Pharmacist

Valley Healthcare provides comprehensive primary care, selected specialties and referral services for the Chattahoochee valley regardless of circumstances. We take pride in being patient-centered, team-based care, and we are not able to do so without you!

Education: A doctoral degree from an accredited program. A minimum of 1 year experience is preferred. Must be licensed to practice in Georgia. Must successfully pass a drug screening and a criminal background check.

Salary:

$105,816.00 Annually - Commensurate with experience

Hours of operation:

Monday-Friday

Weekend availability

Location:

Talbotton, GA

Columbus, GA

Summary: Responsible for filling and distributing prescriptions to patients. Advises patients on generics, selection, dosages, interactions, and side effects of medications.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Accept and dispense prescription medications
• Provide consultation on prescription and non-prescription medications for storage, dosage, side effects, and drug interactions
• Provide advices on selection of Over-The-Counter medications to treat common illnesses such as flu, cold sores, or headaches
• Educate patients on proper handling of medical devices such as blood pressure monitor and glucose meters
• Compound medications for external or internal use
• Prepare sterile solutions following proper procedures
• Monitor patient medication compliance and over-usage patterns
• Supervise pharmacy staff members including pharmacy technicians, pharmacy clerks, etc.
• Proper management of patient records and pharmacy files
• Maintain appropriate inventory on pharmaceutical and medical supplies
• Identify patient’s drug-related problems and effectively communicate with physicians and other healthcare practitioners
• Work in conjunction with physicians, nurses, other pharmacists, pharmacy interns, etc.
• Provide specialized educational programs and health promotions to help patients manage chronic health conditions such as hypertension and diabetes

Evaluation: The evaluation of work performance, including: specific duties, responsibilities, demeanor, and work ethic, will be ongoing and implemented by the Chief Executive Officer per center policies.

Minimum Qualifications: A doctoral degree from an accredited program. A minimum of 1 year experience is preferred. Must be licensed to practice in Georgia. Must successfully pass a drug screening and a criminal background check.

Compliance: Adhere to company policies and procedures and all Federal, State and Local medical service requirements. To include HIPAA Privacy & Security.

Confidentiality (HIPAA): Every employee is required to sign a Pledge of Confidentiality. Failure to comply with our Pledge of Confidentiality can or will lead to immediate termination of employment. Confidentiality applies to a patient’s Personal Health Information (PHI) and includes: written, oral and electronic communications. Each employee has an obligation to maintain confidentiality after their employment/association with this facility ends.

Security (HIPAA): Every employee is required to protect their computer log-on and password. You must secure your work area prior to leaving it unattended for an extended period of time. You are required to log-off of your computer and secure your work area prior to leaving at the end of the day. If you have a responsibility for closing or locking files, securing equipment, or locking the building and you do not comply with these requirements, you will be subject to reprimand and/or termination based upon the infraction. We are required by law to protect patient privacy, identifiable patient information, and all properties containing such information.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand for an extended period of time
• Ability to lift 10-15 pounds

THIS POSITION IS AT RISK FOR OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE TO BLOOD AND/OR BODILY FLUIDS