Dispensing Pharmacist - Long Term Care - Full Time at CVS Health

Urbandale, Iowa, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, Pharmacy, Long Term CareIndustries

Requirements

  • Licensed pharmacist (implied by role and responsibilities)
  • Phenomenal work ethic and ability to provide outstanding service efficiently and safely
  • Excellent customer service skills and ability to prioritize workflow
  • Ability to lead and foster a culture of continuous improvement, quality, and service
  • Thorough understanding of Omnicare Long Term Care Pharmacy/Home Infusion Pharmacy Policy and Procedure Manual and internal pharmacy policies and procedures
  • Thorough knowledge of medication occurrence reporting process, drug recall surveillance and reporting
  • Availability for evening, weekend, and holiday coverage during scheduled on-call rotation and as required by management

Responsibilities

  • Execute day-to-day operations in the pharmacy pertaining to workflow, production quotas, and deadlines
  • Ensure pharmacy compliance with all local, state, and federal rules and regulations regarding the practice of pharmacy
  • Assist in ensuring compliance with all DEA policies and procedures (Omnicare or regulatory agency, whichever stricter)
  • Ensure compliance with all third-party payor contract rules and regulations
  • Maintain compliance with Omnicare SOPs, current controlled substance laws, SOX regulation, USP 797/795 for sterile/non-sterile compounding, and Omnicare purchasing and formulary initiatives
  • Supervise pharmacy production staff to ensure proper and timely order entry, workflow, security of the pharmacy area, and adherence to delivery schedules
  • Check for completeness and accuracy of all new and refill labels and orders
  • Check for content and accuracy of all drug packaging and labeling
  • Check for appropriateness of therapy through prospective drug utilization review (assessment for appropriateness of therapy, high risk medications, allergies, adverse indications or interactions, and other potentially adverse outcomes)
  • Remain informed of medication storage, stability, and administration requirements
  • Preparation and/or supervision of all sterile IV drug products or solutions and maintain all applicable required IV documentation and clinical monitoring and supervision of IV department colleagues
  • Assist in proper ordering, counting, handling, receiving, documentation, and storage of all controlled substances; assist in maintaining a perpetual inventory for schedule II drugs
  • Assist in proper maintenance of emergency kit dispensing including ekits and Omnicells
  • Clear workflow grid daily
  • Follow all applicable government regulations including HIPAA
  • Communicate ongoing issues to Pharmacy Management
  • Provide routine and emergency comprehensive and accurate drug screening, information, processing, and dispensing services for various drug distribution systems to the centers

Skills

Drug Dispensing
Pharmacy Operations
Drug Screening
Regulatory Compliance
DEA Compliance
Workflow Management
Customer Service
Quality Assurance
Medication Distribution
Long Term Care Pharmacy

CVS Health

Comprehensive pharmacy and healthcare services

About CVS Health

CVS Health operates a large network of retail pharmacies and walk-in medical clinics across the United States, providing a variety of health-related products and services. Their offerings include prescription medications, over-the-counter health products, and beauty items, as well as pharmacy benefits management and specialty pharmacy services. CVS Health's integrated business model allows them to serve individual consumers, businesses, and communities effectively, with a focus on improving health outcomes and reducing healthcare costs. Unlike many competitors, CVS Health combines pharmacy services with medical care, making it easier for patients to access quality healthcare. The company's goal is to enhance access to healthcare and support individuals in achieving better health.

Woonsocket, Rhode IslandHeadquarters
1963Year Founded
DEBTCompany Stage
Healthcare, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Company Equity
Wellness Program
Professional Development Budget
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays

Risks

Legal challenges related to opioid prescriptions could harm CVS's reputation and finances.
The DOJ's intervention in a whistleblower lawsuit may increase legal costs for CVS.
The Horizon Organic Milk recall exposes potential vulnerabilities in CVS's supply chain.

Differentiation

CVS Health operates over 9,600 retail pharmacies and 1,100 walk-in clinics nationwide.
The company integrates pharmacy benefits management with specialty pharmacy services for comprehensive care.
CVS Health offers tailored medication plans through personalized medicine and pharmacogenomics.

Upsides

Expansion of telehealth services allows CVS to reach more patients remotely.
Increased consumer interest in wellness boosts demand for CVS's health-related products.
The trend towards value-based care aligns with CVS's integrated healthcare approach.

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