Pharmacist in Baton Rouge, LA

Baton Rouge,LA Today

Apply Now
Category Pharmacy - Pharmacist
Job Type Contract To Hire

This role focuses on specialty Medication Therapy Management (MTM) in a dynamic pharmacy setting, providing an impactful opportunity for pharmacists licensed in Wyoming and additional states. The position operates primarily remotely with an 8.5-hour shift including a 30-minute lunch break, typically starting between 7:00 and 8:30 a.m. Central Time, adaptable to the pharmacist’s location.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and dispense medications accurately following physician orders and established protocols.
  • Interpret and transcribe prescriptions into computerized patient medication profiles.
  • Maintain complete, precise pharmacy patient records.
  • Dispense pharmaceuticals and controlled substances in compliance with legal requirements.
  • Monitor drug therapy for interactions, contraindications, allergies, and appropriateness.
  • Detect, document, and report adverse drug reactions promptly.
  • Provide clinical consultations, suggesting cost-effective therapeutic alternatives.
  • Document all clinical activities thoroughly.
  • Participate in quality improvement and medication review processes.
  • Supervise pharmacy support personnel and verify pharmacy technicians’ daily activities.
  • Organize and prioritize workflow to ensure timely pharmacy services.
  • Conduct medication storage inspections, replacing outdated drugs as needed.
  • Communicate professionally with patients and healthcare staff.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Current Wyoming pharmacist license is required.
  • Active pharmacist licenses in Indiana, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, and Wyoming are highly prioritized.
  • Additional licenses in California, Minnesota, Missouri, New Mexico, South Carolina, and/or Georgia are preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience in retail or hospital pharmacy settings.
  • Multiple state pharmacist licensure is strongly preferred.

Location: Remote with ties to Baton Rouge, LA, with flexibility based on candidate’s location.

This contract-to-hire opportunity suits pharmacists ready to leverage multi-state licensure and clinical expertise in a specialty MTM environment. Interested candidates with the requisite credentials and a commitment to quality pharmaceutical care are encouraged to apply now.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

  • Competitive Salary
  • Weekly Paycheck
  • Matching 401(k) Plan
  • Extensive Medical Coverage
  • Licensing Assistance
  • Custom Housing
  • Travel Assistance
  • Professional Development Reimbursement