Pharmacist - Planned Parenthood of Northeast Ohio

Job Details
Level
Experienced
Job Location
Akron Administration - Akron, OH
Position Type
Part Time
Education Level
4 Year Degree
 
Salary Range
$57.55 - $95.87 Hourly
Job Shift
Any
Job Category
Health Care
Description
As a socially responsible health care employer and provider, we require our associates to show proof of annual influenza and COVID-19 vaccinations unless approved exemption is provided. An approved exemption from COVID-19 vaccination will require weekly testing for the Associate. Additional information will be provided by HR upon hire.
Summary:
The Pharmacist, PRN, is responsible for all operations and management of the pharmacy, when on duty. In addition, they will ensure compliance with all PPRx policies and procedures in accordance with accepted standards of good pharmacy practice according to the Ohio Board of Pharmacy and all federal requirements.
The Pharmacist, PRN, will assist customers by interpreting symptoms and providing immediate treatment within the scope of the pharmacist's license or by successfully referring customers to a suitable care provider. Additionally, the pharmacist will prepare pharmaceuticals by reviewing and interpreting the prescribi9ng care provider's directives and detecting any therapeutics incompatibilities.
To be successful in this role, the Pharmacist, PRN, must be customer-focused and remain up to date with the latest advances in pharmaceutical care.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Customer Service
Deliver competency in care for patients of all age groups and developmental stages,
Maintain current knowledge and understanding of pharmacy policies, programs, laws and issues, industry policies/programs, and coordinate integration of Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio.
Accurately dispense medicationsas per physician's prescriptions and verifying their legality
Advise patientson how to use medications and inform them about potential side effects.
Answer patient questions about medications both prescribed and over the counter
Assist the patient and Pharmacy Technicians in tasks related to securing Prior Authorization from third party payers responsible for covering the costs of care for the patient.
Communicate patient responsibility for payment in a clear and understandable manner for the patient
Coordinates use of PPGOH interpretive services if/as needed to ensure effective patient communication as needed
Support clinical programs as appropriate to serve the patients and local community.
Collaborate with other healthcare professionalsto ensure optimal patient care, including interacting with Nurse Practitioners and Physicians at PPGOH family practices and surgical centers.
Provide additional services that may be offered by the pharmacy, provided those are within the scope of one's license and skill such as smoking cessation, blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar testing, other health screenings.
Offers advice, education, and over-the-counter medications for a range of minor illnesses such as coughs and colds.
Staff Support
Manage pharmacy operationsand oversee staff during assigned shifts.
Supervise the activities of the support staff in addition to communicating,
Follow reporting and approval procedures; accept and delegate authority to assistants and direct the work of Pharmacy Technicians.
Keep Pharmacy Technicians informed of matters affecting their work and interest; communicate and explain policies and procedures, objectives, operations, services, organization, budget and seek comments and suggestions from employees.
Appropriately recognize organizational lines within the department; keep support employees informed of matters affecting their work and interest;