Retail Pharmacist

Job 180326 - Retail Pharmacist- (Full-Time, Mon-Fri)
Coquille, OR

Our Community Pharmacy, conveniently located in downtown Coquille, offers significant benefits. As a 340B pharmacy, it provides uninsured patients with prescriptions at substantially lower prices. The pharmacy also stocks a wide range of over-the-counter medications and durable medical equipment, ensuring access to affordable essentials.

Schedule: Full Time, Monday through Friday

Requirements

The role you'll contribute:

Coquille Valley Hospital is currently seeking a Retail Pharmacist for its 340B contract Community Pharmacy located in downtown Coquille. This position will play a crucial role in facilitating access to prescriptions for patients of Coquille Valley Hospital and Coquille Clinic. In addition to managing prescription medications, the Retail Pharmacist will be responsible for addressing customer inquiries regarding frequently used over-the-counter medications and durable medical supplies.

The value you'll bring to the team:

• Oversees the acquisition and disbursement of drugs and medications.
• Counsels' patients related to medication management.
• Prepares and/ or checks medications prior to distribution in the dispensing cabinets and storage areas for bulk items.
• Maintains inventory and records in accordance with all applicable Federal and State laws.
• Inspects pharmacy inventory to assure that drugs are maintained according to policy and procedures.
• Provides guidance and training to pharmacy techs and other staff during course of work and monitors performance.
• Follows policies, procedures, and utilizes continuous quality improvement strategies and techniques to assure optimal efficiency and effectiveness of pharmacy operations.
• Maintain proper records, inventory and security on all scheduled drugs (i.e., controlled substances-narcotics)
• Maintain a clean, neat work area, including work counters, shelves, floors and the customer counter to present a professional, sanitary, organized image to customers.
• Maintain all equipment (e.g., computers, printers, accuracy scanners and cash registers) to ensure it remains in working condition.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

The expertise and experience you'll need to succeed :

• MSPharm or PharmD from a program approved through the Council for Pharmacy Education
• Current pharmacist licensure in Oregon.
• 2 years’ experience in a retail pharmacy, 340B preferred.
• Experience performing prescription dispensing activities that demonstrate a strong working knowledge of applicable state and federal controlled substance laws.
• Highly organized
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proven track record of accomplishing goals and objectives
• Strong customer relations skills
• Ability to read/comprehend written instructions and communicate effectively with customers and other staff members.
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Long Term Disability

Coquille Valley Hospital provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Coquille Valley Hospital complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Coquille Valley Hospital expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Coquille Valley Hospital’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.