Description
Are you looking to make a difference in a patient's life? At AmerisourceBergen, you will find an innovative and collaborative culture that is patient focused and dedicated to making a difference. As an organization, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures. Join us and Apply today!
What you will be doing
As of August 24, 2021, AmerisourceBergen requires all U.S. team members to be fully vaccinated and show proof of completed vaccine status at time of hire. If you cannot receive the COVID-19 vaccine due to a disability/medical reason or sincerely held religious belief you will be required to follow AmerisourceBergen's policy and process to apply for an exemption/accommodation.
This is a PRN Pharmacist position located at the Reading Hospital Ambulatory Pharmacy, 420 S. 5th Ave, West Reading, PA 19611. Hours of operation are M-F 7a-7p and 8a-4p weekends and holidays. A minimum of one shift per two week pay period is required.
AmerisourceBergen has managed and staffed the Reading Hospital Ambulatory Pharmacy inside of the 700 bed Reading Hospital since 2017.
We foster a culture where career development and training play a key role as our staff gain experience in many aspects of ambulatory and specialty pharmacy. We currently employ 11 pharmacists in both clinical and ambulatory settings with a support staff of technicians in various roles. We are excited to welcome new team members to continue to grow our team and kickstart new careers.
We started with 2 pharmacists and 4 technicians and have since expanded into a much larger operation with services such as:
* meds-to-beds
* employee prescriptions
* pharmacist navigators embedded in clinics
* Specialty Pharmacy
1. Responsible for the dispensing of medications; verifies prescribed medications according to professional standards, facility procedures, and state and federal legal requirements.
2. Consults with patients and prescribers regarding medications or supplies prescribed, including dosage, frequency, specialized requirements and possible drug interactions.
3. Works closely with patient to answer all questions and/or concerns regarding their prescriptions.
4. Reviews and evaluates patient's plan of care for obvious conflicts.
5. Supervises pharmacy technician workflow.
6. Maintains established procedures concerning quality assurance, security of controlled substances, and record keeping.
7. Makes recommendations to the manager regarding any changes to operating procedures to facilitate smooth customer service operations.
8. Responds to customer inquiries, requests and issues when situations get escalated to a higher level of authority other than a technician.
9. Provides consulting on pharmaceutical matters to various levels of personnel regarding pharmacy operations.
10. Performs related duties as assigned.
What your background should look like
Requires broad training in fields such as business administration, accountancy, sales, marketing, computer sciences or similar vocations generally obtained through completion of a four-year Bachelor's Degree program or equivalent combination of experience and education. requires a minimum of eight (8) years directly related and progressively responsible experience; a Degree in Pharmacy from an accredited College of Pharmacy. An unrestricted, current state license as a Registered Pharmacist in resident state is required.
1. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
2. Ability to work quickly and accurately under time and volume constraints
3. Strong leadership skills
4. Strong interpersonal skills
5. Ability to resolve customer issues quickly and creatively in order to improve customer satisfaction
6. Familiarity with pharmaceutical products, services and drug interactions
7. Strong organizational skills; attention to detail
8. Good analytical skills
9. Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
What AmerisourceBergen offers
We offer competitive total rewards compensation. Our commitment to our associates includes benefit programs that are comprehensive, diverse and designed to meet the various needs across our associate population.
Throughout our global footprint and various business units, we take a balanced approach to the benefits we offer. Many benefits are company-paid, while others are available through associate contributions. Specific benefit offerings may vary by location, position and/or business unit.
Schedule
Part time
Equal Employment Opportunity
AmerisourceBergen is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.
