The Relief Pharmacistposition coordinates the drug distribution and clinical pharmacy activities for support departments. The role is responsible for safe and efficient methods for coordination of established pharmacy policy concerning drug patient care (pet) and provides clinical drug information to meet the needs of the patient (pet), the veterinarian and all other appropriate support personnel.They will also support the company mission, vision, and values.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Reviews and interpretsvetsorders for appropriateness relevant to, to ensure that overdoses or under-doses have not been prescribed and that interactions, incompatibilities or toxic compounds will not resultfrom combination of medications
Dispenses prescriptions to pets in accordance with policy and in conformance with regulations and laws dealing with the class of prescription; counsels patients (pet owners) about their medications and maintainsan accurate, up to date profile
Maintains necessary controls with respect to audited controlled drugs and alcohol; prepares controlled drug request for delivery by technician
Participates in in-service education programs when requested
Verifies the work performed by support personnel, which includes pet drug data entry, cassette fillingand unit-dose drug distribution
Maintains up to date knowledge of the profession by participating in organization memberships; by attending meetings, lectures, in service and seminars; by reading journals; and by complying with National Standards of Continuing Education to maintain professional competency and proficiency
Participates in clinical programs instituted in the department such as drug-level monitoring, antibiotic monitoring and consults
Participatesin special studies as requested
Ensures that the quality of the professional services is maintained
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Pharmacy Technicians
Ancillary Personnel
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Doctor of Pharmacy Degree or BS Degree in Pharmacy
Must have 6 – 12 months of experience
Experience with veterinary products preferred
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
COMPETENCIES (SKILLS AND ABILITIES)
Ethical Conduct
Reading Comprehension – Ability to understand written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. Ability to comprehend basic principles, theories and laws, policies and procedures that pertain to pharmacy
Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Ability to pay attention to details
Mathematics - Using mathematics to solve problems
Technical- proficient on keyboard and operating a computer terminal. Ability to utilizing PPE and pharmacy equipment to preform duties
PHYSICIAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities toperform the essential functions
Normal office environmentwith extensive use of computer
Must be able to reach overhead, climb ladders or stairs, lift/carry or push/pull heavy objects (up to 50 lbs.). Must have the energy and physical stamina to move freely about, and be able to sit or stand for long periods of time (up to 2 hours)
Covetrusis an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
We offer the following benefits for you to take advantage of while you are here provided you meet the eligibility requirements under each governing program:
• 401k savings & company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Maternity leave
• Parental leave
• Military leave
• Other leaves of absence
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Health savings accounts
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life & disability benefits
• Identity theft protection
• Pet insurance
• Sales Positions are eligible for a Variable Incentive
• Certain positions may include eligibility for a short term incentive plan
Covetrus is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
