Veterans Preferred - Pharmacist, Relief

Company: AmerisourceBergen
Location: Amarillo
Posted on: April 8, 2021

Job Description:

Military Veterans are Encouraged to Apply. POSITION SUMMARY: Under general direction of the Pharmacy Manager, interprets veterinarian ' prescriptions and dispenses medications within regulatory guidelines. Consults with customers regarding use of medications and potential drug interactions; counsels customers and handles complex problem resolution. This position is categorized as compliance critical and, as such, requires and is assigned specific responsibility for ensuring continual and proper compliance with all division, corporate and regulatory requirements. Please note, this position can be categorized as Exempt or Non-Exempt. Pharmacist who meet the learned professional exemption and are paid on a salary or fee basis are designated Exempt. Pharmacist who are paid hourly are designated Non-Exempt. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: --- Obtain valid prescription information from licensed veterinarian or designated agent prior to dispensing. --- Initiate and receive calls and faxes for medication orders. --- Demonstrate knowledge of and take action in clarification of medication orders. --- Dispense medications according to prescription from the licensed veterinarian. --- Prepare medication for use by end-user according to current standards of practice in the profession of veterinary pharmacy. --- Ensure that medications are labeled appropriately and that products are delivered to end-users in a timely, safe and efficient manner. --- Answer questions, as appropriate, from other healthcare providers and end-users regarding medication and approved usage. --- Maintain records of all drugs dispensed and of any and all prescriptions filled. --- Prepare all reports as required (i.e. daily dispensing log, monthly usage reports). --- Ensure that drug products, in the pharmacy, are stored in appropriate conditions. --- Maintain a high standard of customer service. --- Provide back-up service for other pharmacies as needed. --- Performs related duties as assigned.Qualifications: EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires broad training in fields such as business administration, accountancy, sales, marketing, computer sciences or similar vocations generally obtained through completion of a four year Bachelor's Degree program or equivalent combination of experience and education. Normally requires a minimum of eight (8) years directly related and progressively responsible experience; a Degree in Pharmacy from an accredited College of Pharmacy. Unrestricted, current state license as a Registered Pharmacist in resident state is required. MINIMUM SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS: ---Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing ---Ability to work quickly and accurately under time and volume constraints ---Strong leadership skills ---Strong interpersonal skills ---Ability to resolve customer issues quickly and creatively in order to improve customer satisfaction ---Familiarity with pharmaceutical products, services and drug interactions ---Strong organizational skills; attention to detail ---Good analytical skills ---Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and OutlookWe offer competitive total rewards compensation. Our commitment to our associates includes benefit programs that are comprehensive, diverse and designed to meet the various needs across our associate population. --- Healthcare for associates and eligible dependents, same-sex and domestic partners--- Paid time off, including vacations and holidays--- Paid volunteer time off--- Life insurance and disability protection--- Pet insurance--- Employee Stock Purchase Program--- Retirement benefits and more... Throughout our global footprint and various business units, we take a balanced approach to the benefits we offer. Many benefits are company-paid, while others are available through associate contributions. Specific benefit offerings may vary by location, position and/or business unit.

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