At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide patient care by optimizing medication use and drug distribution services.
- Company: Join UNC Health, a leading healthcare provider in North Carolina.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible hours, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: No prior experience needed; perfect for recent graduates!
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while working in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: PharmD or BS Pharmacy Degree with active licensure required.
The predicted salary is between 74.01 - 74.01 $ per hour.
Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.
Provides care of patients by optimizing medication use and drug distribution services.
Responsibilities:
- Receives prescriptions, interprets prescriptions, and reviews the patient's medication profile/history.
- Clarifies incomplete, inaccurate, or contraindicated prescriptions with the prescriber, nurse, or other health professional, as appropriate.
- Identifies and intervenes on problems related to the medication needs of the patient.
- Utilizes and analyzes patient data to provide optimal drug therapy recommendations.
- Assesses the patient's medication therapy regimen and makes appropriate clinical interventions with the provider.
- Performs protocol-driven clinical services such as IV to oral dosing, stewardship activities, etc.
- Compounds and oversees the preparation and dispensing of medications including sterile products using standard formulas, processes and procedures as required.
- Complies with the medication formulary, and therapeutic substitution and other programs designed to optimize drug therapy while minimizing cost as required.
- Completes required documentation such as notations in the medical record, controlled substances documentation, cash register reconciliation, competency, etc. as required.
- Counsels patients and appropriate family members regarding pharmaceutical care issues as requested or required.
- Directs workflow of the shift and supervises pharmacy technicians, students, and/or volunteers present during that shift.
- Adheres to federal, state, local and institutional policies, procedures, standards and regulations.
- Identifies and participates in process improvement opportunities.
- Precepts students, residents and participates in training new pharmacy staff as required.
Other Information:
- Education Requirements: PharmD or BS Pharmacy Degree
- Licensure/Certification Requirements: Active pharmacist licensure with the NC Board of Pharmacy or obtainable before initiation of employment. Recent graduates of ACPE-accredited colleges/schools of pharmacy may fill this role while pending initial pharmacist licensure, but are subject to limitations mandated by the NC Board of Pharmacy and must obtain licensure within 6 months of orientation or sooner if required for operations.
- Professional Experience Requirements: No prior experience required.
Pharmacist in Raleigh employer: UNC Health
UNC Health is an exceptional employer that prioritizes the well-being and professional growth of its staff, offering a collaborative work culture where Nurse Practitioners can thrive. Located in a vibrant community, employees benefit from flexible part-time opportunities, comprehensive support from a multidisciplinary team, and access to ongoing training and development programs, making it an ideal place for those passionate about pediatric care.
