Pharmacist Job Description template and pdf with duties [2023]

Job summary 1

As a Pharmacist you will help create an optimal environment to facilitate non-dispensing activities (i.e. immunizations, Medication Therapy Management (MTM), specialty medications care management, population health initiatives, etc.). You will also assist in the overall administrative duties of operating a retail pharmacy, including pricing, compiling statistics, updating and researching new medications for the formulary, and writing administrative policies and procedures. Work directly with patients, pharmacists, physicians, and other health care practitioners.

Duties & Responsibilities 1

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Requirements & Skills 1

Must have knowledge of local, state, and federal regulatory requirements.
- Must have valid, open and active CA license.
- Education: Pharm. D
- Years of Experience: 2

Job summary 2

The Pharmacist is responsible for the accountability of prescription medications to patients and maintenance of accurate records; provides expertise in the safe use of prescription medications.

Duties & Responsibilities 2

Fills prescriptions, verifies instructions from physicians on the proper amounts of medication to give to patients;
Checks for negative interactions with current medications patient takes or any medical conditions the patient has;
Instructs patients on how and when to take a prescribed medicine and informs them about potential side effects they may experience from taking the medicine;
Advises patients about general health topics, such as diet, exercise, managing stress, and on other issues, such as what equipment or supplies would be best to treat a health problem;
Teaches other healthcare practitioners about proper medication therapies for patients;
Completes insurance forms and work with insurance companies to ensure that patients get the medicines they need;
- May oversee the work of pharmacy technicians and/or pharmacists in training (interns)
- Keeps required federal, state, local or corporate records, and does other administrative tasks necessary for the professional practice of pharmacy in a clinic; and,
- Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Skills 2

Doctorate degree in pharmacy from an accredited college or university
- Prefer previous experience
- No history of alcohol or drug misuse for a period of three years before employment
- Must have a current Pharmacist License

Job summary 3

The Clinical Pharmacist is a licensed professional who is responsible for providing safe and appropriate pharmacy services to patients. The Clinical Pharmacist services patient, monitors patient progress toward goals and educates patients, caregivers, staff and other professionals regarding appropriate medication use.

Duties & Responsibilities 3

Designs, recommends, monitors and evaluates patient-specific pharmacy care plans for the pharmacotherapy of home care patients. When appropriate, makes suitable recommendations for modifications in the prescribed medication therapy or monitoring parameters for a home care patient. Collects and organizes patient-specific information needed to prevent, detect, and resolve medication-related problems and to make appropriate medication therapy recommendations. Appropriate monitoring parameters are identified for each patient.
Modifies the pharmacy care plans for home care patients based on evaluation of monitoring data and other pertinent patient-specific information. Competent in use of pharmacokinetic principles and formulas. Competent in assessing patient laboratory values.
Uses effective patient education techniques to provide counseling to home care patients and/or their caregivers.
Ensures continuity of pharmaceutical care to and from the home and other patient-care settings. Uses a systematic procedure to communicate pertinent patient information to and from the home and other patient-care settings. Prepares medications so they are appropriately concentrated, without incompatibilities, stable, and appropriately stored. Adheres to appropriate safety and quality assurance practices. Prepares labels that conform to the organization's policies and procedures. Medication contains all necessary and/or appropriate ancillary labels. Inspects the final medication before dispensing. Assures presence of authorization to dispense. Complies with state/federal laws and USP standards, including Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) controlled substance regulations set forth by the state and DEA. Complies with policies regarding the perpetual inventory systems for schedule II narcotics, controlled substances and other medications subject to diversion.
- Manages the use, maintenance, and troubleshooting of medication administration equipment and medication-related equipment used in the management of home care patients. Participates in the process for assessing, managing, and reporting medication-related incidents and equipment error and/or failures.
- Provides concise, applicable, and timely response to requests for drug information from health care providers and home care patients. Formulates responses to drug information requests based on analysis of the literature. Attends educational seminars or participates in other CEU opportunities in order to promote professional competency and complies with state mandated CEU requirements.
- Maintains confidentiality of patient and proprietary information.

Requirements & Skills 3

Graduate of an accredited School of Pharmacy.
Current, active Pharmacy license as granted by the State Board of Pharmacy
Experience providing customer service to internal and external customers, including meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
- Basic level skill in Microsoft Word (for example: opening a document, cutting, pasting and aligning text, selecting font type and size, changing margins and column width, sorting, inserting bullets, pictures and dates, using find and replace, undo, spell check, track changes, review pane and/or print functions).
- Basic level skill in Microsoft Excel (for example: opening a workbook, inserting a row, selecting font style and size, formatting cells as currency, using copy, paste and save functions, aligning text, selecting cells, renaming a worksheet, inserting a column, selecting a chart style, inserting a worksheet, setting margins, selecting page orientation, using spell check and/or printing worksheets).
- Basic skill level in Microsoft PowerPoint (for example: inserting, rearranging, hiding and deleting slides, navigating between slides, increasing list level, adding, centering and editing text, changing views, inserting a table or a note, moving objects, printing outline view and/or running a slide show).

Job summary 4

We are currently recruiting for a Pharmacist. Our Pharmacists provide pharmaceutical care services to the patients including, but not limited to oversight, monitoring, preparation, dispensing and proper documentation of patient medication therapy as well as providing drug information, patient information and oversight of information and dispensing systems. The successful candidate will work with the team to ensure compliance with Federal, State and local laws and regulations as well as proper storage and documentation of pharmaceuticals.

Duties & Responsibilities 4

Requirements & Skills 4

B.S Pharm required; Pharm.D. Preferred
3+ years related pharmacy experience preferred
Must be a licensed Pharmacist
Ability to hear, write, and speak clearly in order to communicate with customers and health care professionals
Strong customer service skills
- Must be able to multi-task
- Manual dexterity required for occasional reach, lifting and holding of small objects
- Computer savvy. Keen to learn and perform successful operation of multiple pharmacy information systems

Job summary 5

The Pharmacist ensures that our customers’ needs are met and exceeded delivering remarkable customer service and providing customers with exceptional product knowledge, efficient service and a friendly attitude. The Pharmacist works under the direction of the Pharmacy Manager to assist in pharmacy operations by providing comprehensive pharmaceutical care through filling prescriptions, providing clinical services, and counseling patients. In addition, Pharmacists are responsible for maintaining standards in the absence of the Pharmacy Manager and may be required to assume the essential responsibilities and duties.

Duties & Responsibilities 5

Requirements & Skills 5

Job summary 6

The Pharmacist will accurately fill prescriptions for our customers. This position will consult and advise the customers on their medications, both prescription and non-prescription, in a manner that will provide for their total well-being. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with all federal and state pharmacy laws and regulations.

Duties & Responsibilities 6

Requirements & Skills 6

Pharmacist degree.
Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently.
- Ability to understand and follow English instructions.
- Authorization to work in the United States or the ability to obtain the same.
- Successful completion of pre-employment drug testing and background check.

Job summary 7

As a Pharmacist you will be responsible for preparing and dispensing appropriate pharmaceuticals to patients. The job entails a high level of responsibility and knowledge. The goal is to ensure effective medication use and become the people’s trusted ally against health issues. That way you can deliver maximum value to both the pharmacy and society.

Duties & Responsibilities 7

Requirements & Skills 7

Proven experience as a pharmacist + 3 years
Supervisor experience + 2 years
Strong leadership skills
Thorough understanding of dosage administration and measurement, chemical compounds, medical brands etc.
Knowledge of pharmacy law and medical terminology
Ability to make decisions in a fast paced, high stress environment
- Outstanding knowledge of MS Office and Pharmacy information systems
- Integrity and compassion
- Degree in Pharmacy/Pharmacology with a valid license

Job summary 8

Pharmacists have greater administrative and supervisory functions. They oversee the filling, labeling and dispensing of all drug orders. This leaves more time for management and other responsibilities, as these officers also serve in teaching, consulting and research capacities.

Duties & Responsibilities 8

Plan, organize, staff and direct pharmacy departments according to established policies and procedures
- Communicate drug information to patients, physicians, nurses and supportive personnel
- Provide in-service training for medical, nursing and pharmacy staffs
- Establish a research unit within the pharmacy department

Requirements & Skills 8

Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy recognized by the American Council of Pharmaceutical Education or achieved foreign pharmacy graduate equivalency certification
Within 12 months of commissioning, a new graduate must obtain license by a Board of Pharmacy to practice pharmacy in a state or territory of the U.S.
Normal color vision

Job summary 9

Provides drug information and assists physicians in providing appropriate drug therapy for pediatric, adult, geriatric patients. Compounds, prepares, mixes, manufactures and dispenses medicines and preparations. Oversees medications prepared by Pharmacy Technicians.

Duties & Responsibilities 9

Provides expert information to physicians, patients, nurses, and others about drugs and other pharmaceuticals with respect to such factors as the appropriateness of drugs in relation to the patient's condition and drug history; the choice of drugs including dosage form, quantity, methods of administration, and alternative therapy for drugs having undesirable side effects; the pharmacological characteristics of drugs including their effects on the human system and the condition being treated and their chemical interaction with other substances in the patient's system; and their physical characteristics such as compatibility with other drugs, forms in which they are or can be manufactured, and expected shelf life.
Conducts or participates in the orientation and training of pharmacy students, pharmacy technician trainees, and other professional or technical staff in pharmaceutical principles, practices, operations, and standards.
Screens prescriptions and medication orders for completeness, proper authorization, dosage and quantity, therapeutic compatibility, drug interactions and allergies, and clarifies possible problems with appropriate medical staff.
Selects, compounds, and dispenses drugs and other pharmaceutical products ordered by physicians, dentists, and other licensed medical practitioners, including the calculation and preparation of solutions for oral, external, intramuscular, and intravenous administration.
- Supervises or performs the preparation of drug labels and the affixing of labels to the proper containers; ensures the inclusion of appropriate directions for the timing, methods, and precautions to be observed in taking the medication; personally instructs patients in the use of medications when indicated.
- Takes drug histories and participates as drug consultant with the medical staff in the selection of drug therapy for individual patients, including choice of medications, dosage, strength, frequency and method of administration when appropriate.
- Other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements & Skills 9

Bachelor of Science/Pharmacy Degree. Completion of internship.
Licensure as a registered pharmacist by the State Board of Pharmacy.
Membership in the ASHP and other professional memberships preferred.

Job summary 10

Responsible for reviewing prescribed medications performing clinical and drug utilization reviews and clinical/economic evaluation of therapies and writing criteria sets for medications that have a prior authorization attached to them.

Duties & Responsibilities 10

Perform total patient medication assessment as requested for new enrollees identifying interventions to address polypharmacy, drug-drug, drug-disease interactions, high risk medication use and non-adherence
Discuss medications with members/participants telephonically or in person
Identify opportunities for cost saving interventions utilizing high cost medication and medical cost lists
Review and provide clinical decisions for provider submitted prior authorizations for medically administered medications as well as pharmacy related appeals and grievances
Develop prior authorization criteria for new to market medications
- Review and update existing prior authorization criteria
- Present clinical and economic data to Pharmacy and Therapeutics committee
- Participate in managing issues with medical and specialty drugs

Requirements & Skills 10

Education: PharmD required
- License: Current license to practice as pharmacist without restriction
- Certification: CGP Preferred
- Experience: 5 years with at least one year in a managed care environment; 1-2 years Professional experience practicing as a Pharmacist