Pharmacist
“Follow Your Calling, Find Your Career”
Hiring Range: $118,470.00 - $155,491.88 / year
Application deadline: open until filled
This is an exempt (salary) position.
Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.
About Us
At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County Public Health become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a healthier world for all.
As a member of the Mecklenburg County Public Health team, you will become a subject matter expert in the public health field. The CDC foundation explains that “Public health is the science of protecting and improving the health of people and their communities. This work is achieved by promoting health lifestyles, researching disease and injury prevention, detecting, preventing, and responding to infectious disease”.
Come be a part of Mecklenburg County’s Public Health department’s vision to “assure the health and safety of our diverse and changing community today and for future generations.”
Position Summary
Dispense prescription medications to clients who are eligible for Mecklenburg County services and provide medication counseling as requested. This position participates in the provision of pharmaceutical care and maintains inventories of all stock ordered through the pharmacy.
Location: Clinic Location can vary depending on need Schedule: Monday-Friday 8am - pm, Wednesdays 10am - 7pm. Note: Weekend and after hours work may be required for unplanned contact investigations or public health events.
Essential Functions
-Review orders for drug therapy and monitor therapy for drug choice, dosage, drug interactions, adverse drug reactions, and formulary adherence
-Prepare and dispense medication for patients eligible for and receiving services from Mecklenburg County
-Counsel patients on medication information and interactions
-Serve as a drug information resource to nurses, physicians, and other healthcare workers
-Maintain inventory of medications and order replacements and ensure adequate stock for clinic operations
-Assist with collection of statistical data for the Department
-Assist with the implementation of identified pharmacy initiatives as applicable to the department and additional clinical requests as needed
-Assure compliance with 340b regulations and 340b application/renewal processes
-Participate in public health emergency response activities as needed
Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
-Minimum of one year of experience
Education:
-Graduation from an accredited school of pharmacy
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: N/A
Licenses and Certifications
-Licensed in the state of North Carolina as a Pharmacist or eligible for reciprocity
-May require a valid North Carolina or South Carolina driver's license
Preferred Qualifications
-Immunization certification preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of
-Pharmacotherapy
-340b and NC Board of Pharmacy regulations
-Guidelines for care according to the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Division of Public Health Agreement Addenda
Skills
-Using a computer and applicable software applications
-Assessing needs and determining the appropriate medication
-Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
Abilities
-Building Trust: Interacting with others in a way that instills confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization
-Customer Service: Ensuring that the customer perspective is a driving force behind business decisions and activities; crafting and implementing service practices that meet customers' and organization's needs
-Collaboration: Working effectively and cooperatively with others; establishing and maintaining good working relationships
-Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
-Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences
-Patient Relations: Meeting patient and patient family needs; taking responsibility for a patient’s safety, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes; using appropriate interpersonal techniques to resolve difficult patient situations and regain patient confidence
-Planning and Organizing: Establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently
Computer Skills
Proficiency using pharmacy software and Electronic Medical Record (EMR)
Compensation and Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, Mecklenburg County offers a generous benefits package which greatly increases your total compensation. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, short term disability, long term disability, accident, cancer, critical illness, medical bridge, and pet insurance; dependent care, healthcare, and commuter flexible spending accounts; health savings account; paid holiday, vacation, and sick days; near-site clinics for preventive care and illnesses; an employee discount program which provides discounts for retail, dining, shopping, travel, tickets and more; an employee assistance program including financial and legal counseling; access to Mecklenburg County fitness and aquatic facilities; paid family leave; tuition reimbursement; a 5% employer match on retirement savings plan contributions and a defined benefit plan for retirement.
Work Environment
Works in an office setting with moderate noise
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Disclaimer Statement
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.
