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Pharmacist

PharMerica, Indianapolis, IN, United States


Overview
PharMerica is a non‑retail pharmacy that focuses on providing exceptional customer service and meeting the pharmacy needs for hospitals, rehabilitation facilities, long‑term acute care centers, and other specialized care centers nationwide.

Relocation Assistance
Relocation assistance is available. Must have an Indiana pharmacy license.

Schedule
Monday‑Friday 7:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. with every 3rd weekend.

Benefits

Health, dental, & vision

Company‑paid STD & LTD

Paid Time Off

Flexible schedules

Tuition reimbursement

401(k)

Employee discount program

Daily pay

Responsibilities

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 current and past medical history, 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.

Obtains and maintains all required documentation in accordance with federal and state regulatory agencies and policy.

Informs the Pharmacy Manager of medication‑related errors.

Assists facility/agency staff with procedures relating to safe and effective methods of procuring, maintaining, administering and disposing of drugs.

Performs other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy; Pharm D preferred.

One year experience in long‑term care.

Licenses/Certifications as required by government regulations and business needs.

Detail oriented, goal oriented, team player, and strong oral communication skills.

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