Staff Pharmacist

Job Summary :

We are seeking an experienced Staff Pharmacist to join our team at Downtown Pharmacy ! As a Staff Pharmacist, you will be receiving incoming prescriptions, reviewing them for accuracy, and filling them with the correct medicine and dose. You will also be talking with customers to help them understand their medications and possible side effects, advising them on medication storage, and maintaining a safe, clean work environment. The ideal Pharmacist candidate is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and is familiar with pharmaceutical best practices.

Responsibilities

• Read, review and dispense incoming prescriptions for accuracy, suitability to patient, and potential interactions
• Provide information to patients on side effects, dosage, specific storage needs, and interactions with other medications
• Maintain excellent patient records and pharmacy files
• Conduct regular inventory and maintain proper standards for accepting new inventory and categorizing it appropriately
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment
• Accurately dispense prescription medications.
• Review prescriptions for legality and clinical appropriateness.
• Check for drug interactions, contraindications, and allergies.
• Counsel patients on medication usage and side effects.
• Promote medication adherence.
• Administer immunizations (e.g., flu, COVID-19, shingles).
• Comply with NY State and federal pharmacy laws.
• Maintain accurate patient and prescription records.
• Manage controlled substances per DEA and NYS guidelines.
• Oversee pharmacy technicians and interns.
• Perform medication therapy management (MTM).
• Handle insurance claims and resolve coverage issues.
• Monitor for prescription fraud and drug misuse.
• Participate in public health initiatives (e.g., health screenings).
• Stay updated on new drugs, therapies, and regulations

Qualifications

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Pay Rate

Location : Lower Manhattan

Compensation : $55.00 - $70.00 per hour

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

At Azend Pharma , we bring together a team of experienced pharmacy consultants with over 50 years of independent pharmacy experience. We combine industry knowledge, innovation, and a personalized approach to deliver results that exceed expectations. We specialize in empowering pharmacies to reach new heights of success through comprehensive pharmacy management consulting services. Our mission is to pioneer a future where every patient receives exceptional care. Through the relentless pursuit of operational excellence, the integration of cutting-edge innovations, and a steadfast commitment to continuous advancement, we aspire to redefine the standard of healthcare excellence worldwide.