DescriptionSterling Pharmacy in Worthington, MN is part of Astrup Companies - an innovative, growing, family-owned and locally grown business. We have a rich, 70+ year history, with companies servicing every aspect of the pharmacy industry. As an employee of SterlingPharmacy, you can expect to be treated with care and respect.
- Looking for a Casual/Part-time Relief Pharmacist working as needed.
- Hours of operation are Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 7:00 pm & Saturday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.
- We offer a 401(k) program with a company match and a Profit Sharing bonus program.
To learn more about Astrup companies and our history, click this link: Qualifications:Required:
- Graduate of an accredited school/college of pharmacy.
- Licensed as a Pharmacist in the State in which you will be working (MN/IA)
Preferred:
- Detail oriented and very organized
- Able to handle a high stress environment
- Two or more years of pharmacy experience in a retail/community setting
Job Description: The Staff Pharmacist will provide pharmacy dispensing, consultation, and clinical services to Sterling Pharmacy patients and have direct communication with Pharmacy Manager and Store Manager.Core Competencies & Responsibilities:
- Build healthier lives through caring relationships with co-workers and customers
- Thorough knowledge pharmacy practice and law
- Understands the customers' needs are the #1 priority above anything else
- Assist in training of other staff pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and customer service associates
- Receive, process, fill, and check prescriptions accurately and in a timely manner
- Respond to all patient inquiries in a timely fashion
- Provide the best possible service to patients
- Adhere to policies and procedures related to pharmacy operations
- Abide by all statutes, rules and regulations related to pharmacy practice, both State and Federal
- Represent Sterling Pharmacy as a pharmacist to the general public and at professional events
- Collect appropriate information for billing of Medicaid and Medicare for DME and supplies and reconcile claims to ensure adequate payment
- Ensure that patients are counseled on all new prescriptions and on any refills where there has been a change in therapy or patient condition
- Address and resolve patient/employee complaints in the absence of pharmacy manager
- Be prepared and willing to perform pharmacy technician and customer service associate duties, as necessary.
- Stay current with the latest information on drug therapy and side effects
- Complete continuing education requirements of the Board of Pharmacy
- Maintain CPR certification
- Complete training/certification for administering immunizations and maintain competency
- Be aware of prescription drug pricing and reimbursement to achieve optimal gross profit margins
- Assist in managing drug inventory levels to achieve optimal return on investment
- Communicate with Pharmacy Manager on a regular basis
- Be aware of and support promotional activity within the pharmacy and Home Health Care category
- Respond to emails, voice messages and memos from corporate staff in a timely fashion (typically within one business day) if Pharmacy Manager is gone
- Participate in new programs and services for pharmacists to help patients achieve good therapeutic outcomes
- Be aware of continuous quality improvement and quality assurance programs in pharmacies
- Adapt quickly to company changes related to policy and workflow.
- Participate and engage with weekly/daily touchpoint meetings then follow through on what was discussed
- Help the PIC encourage and support employees engaging with customer on all marketing material given by corporate
- Participate in expectations with the Profit Incentive Program
- Complete other duties as assigned
Performance Requirements:
- Possess a thorough knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, and systems
- Comply to all Astrup Companies policy and procedures
- Create a culture of positivity and excitement within the workplace
- Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with other team members. Care. Respect their time, work and talents.
- Be able to multitask
- Be focused and disciplined
- Possess excellent organizational skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
- Be self-motivated and able to work well on an independent basis
- Display strong customer service skills
- Innovate - Think outside-the-box. Bring original ideas to the team/organization
- Embrace our Guiding Principles. Use them to guide decision making.
- Go Beyond!
Physical Requirements & Work Demands:
- The ability to work up to 40 hours per week
- The ability to maintain a flexible schedule including early morning, evening and weekend hours
- In a typical 8-hour day lifting or carrying items up to approximately 25 lbs.
- In a typical day standing approximately 8 hours
- In a typical 8-hour day spending 2 hours on the telephone
Working Environment:
- This position will be in a typical retail pharmacy setting at one or more locations and is of normal climate and temperature.