Pharmacist II

Job Description:
Pharmacist II
Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence.
The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state.

The state of Texas offers many benefits to employees. HHSC is a qualifying organization for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, which forgives the remaining balance on college student Direct Loans after making qualifying monthly payments. We also offer excellent health benefits, a lifetime monthly retirement annuityas well as (k) and Programs under the Employees Retirement System of Texas.
If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you

The staff pharmacist performs technical, clinical and consultative pharmacy services for San Angelo State Supported Living Center. These include DUR functions, dispensing functions, creating and maintaining records of services performed, participating in the drug inventory control system. The staff pharmacist reports directly to the Pharmacy Director and supervises pharmacy technicians in the absence of the Pharmacy Director. Essential Job Functions:
Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency
leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.
Interprets provider's orders, screening for possible interactions, polypharmacy and/or allergies (i.e., performs DUR). (
Dispenses correct medications to the individuals residing at the facility using clinical skills to promote patient safety.
Assists the Pharmacy Director in supervising the dispensing of drugs and directs activities involving pre-packaging, ordering, receiving, and properly storing drugs and supplies. Also, supervises the pharmacy technicians (in the absence of the Pharmacy Director) and ensures Pharmacy compliance with TSBP Laws and Regulations.
Collaborates with other healthcare professionals to answer drug information questions and performs interventions as needed.
Participates in the completion of weekly routines including checking weekly carts, cart update fill, refills, checking weekly narcotic orders and updates, and process furlough medications.
Maintains proper inventory management control.
Utilizes computer skills to efficiently complete job tasks
Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.
Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Knowledge of principles and techniques used in pharmacy

Knowledge of federal and state laws pertaining to the practice of pharmacy

Knowledge of psychiatric pharmacotherapy

Skills in the operation of applicable pharmacy computer software

Skills in reviewing and interpreting laboratory reports

Skills in written and oral communication

Skills in using a personal computer, email, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), and office equipment

Ability to prepare and maintain detailed records, files, and reports

Ability to type accurately based on work requirements

Ability to review medication orders for safety and accuracy

Ability to maintain effective working relationships

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