LTC Staff Pharmacist - Rogers, Arkansas

A growing long-term care facility in Rogers, AR, seeks a dedicated Staff Pharmacist for a 13-week contract opportunity with potential to convert to a permanent role upon successful performance. This position offers engaging responsibilities in a collaborative healthcare environment supporting patient wellness through expert medication management and pharmacy services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Dispense prescription medications accurately while ensuring compliance with legal standards.
• Monitor patient medication use for adherence and potential overuse.
• Maintain thorough and confidential patient records.
• Provide medication counseling including dosage, side effects, and drug interactions.
• Deliver additional patient services such as smoking cessation guidance, blood pressure monitoring, and cholesterol management.
• Educate patients on the usage and care of medical devices like glucose meters and blood pressure monitors.
• Compound medications for internal and external use, and prepare sterile solutions following protocols.
• Supervise pharmacy technicians and clerks to ensure smooth pharmacy operations.
• Manage inventory of pharmaceutical and medical supplies.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to address drug-related issues effectively.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Valid Arkansas pharmacist license required.
• Experience in retail pharmacy is acceptable; training will be provided.
• Familiarity with PV1 and PV2 duties, including intravenous (IV) preparations, is a plus.
• Strong communication and organizational skills essential.

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Rotating weekends every three weeks

Location:

• Rogers, Arkansas (approximately 30 minutes north of Fayetteville)

This contract-to-hire role is an excellent opportunity to advance your pharmacy career in a supportive setting. Immediate start available.

Interested candidates should submit an updated resume, a copy of their Arkansas pharmacist license, and the right to represent form. Apply now to contribute your expertise to enhancing patient care in long-term care pharmacy services.