Pharmacist

***NOW HIRING*** Over night 7 on 7 off Pharmacist in the Portland, ME area. Please review the following job description and APPLY NOW for immediate consideration. Reach out to Mike Richardson for more info 586-710-7969!

Overnight Pharmacist - 7 on, 7 off Schedule Or 11am-7pm

Provides pharmaceutical services to long term care and institutionalized patients in a manner that maximizes quality and patient safety. Participates in and oversees the dispensing of medication in accordance with federal and state regulations.

• Evaluates physician medication orders for appropriateness of drug, dosage, potential interactions, and route of administration. Makes recommendations for therapy changes to the physician and facility staff as appropriate.
• Maintains patient/resident database to include appropriate current and past medical history, appropriate clinical and laboratory data, and concurrent medication (including over-the-counter and home remedies).
• Ensures that appropriate laboratory tests for monitoring certain high risk conditions are ordered, evaluated and discussed with appropriate members of the healthcare team.
• Collaborates with the healthcare team to provide clinical and technical support as needed.
• Documents all communication with physicians, nurses, other members of the healthcare team and patients/residents and their family members in the medical record.
• Implements policies and procedures for the safe procurement, storage, distribution and use of drugs and biologicals, as well as disposal of drugs.

Schedule: 7 on 7 off

Hours: 8 pm - 7 am

Pay Rate: $60 per hour

Benefits available after 90 days

Education/Learning Experience

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy
• Desired: Pharm D preferred

Pharmacist Work Experience

• Desired: One year experience in long-term care preferred

Pharmacist Skills/Knowledge

• Required: Knowledge of pharmacy laws and federal and state regulations concerning long-term care and pharmaceutical care practices for long-term care residents. Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.

Licenses/Certifications

• Required: Current license in the state of practice

APPLY NOW for immediate consideration. Reach out to Mike Richardson for more info 586-710-7969!