Long Term Care Mail Order Pharmacist in Williamstown, NJ

Job Description

Job Description

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree, active Pharmacist license, and minimum 1+ years Pharmacist experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

This role offers an engaging opportunity for a licensed pharmacist to support medication management within a long-term care mail order environment. The position requires meticulous attention to patient safety, regulatory compliance, and collaborative healthcare delivery. Scheduled for days, Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, with possible weekend shifts, this 8-week contract is ideal for pharmacists with a strong background in long-term care pharmacy services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accepting and accurately dispensing prescription medications.
• Monitoring patient medication compliance and detecting potential overuse.
• Ensuring all medicinal supplies meet legal requirements.
• Verifying that prescribed medications are appropriate for each patient.
• Maintaining confidential and precise patient records and pharmacy files.
• Advising patients on medication usage, potential side effects, and responding to questions.
• Providing counseling on both prescription and non-prescription medication storage, dosage, side effects, and interactions.
• Delivering additional patient services, including smoking cessation support, blood pressure checks, and cholesterol management.
• Educating patients on the proper use of medical devices such as blood pressure monitors and glucose meters.
• Compounding medications and preparing sterile solutions following established protocols.
• Supervising pharmacy staff, including technicians and clerks.
• Maintaining adequate inventory levels of pharmaceutical and medical supplies.
• Collaborating effectively with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to address drug-related issues.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree required.
• Licensed to practice pharmacy in the state of New Jersey.
• Pharmacy experience required; long-term care experience highly desirable.
• Familiarity with New Jersey pharmacy regulations.

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• Possible weekend shifts

Contract Duration:

• 8 weeks

Pharmacists interested in applying for this contract role are encouraged to submit their applications promptly. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to patient-centered pharmacy services within a specialized long-term care mail order setting.

Compensation for this position ranges from $55.00 to $63.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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