Pharmacist
PharMerica
Summary
PharMerica is hiring a PRN Pharmacist in Lihue, HI. Join our closed-door pharmacy team where you'll work in a non-retail environment, dedicated to meeting the pharmaceutical needs of long-term care and senior living clients.
Job description
Schedule
As needed to cover PTO, after hours and on-call.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate physician medication orders for drug appropriateness, correct dosage, potential drug interactions, and proper route of administration.
- Provide clinical recommendations to physicians and healthcare staff regarding medication therapy changes and optimizations.
- Maintain up-to-date patient/resident profiles, including medical history, lab results, and current medications (prescription, OTC, and home remedies).
- Ensure laboratory tests required for monitoring high-risk medications are appropriately ordered, reviewed, and communicated to the healthcare team.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide clinical and technical support.
- Document all communications and clinical interventions in the patient's medical record, including interactions with families and caregivers.
- Implement and enforce policies and procedures for the safe handling, dispensing, and clinical oversight/management of medications.
- Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulatory requirements related to pharmacy practice and medication management.
- Report medication-related errors and adverse drug events to the Pharmacy Manager as required.
- Educate and support clinical team and healthcare agency staff on safe and effective medication handling procedures.
- Perform other pharmacy-related tasks and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy, Pharm D preferred
- One year experience in long term care desired
- License/Certification(s): current and valid pharmacist license in the state of practice
- Knowledge of drug therapy guidelines, medication safety practices, and regulatory standards (CMS, DEA, FDA).
- Proficiency in electronic medical records and pharmacy information systems
- Strong clinical judgement, and effective written and verbal communication
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy, Pharm D preferred
- One year experience in long term care desired
- Current and valid pharmacist license in the state of practice
- Knowledge of drug therapy guidelines, medication safety practices, and regulatory standards (CMS, DEA, FDA)
- Proficiency in electronic medical records and pharmacy information systems
- Strong clinical judgement, and effective written and verbal communication
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Tuition Discounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off
- Shift Differential
- DailyPay
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Wellness Programs
- Discount Programs
- Referral Bonuses
Company overview
PharMerica is a leading national provider of institutional pharmacy services, specializing in comprehensive pharmacy management for long-term care settings. Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, the company operates over 180 long-term care pharmacies across nearly every state in the U.S., serving more than 3,100 facilities including skilled nursing facilities, senior living communities, behavioral health settings, and post-acute care facilities. With approximately 6,000 dedicated employees and over 30 years of industry experience, PharMerica delivers medication management services, cost containment solutions, compliance support, and clinical programs designed to improve patient outcomes while controlling healthcare costs. The company provides 24/7 medication availability, on-site IV services, consultant pharmacist reviews, and advanced technology platforms for medication ordering and management. As part of BrightSpring Health Services, PharMerica combines national scale with local expertise to offer personalized pharmacy solutions that go beyond traditional medication dispensing, focusing on helping people live their best lives through superior pharmacy care and support services.