Pharmacist

The Vernon Staffing Group is looking for a Pharmacist to join our team. The Pharmacist will dispense medication as prescribed and guide customers for proper use.  

The ideal candidate should have previous expertise in managing a pharmacy as well as exceptional patient-service skills. This person must have up-to-date knowledge of medical terminology, as well as chemistry and any drug interaction experience.
 

Each staff pharmacist is responsible for the preparation and dispensing of medications and pharmaceutical supplies for both Inpatients and Outpatients

Responsibilities: 

• Dispense medication – Complete prescription orders issued by prescribing physician. Counsel customers on reactions, side effects, dosage, and proper storage.  Mix, store and make compounded medications per respective directions. Maintain strict procedures to ensure the packaging, mixing, and labeling by following mandated regulations.  
• Offer expert support and guidance –  Provide exceptional customer service and answer all questions around specific issues around common medical needs (i.e. diabetes, asthma, smoking cessation, high blood pressure). Counsel and train patients on proper use of medical devices and supplies. Partner with healthcare professionals to review the quality and effectiveness of drugs, providing advice on usage and observed side effects.
• Manage administrative operations –  Assist pharmacy interns in acquiring licensing. Order and purchase supplies to manage stock and handling. Keep excellent records and files of patient information.

This is a bargaining unit position

QUALIFICATIONS:
At least 2 years of inpatient Hospital Pharmacy experience

Education/Skills Required:
1. BS Pharmacy & Registered Pharmacist (NYS) required.
2. Hospital Pharmacy experience preferred.
3. Computer knowledge preferred.

Shift:
Primary shift: 2:30p to 11p
Secondary shifts: 1p to 9:30p and 7a to 3:30p

Full Benefits
 

$125.000 - $180,000