register.
• Maintains store competitiveness and profitability by controlling operational expenses and maximizing sales.
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance. Develops courteous and professional relationships with patients, customers, and co-workers.
• Comply with all security / loss prevention procedures including setting alarm, securing safe, etc.
• Maintain a perpetual schedule II inventory
• Complete third-party rejections
• Maintain daily and weekly reports
• In cases of dispensing incidents, follow company procedures : notification and report completed
• Ensure compliance with all company procedures and federal and state laws, rules, and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE