Skilled Care Pharmacy Available Job Openings Listing of all available openings at Skilled Care Pharmacy http://www.skilledcarehiring.com/ en-US Thu, 18 Apr 2024 12:34:59 CST Pharmacy Intern - Mason, Ohio http://www.skilledcarehiring.com//jobDesc.asp?JobID=46 The Pharmacy Intern position is for a pharmacy student in college working towards being a Pharmacist and is registered with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy as a Pharmacy Intern or will be registered very soon. PHARMACY INTERN EXPECTATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES EVERY OTHER WEEKEND - SATURDAY AND SUNDAY - DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF INTERNS WE HAVE - IT WILL BE EITHER 8 HOUR SHIFTS - 7:00 AM - 3:45 PM OR 1:00 PM - 9:45 PM (INCLUDES 45 MINUTE LUNCH) - ALTERNATE DAY AND EVENING SHIFTS EVERY OTHER WEEKEND THAT YOU ARE SCHEDULED OR 11AM-7:45PM EVERY OTHER SATURDAY AND SUNDAY AT LEAST ONE EVENING A WEEK - UNTIL 9:45 PM CURRENT INTERNS USUALLY WORK A 4 OR 5 HOUR SHIFT (EX. 4:00 PM - 9:45 PM) - YOU CAN WORK A LONGER SHIFT IF YOU WANT CAN BE ANY DAY OF THE WEEK BUT WE MUST HAVE AT LEAST ONE INTERN EACH NIGHT SO INTERNS WILL NEED TO WORK TOGETHER TO GET THE SCHEDULE COVERED 1 OUT OF 4 FRIDAY NIGHTS IN ADDITION TO ONE EVENING EACH WEEK- (4:00PM - 9:45 PM) ______________________________________________________________________________ SKILLED CARE'S INTERNS RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: TAKING REFILL ORDERS AND NEW ORDERS CALLING ON ORDER CLARIFICATIONS (ALLERGIES, INTERACTIONS, DUPLICATE THERAPY, ETC...) ANSWERING THE PAGER FOR AFTER HOURS CALLS MONITORING PYXIS/CUBEX REPORTS FOR DISCREPENCIES IV ADMIXING YOU WILL BE SPENDING VERY LITTLE TIME FILLING PRESCRIPTIONS WE ARE A LONG-TERM CARE PHARMACY (SERVICE NURSING HOMES) SO YOU WILL HAVE VERY LITTLE PATIENT CONTACT - YOU WILL PRIMARILY BE WORKING WITH NURSING STAFF. Tue, 10 Feb 2015 11:36:17 CST Mason, OH 46 Pharmacy Order Entry - Mason, OH (Day Shift) http://www.skilledcarehiring.com//jobDesc.asp?JobID=156 QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/ or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Educational/Work Experience Associate degree in health related field or 2-5 years direct work experience in health related field Understanding of Medicare/Medicaid/Insurance Pay types, medical terminology, and brand/generic medications required Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, or like applications Other Qualifications Ability to exhibit strong oral and written customer service skills Ability to effectively interact with all levels of department representatives both internally and externally Ability to interpret and understand prescription directions Ability to multitask and adhere to timelines Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Prescription processing (55%) Data Entry of new and refill orders which includes: Interprets prescription directions and communicates clarification to the facility as needed. Identifies orders that can not be processed due to coverage issues, missing information, or inability to read/understand Inputs medication orders with correct medication and frequency. Ensures formulary substitutions are made appropriately based on facility contracts Completes appropriate paperwork/forms, as well as communicates order exceptions and any other discrepancies to facilities and team leaders Transmits all third party and Medicaid online claims at time of order entry to ensure payment. Maintains an understanding of the special requirements for each payer including Medicare/Managed Care/Medicaid Formulary and Non-Formulary/Third Party Insurance as well as communicates discrepancies to facilities regarding: Formularies Rejections Contract requirements Exclusions and Non-covered medications Adheres to special Facility processing requirements (i.e. House Stock, Non-covered Medication Policies) Updates patient room number if received on a telephone order Changes profile doctor when notified on a telephone order Admissions (15%) Process new/ readmission information for residents: Obtains complete resident face sheet from facility and enters all data. Prevents duplication of account by conducting Universal Search for patient in Pharmacy System Enter per diem date if required. Obtains and inputs correct admissions history and appropriate transfers/ discharges information Shared responsibility with the billing department in resolving Mason returned mail Researches and responds to email tree on any problem admissions Checks under 'payment plans' (Frameworks 'E1') to see if patient has Part D insurance Obtains, verifies and enters appropriate pay source information by next business day Enters Hospice formulary, if provided upon admission, as well as listing diagnosis Adds physicians to Pharmacy Information System Responsible for adding patient face sheet information for a facility start-up Responsible for placing expired patients on 'bed hold' when notified by facility on telephone order Third Party Submission/Rejections (15%) Process all insurance claims at time of order entry Processes all Mason online billing rejections daily; resolves all rejections within 48 hours. When applicable, completes and distributes prior authorizations according to facility contract Acquires and maintains appropriate logs of prior authorizations for follow up Investigates and resolves insurance inquires Communicates to pharmacists any suggested covered alternative recommended by 3rd party payor. Resolves cycle fill rejections Customer Relations (10%) Acknowledges and responds to all daily emails and phone calls received prior to one hour of the end of employee's shift on same business day. Other Duties (5%) Acts as back up for Triage Department as needed Attends training as provided for self-improvement and quality of work Accepts other duties as assigned Mon, 31 Jul 2017 15:11:49 CST Mason, OH 156 Registered Pharmacy Tech-Evening Shift (Mason, OH) http://www.skilledcarehiring.com//jobDesc.asp?JobID=177 Summary: The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for the day-to-day tasks necessary to ensure accurate and timely delivery of medications to the end-user in long-term care, hospice, and home care settings. Qualifications: Success is based on the performance of the essential duties and responsibilities. Candidates shall also possess the following educational and/or work experience. Education/Work Experience: High school graduate or equivalent preferred. Prior pharmacy experience desirable. Candidates whom are already employed by Skilled Care Pharmacy will be considered for this position based on performance of their current assignment. Other Qualifications: State of Ohio Pharmacy Technician Registration Good manual dexterity with the ability to measure minute quantities of liquids using syringes. Good organizational and time-management skills Ability to fill orders within an established time frame Ability to work with others Ability to examine, reexamine and verify accuracy of medications against printed prescription label Ability to interpret and understand medication directions to ensure filling accuracy Ability to distinguish medication types (i.e. liquids, creams, ointments, otics, controlled substances, etc.) Knowledge of basic drug terminology, pharmaceutical calculations, drug use and aseptic technique Basic knowledge of computers including word processing and data entry Dependable in attendance Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. I. FILLING PRESCRIPTIONS (50%) Dispense medications while observing proper handling precautions Dispense medications in proper container based on facility expectations Verify that all medications reflected on the delivery receipt accompany the order to the delivery department Fill prescription's within established time frame Prepare compounding medications with use of pharmacy scales, compound pads, jars, etc. Complete compounding records by filling out lot numbers and expiration dates Verify that proper handling precautions are noted on delivery receipt Generate labels and/or delivery receipts Count and sort prescriptions for those facilities participating in the anniversary program Prepare appropriate logs for tracking monthly accuracy Prioritize and manage time appropriately II. TEAM DUTIES/CROSS TRAINING (15%) Assist any other pharmacy team in completing end of day Monitor day-to-day activity in whole of pharmacy to ensure a proper departure time Participate in education on other areas (i.e. IV's, automed, credits/returns, etc.) Go to facility to deliver and set up medication carts for anniversary program Periodic 'out' days with consultant to understand business of long term care pharmacy Other duties as assigned III. INVENTORY (10%) Daily review of medication and supply stock with responsibility to reorder through the purchasing department Periodic review of medication bins to assure that correct medication is in correct bin Monthly review of all medications for expiration dating. Fast moving items should be reviewed on a daily basis Examination of medications and supplies returned for credit to assure expiration dating and lack of tampering IV. STATION SET-UP (10%) Stock filling stations with the necessary supplies (boxes, vials, forms, baggies, reorder slips, etc.) Stock all fast moving items as per minimum/maximum requirements V. CLEANING (5%) Clean and maintain area on a daily basis. This includes using alcohol on surface areas Take out trash and/or cardboard Sweep area on a weekly basis VI. EUCLID PACKING MACHINE (5%) Ensure equipment is cleaned and maintained according to proper policy and procedures Package bulk medications into unit dose for dispensing Keeping track and pulling those items needing to be packed (on a priority type basis) Ability to distinguish units of measure (ex. IU, mg, meq, etc.) Ability to distinguish lot numbers and expiration dates on medications VII. COMMITTEES (5%) Participate in departmental quality assurance activities as requested Attend designated departmental meetings as scheduled Active involvement with at least one committee in order to improve company performance or assist company in giving back to the community Thu, 16 Jan 2020 15:26:27 CST Mason, OH 177 Registered Pharmacy Tech-P/T evenings (Mason, OH) http://www.skilledcarehiring.com//jobDesc.asp?JobID=192   Summary:  The Pharmacy Technician is responsible for the day-to-day tasks necessary to ensure accurate and timely delivery of medications to the end-user in long-term care, hospice, and home care settings. Qualifications:  Success is based on the performance of the essential duties and responsibilities.  Candidates shall also possess the following educational and/or work experience. Education/Work Experience: High school graduate or equivalent preferred. Prior pharmacy experience desirable. Candidates whom are already employed by Skilled Care Pharmacy will be considered for this position based on performance of their current assignment. Other Qualifications: State of Ohio Pharmacy Technician Registration Good manual dexterity with the ability to measure minute quantities of liquids using syringes. Good organizational and time-management skills Ability to fill orders within an established time frame Ability to work with others Ability to examine, reexamine and verify accuracy of medications against printed prescription label Ability to interpret and understand medication directions to ensure filling accuracy Ability to distinguish medication types (i.e. liquids, creams, ointments, otics, controlled substances, etc.) Knowledge of basic drug terminology, pharmaceutical calculations, drug use and aseptic technique Basic knowledge of computers including word processing and data entry Dependable in attendance Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. I.    FILLING PRESCRIPTIONS                                                                                                                   (50%) Dispense medications while observing proper handling precautions Dispense medications in proper container based on facility expectations Verify that all medications reflected on the delivery receipt accompany the order to the delivery department Fill prescription’s within established time frame Prepare compounding medications with use of pharmacy scales, compound pads, jars, etc. Complete compounding records by filling out lot numbers and expiration dates Verify that proper handling precautions are noted on delivery receipt Generate labels and/or delivery receipts Count and sort prescriptions for those facilities participating in the anniversary program Prepare appropriate logs for tracking monthly accuracy Prioritize and manage time appropriately II.  TEAM DUTIES/CROSS TRAINING                                                                                                             (15%) Assist any other pharmacy team in completing end of day Monitor day-to-day activity in whole of pharmacy to ensure a proper departure time Participate in education on other areas (i.e. IV’s, automed, credits/returns, etc.) Go to facility to deliver and set up medication carts for anniversary program Periodic “out” days with consultant to understand business of long term care pharmacy Other duties as assigned III.   INVENTORY                                                                                                                                             (10%)    Daily review of medication and supply stock with responsibility to reorder through the purchasing department Periodic review of medication bins to assure that correct medication is in correct bin Monthly review of all medications for expiration dating.  Fast moving items should be reviewed on a daily basis Examination of medications and supplies returned for credit to assure expiration dating and lack of tampering IV.   STATION SET-UP                                                                                                                                     (10%) Stock filling stations with the necessary supplies (boxes, vials, forms, baggies, reorder slips, etc.) Stock all fast moving items as per minimum/maximum requirements V.   CLEANING                                                                                                                                                  (5%) Clean and maintain area on a daily basis.  This includes using alcohol on surface areas Take out trash and/or cardboard Sweep area on a weekly basis VI.    EUCLID PACKING MACHINE                                                                                                                     (5%) Ensure equipment is cleaned and maintained according to proper policy and procedures Package bulk medications into unit dose for dispensing Keeping track and pulling those items needing to be packed (on a priority type basis) Ability to distinguish units of measure (ex. IU, mg, meq, etc.) Ability to distinguish lot numbers and expiration dates on medications VII.   COMMITTEES                                                                                                                                       (5%)       Participate in departmental quality assurance activities as requested Attend designated departmental meetings as scheduled Active involvement with at least one committee in order to improve company performance or assist company in giving back to the community     Fri, 29 Dec 2023 13:47:41 CST Mason, OH 192 IV Pharmacy Technician - Mason, Ohio http://www.skilledcarehiring.com//jobDesc.asp?JobID=193 Position Description Job Title: I.V. Pharmacy Technician Department: Pharmacy Reports To: I.V. Pharmacy Manager SUMMARY: The I.V. Pharmacy Technician is responsible for the day-to-day tasks necessary to ensure accurate and timely delivery of I.V. medications to the end-user in long-term care, hospice, and home care settings QUALIFICATIONS: Success is based on the performance of the essential duties and responsibilities. Candidates shall also possess the following educational and/or work experience: Education / Work Experience High school diploma or equivalent Prior I.V. admixture experience, graduate of an accredited pharmacy technician training program, and National Pharmacy Technician Certification are desirable ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. I. Supply & Add-Vantage Gathering and Labeling Ability to examine, reexamine and verify accuracy of supplies against printed supply label Ability to distinguish supply types Ability to properly label all supplies and medications Ability to distinguish and fill Add-Vantage medication orders Verify that all items on delivery receipt accompany the order prior to pharmacist check II. Admixture of Sterile Products Dispense medications while observing handling precautions Dispense medications in proper container based on label instructions, drug category, and type of therapy, according to notes on compounding record, or by direction of IV Pharmacist Assist IV Technician Team Leader or IV Pharmacist in coordination and scheduling the preparation of sterile admixtures Preparation of sterile admixtures, including but not limited to parenteral nutrition, antibiotics, chemotherapy, hydration, and narcotic analgesics while following proper policies and procedures Appropriate completion of compounding records by filling out lot numbers and expiration dates Verify that proper handling precautions are noted on delivery receipt Calculation of correct dosage by weight or volume End point testing of IV products Annual competency (Admix) testing III. Pump Cleaning and Tracking Clean, maintain, store, and inspect all infusion pumps according to proper policy and procedure on a daily basis Ensure the biohazard area is properly set up and cleaned as needed Completion of necessary forms to ensure accurate tracking of all electronic flow control devices prior to delivery Preparation of pump return request notifications and follow up on each request Completion of necessary forms to ensure accurate tracking of all infusion pumps upon return to pharmacy; including updating the Preventive Maintenance Schedule Daily check for pumps to be returned for Preventive Maintenance Ensure returned potentially contaminated equipment is placed in proper location Notify the IV Technician Team Leader of any damaged, abused, or incorrectly tracked infusion pump Weekly tracking of infusion pumps to ensure each facility has the correct quantity on site Communication with the IV Technician Team Leader and customers of pumps that need to be returned IV. Emergency Drug Kit Ability to read/interpret faxed Emergency Drug Kit forms to ensure the customer always has an emergency supply of IV products Ability to follow proper procedure to refill Emergency Drug Kits in Rescot as needed Ensure facilities have the correct quantity of Emergency Drug Kits on a monthly basis or as needed Complete necessary forms to ensure proper tracking of supply and fluid Emergency Drug Kits prior to delivering and upon returning Communicate with the IV Technician Team Leader and customers when Emergency Drug Kits need to be returned Review all medications and supplies for expiration dates while refilling items used from the Emergency Drug Kits Ensure any item(s) that are removed from the Emergency Drug Kits are accounted for and the proper information is given to the IV Billing Representative in a timely manner V. Inventory Daily review of medication and supply stock with responsibility to reorder through the purchasing department Periodic review of medication bins to assure that correct medication is in correct bin Monthly review of all medications for expiration dating Examination of medications and supplies returned for credit to assure expiration dating and lack of tampering Weekly ordering from direct suppliers Assist IV Technician Team Leader with updating inventory sheets prior to the quarterly count Quarterly count of IV supplies and medications Ensure all supplies, including supplies in the ante-room, and medications are restocked as needed or on a daily basis VI. I. V. Room Maintenance Ensure clean room and related equipments are cleaned and maintained according to proper policies and procedures Ensure clean room and ante-room are restocked with supplies after each use Ensure clean room, ante-room, storage room waste products are removed and discarded properly after daily use, or more frequently as necessary Perform and record various quality control activities including air sampling, bacterial counts, and other established sterility verifying techniques under the supervision of the IV Pharmacist and IV Technician Team Leader VII. Scheduling of Refills Communication with customers with regard to arranging refill times and quantities Communication with IV Technician Team Leader or IV Pharmacist concerning workflow and the ability to complete work within the established time frame Calculate correct refill quantity based on frequency of usage supplies and medication Operate computer system to refill medications and supplies and call out labels and receipts Fri, 19 Jan 2024 13:03:30 CST Mason, OH 193 Staff Pharmacist - Evenings P/T (Mason, OH) http://www.skilledcarehiring.com//jobDesc.asp?JobID=195 Position Description Job Title: Operations Staff Pharmacist Department: Pharmacy Reports To: Sr. Pharmacy Manager Last Update: 4/3/2013 QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education / Work Experience Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (Doctor of Pharmacy or a Masters of Science degree in Pharmacy desirable) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Currently licensed as a registered pharmacist in state of employment Other Qualifications Must be capable of assuming responsibility for evaluating and monitoring drug therapy relative to the total needs/problems of the home care patient in collaboration with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals Must be able to work effectively with others to provide safe and effective drug therapy Must demonstrate ability to problem solve and supervise technical and other support staff Must be flexible with work schedule Good organizational and time-management skills Participates and membership in professional societies and organizations is desirable Excellent verbal and written communication skills Dependable in attendance and job performance ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned I. CLINICAL PHARMACIST DUTIES (70%) Adheres to organization policies and procedures Reviews, receives/verifies all new patient orders and documents the same on the respective order form Assists the physician and other healthcare professionals involved in planning and implementing patient care in the home to ensure safe and effective drug therapy Conducts initial and ongoing assessment of specific patient, drug and disease information to identify real and potential drug-related problems or needs Assists the physician and nursing staff in setting therapeutic objectives for drug therapy and establishing parameters for monitoring the safety and efficacy of drug therapy Monitors the outcomes from drug therapy by collecting, evaluating, and interpreting the results of laboratory data, clinical data and other pertinent patient information Communicates the results of therapeutic drug monitoring activities to the physician, nursing and other appropriate persons Provides consultation and answers inquiries from patients, families, physicians, and other healthcare professionals regarding drugs and their use Maintains thorough and appropriate documentation in the patient/client record of all clinical activities and communication with patients, physicians and other healthcare professionals Maintains clinical skills and knowledge of pharmacotherapy by reviewing the literature and attending in-services, seminars and conferences Identify and implement appropriate formulary substitutions Matches appropriate drug therapy with diagnosis to ensure efficacy II. OPERATIONAL DUTIES (25%) Processes and checks all medications, supplies and equipment prior to dispensing from the pharmacy Maintains pharmacy records in accordance with applicable laws and regulations Participates in weekend, holiday and on-call rotation Participates in orientation/training programs for new personnel and current staff Attends designated department meetings as scheduled III. REGULATORY DUTIES (5%) Dispenses all pharmaceutical and related supplies and equipment in accordance with federal, state and local laws and standards of practice which govern the profession of pharmacy Tue, 5 Mar 2024 09:02:31 CST Mason, OH 195