LTC Staff Pharmacist

"It's More Than Just Filling Prescriptions, It's A Fulfilling Career"

Kindred Pharmacy Services (KPS) is a premier provider of pharmaceutical and resident care products to the senior care industry.

We are committed to providing customer-defined service, efficiency, cost-effective management and clinical excellence while maintaining the highest standards of quality care, ethics, integrity and compliance.


KPS ? Boca Raton is currently looking for a Staff Pharmacist to work the 3PM to 11PM shift. Successful candidate will provide 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 and KPS policy.


Position offers competitive compensation and benefits as well as a great working environment.

Responsibilities include:


Evaluates physician medication orders for appropriateness of drug, dosage, potential interactions, route of administration and stability. 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).


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.


Obtains, as necessary, and maintains all required documentation in accordance with federal and state regulatory agencies and KPS policy.


Implements policies and procedures for the safe procurement, storage, distribution and use of drugs and biologicals, as well as disposal of drugs.


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

Qualifications:

Education / Licenses


Bachelor?s degree from an accredited School of Pharmacy or Pharmacy Doctorate.


Current licensure in the state of practice.

Experience


One year experience in acute, long-term care or home health preferred.


IV clinical experience preferred.

Please email resume to: