Pharmacist - Home Care jobs in Salt Lake City, UT

Red Rock Pharmacy is a fast-growing Long-Term Care Pharmacy and we are looking for a Part-Time Pharmacist.

We are looking for a hard-working, organized, problem-solving pharmacist with great attention to detail. Experience in long-term care pharmacy is preferred, but not required so long as the applicant is willing to learn.

The Pharmacist must have an active state-issued Pharmacist License. 

A Pharmacist's primary responsibility is to ensure patients receive safe and appropriate medication. Pharmacists fill prescriptions based on the information and dosage provided by the doctor. Pharmacists must ensure that the dosage is correct for the patient and their condition. The responsible pharmacist shall retain all professional and personal responsibility for any assisted tasks performed by personnel under his or her responsibility. Pharmacists may also be responsible for managing technicians and other staff.

SPECIFIC PHARMACIST DUTIES:

• Expert use and safety of medications dispensed.

• Work alongside physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

• Supervise pharmacy technicians, interns, and ancillary help with filling, dispensing, labeling, and packaging of medication.

• Perform the final check on all medications.

• Manage inventory and profitability. (Invoicing purchasing, labor, etc.)

• Protect health information (HIPPA).

• Prevent fraud, waste, and abuse.

• Prepare sterile solutions according to USP 797.

• Prepare Enteral feeding and nutrition.

• Prepare computer-generated forms and reports.

• Maintain the legal aspects of pharmacy practice and regulations.

SPECIFIC PHARMACIST CONSULTANT DUTIES:

Perform Nursing home chart reviews by the 15th of each month. Report irregularities and recommend therapy changes to the medical director and the director of nursing, including:

• Drug interaction and safety

• Duplicate or inappropriate therapy

• Medication irregularities

• Excessive use or duration

• Adverse events

• Medication advocacy

• Educate facility staff

• Participate in drug therapy decisions

• Pharmaceutical care

• Monitor for compliance