Per Diem Staff Pharmacist in Lorain, OH

A per diem staff pharmacist position is available to support a specialty retail pharmacy focused on managing complex medication therapies for patients. This role involves providing expert consultation and personalized care to patients managing multiple chronic conditions, often taking 8-15 medications daily. Strong disease state management and communication skills are essential to effectively serve a diverse, low-income Medicare/Medicaid patient population with varying literacy levels.

Location: Lorain, OH (with specific shifts primarily in Columbus, OH)

Schedule/Hours:

• Tuesday, 2/3 — 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
• Thursday, 2/5 — 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
• Tuesday, 2/10 — 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
• Thursday, 2/12 — 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
• Friday, 2/13 — 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM

Responsibilities:

• Dispense medications and provide thorough patient consultations on complex pharmaceutical regimens.
• Manage and counsel patients with advanced chronic diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and multiple sclerosis.
• Utilize Pioneer Rx software for accurate prescription processing.
• Engage with patients compassionately, considering literacy barriers to ensure understanding of medication instructions.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to optimize medication therapy outcomes focused on quality patient care over volume.

Qualifications/Desired Experience:

• Strong background in retail and/or specialty pharmacy settings.
• Proficient knowledge of the top 200-400 drugs commonly used in retail pharmacy.
• Demonstrated experience in patient consultation and disease state management.
• Patience and exceptional communication skills to support complex, low-literacy patient populations.
• Previous specialty pharmacy experience is highly preferred.

This role offers an opportunity to deliver meaningful pharmacy services emphasizing personalized care for vulnerable populations. The position is per diem, ideal for someone seeking flexible engagement with a commitment to high-quality patient interactions.

Interested candidates with the appropriate experience and skills are encouraged to apply promptly to contribute to this patient-centered specialty pharmacy model.