Pharmacist - FMC

Staff Pharmacist - Per Diem

Position Summary

The Staff Pharmacist is responsible for dispensing medications prescribed by physicians and other healthcare practitioners and providing patients with information regarding medication use, dosage, potential interactions, and side effects. This position ensures the safe, accurate, and appropriate use of medications while supporting quality patient care and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.

The Staff Pharmacist collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to evaluate medication therapies, promote patient safety, and provide pharmaceutical expertise to support positive patient outcomes.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Review prescriptions and medication orders for accuracy, appropriateness, required ingredients, and potential contraindications.
• Provide information and counseling regarding drug interactions, side effects, dosage, administration, and proper medication storage.
• Verify the identity, strength, purity, and quality of medications.
• Compound and dispense medications as prescribed by physicians and other authorized healthcare practitioners, including calculating, weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients or overseeing these activities.
• Maintain accurate pharmacy records, patient medication profiles, inventory records, charge system files, and required records for controlled substances and other regulated medications.
• Develop, implement, and maintain procedures for the preparation, packaging, labeling, storage, handling, and disposal of pharmaceuticals in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
• Provide specialized medication services and patient education to support the management of conditions such as diabetes, asthma, and hypertension, as applicable to the pharmacy's services.
• Promote health education and disease prevention, including instruction on the proper use of devices such as blood pressure monitors and diabetes monitoring equipment.
• Advise patients on medication options, medical equipment, and healthcare supplies.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to plan, monitor, review, and evaluate medication regimens for safety, effectiveness, and appropriateness.
• Provide guidance regarding medication selection, therapeutic use, dosing, and drug characteristics.
• Monitor medication prescribing and utilization trends to identify potential compliance concerns, excessive use, harmful interactions, and other medication-related risks.
• Order and purchase pharmaceutical and medical supplies, maintain appropriate inventory levels, and ensure proper storage and handling.
• Maintain compliance with pharmacy procedures, medication safety standards, and applicable state and federal requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills, Qualifications, and Competencies

• Strong patient service and communication skills.
• Excellent knowledge of pharmacology, chemistry, and medication interactions.
• Strong understanding of medical and biological terminology.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to medication safety.
• Ability to prioritize competing responsibilities and work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Strong clinical judgment, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with patients, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and protect confidential patient information.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Manage pharmacy operations and oversee pharmacy staff, including hiring, training, and supervision, as applicable to the position.
• Perform administrative duties related to pharmacy operations, inventory, and purchasing.
• Provide instruction and guidance to pharmacy interns to support their professional development and preparation for licensure.

Physical Demands

The position requires the ability to perform various physical activities, including prolonged standing or sitting, walking, lifting up to 15 pounds using proper lifting techniques, climbing stairs, reaching, bending, twisting, pushing, pulling, squatting, grasping, and arm-hand coordination on a continuous basis.

Travel Requirements

Up to 15% of work time may involve travel within West Virginia and surrounding areas.

Required Education and Experience

• Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) or other qualifying pharmacy degree from an accredited school of pharmacy.
• Current, valid license as a Registered Pharmacist issued by the West Virginia Board of Pharmacy.
• Prior hospital pharmacy experience preferred.

Other Duties

This job description is not intended to provide a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time based on organizational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Boone Memorial Health provides equal employment opportunities to all personnel and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination, harassment, prejudice, or behavior of any type based on race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, family medical history or genetic information, past or present military service, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family or parental status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.