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International SOS Government Medical Services is hiring a Pharmacist

About the Role

International SOS Government Medical Services is hiring a Pharmacist to deliver safe and effective pharmaceutical care. You will manage medication procurement, dispensing, and monitoring while collaborating with healthcare providers to optimize patient outcomes in a dynamic healthcare environment.

What You'll Do

  • Provide a full range of pharmacy services at the assigned facility and ensure compliance with pharmacy policies and procedures.
  • Manage all pharmaceutical activities including purchase, inventory, control, and record keeping of all DEA controlled substances.
  • Secure and maintain a current facility DEA Registration Number and maintain necessary legal records on controlled substances.
  • Provide direct patient care within discipline Scope of Practice and perform functions in accordance with accepted practice, licensure, and credentials.
  • Respond to and/or coordinate response to medical emergencies.
  • Read individual prescriptions, determine drug name, strength, and dosage, and adjust instructions to correspond to stocked forms.
  • Type accurate labels and fill prescriptions, obtaining correct stock and counting medication.
  • Counsel patients on appropriate medication use, utilizing native language or translated handouts.
  • Screen prescriptions for availability and discuss therapeutic options with providers, suggesting formulary alternatives.
  • Answer routine inquiries from medical staff on drug availability, reactions, and interactions.
  • Package bulk drugs into specific quantities and operate tablet and capsule counting and labelling machines for repackaging.
  • Fill requisitions from other clinic areas, preparing compounds and solutions as needed.
  • Order supplies, track usage, research vendors for economical sources, and receive/check pharmaceutical supplies.
  • Inspect stock for re-ordering, pricing, rotation, and outdated drugs.
  • Maintain orderliness, cleanliness, and maintenance of pharmacy equipment.
  • Participate in monthly and annual inventory of pharmacy service.
  • Check medicine cabinets and clinic areas daily, refilling missing pharmacy items used overnight.
  • Inspect and log temperatures of all clinic areas where pharmaceuticals are stored.
  • Gather pharmacy statistical information for monthly reports.
  • Inventory controlled substances and inspect all clinic storage areas monthly.
  • Supervise work performed by Pharmacy Technicians.
  • Perform record keeping functions in accordance with program policies.
  • Maintain proficiency utilizing electronic health records.
  • Complete all required discipline-specific competencies and training.
  • Maintain patient confidentiality and confidentiality of medical records in compliance with Privacy Act and HIPAA.
  • Adhere to and maintain awareness of Policies, Procedures, Directives, Operational Memoranda, and accreditation standards.
  • Adhere to and participate in Safety, Prevention, Infection Control, Quality Improvement, Patient Education, and other programs.
  • Attend and participate in general/medical staff meetings.
  • Apply expert knowledge of pharmacology, pharmaceutics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacy management.
  • Maintain knowledge of pharmaceutical nomenclature, including generic, chemical, and trade names.
  • Apply knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation to ensure accurate copy.
  • Work in a multi-cultural and multi-lingual environment, utilizing interpreter services as needed.
  • Adapt to sudden changes in schedules and maintain flexibility.
  • Communicate proficiently in English (verbal and written) to develop rapport with patients and co-workers.
  • Establish and maintain positive working relationships in a multidisciplinary environment.
  • Navigate an electronic work environment including EHRs and web-based training.
  • Demonstrate moderate proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.
  • Have knowledge of HIPAA/Privacy Act regulations regarding confidentiality.
  • Demonstrate cultural sensitivity in all communications.
  • Complete required organizational compliance education, including client-specified requirements.

What We're Looking For

  • Current, full, active, and unrestricted pharmacy license in a U.S. State, territory, commonwealth, or the District of Columbia.
  • Able to obtain licensure in the state where services are performed if required.
  • Minimum of 3 years of post-licensure clinical experience in pharmacy.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certified through American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross.
  • Trained in Basic First Aid.
  • At least one year of general experience demonstrating ability to greet and deal tactfully with the public.
  • At least one year of general experience demonstrating capability to understand and apply written and verbal orders, rules, and regulations.
  • At least one year of general experience demonstrating good judgment, alertness, an even temperament, and satisfactory performance.
  • At least one year of general experience demonstrating ability to maintain poise and self-control during stressful situations.
  • B.S. in Pharmacy or Pharm D degree from a program accredited by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education.

Nice to Have

  • Experience in a detention/correctional or residential healthcare setting.

Technical Stack

  • Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint
  • Electronic Health Records (EHR) Systems

Team & Environment

You will supervise Pharmacy Technicians and collaborate within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Work Mode

This is a local-country position with assignments in various locations.

International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer.

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International SOS Government Medical Services

A global medical and security risk management organization providing healthcare solutions in 92 countries, specializing in medical services for government agencies, military operations, and international organizations.

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