Staff Pharmacist - Full Time
Koala is a veterinary pharmacy on a mission to delight pet owners by making healthcare simple by streamlining processes to deliver value to our customers. A core component of this mission is our dedication to clinical excellence. As a Staff Pharmacist you will work with Operations and Product leaders to provide and elevate pharmaceutical care for our customers.
In this role you will be responsible for delegated responsibilities of pharmacy management including medication security, oversight of pharmacy support personnel, safe and accurate entry and dispensing of medications, and consultation of customers in regards to their pets’ therapies. You will be actively involved in the development and evolution of our operational policies and procedures related to prescription retrieval, processing, and dispensing. Your expertise and experience will assist in shaping the best practices that drive world class customer experience.
Core Responsibilities
Provide consultations to customers including, but not limited to information and advice regarding drug utilization, interactions, side effects, dosage, and proper medication storage
Delegate to and supervise pharmacy support staff as necessary and ensure proper ratios are maintained
Order, receive, and stock medications in accordance with company policies as well as state and federal regulation
Maintain proper storage and security conditions for all drugs
Interact with veterinarians in the course of acquiring prescriptions, clarifying or modifying prescriptions, consulting on therapy considerations, and other clinical duties
Enter and/or review prescriptions with the highest degree of accuracy,
Participate in Koala’s CQI program on the identification and remediation of prescription errors
Dispense, review, package, and ship orders to customers
Assist with the maintenance of proper prescription records
Assume responsibility as the pharmacist on duty, as needed
Ensure compliance with all practice standards as well as all local, state, and federal regulations
Perform other job duties as assigned
Basic Qualifications and Skills
Adept at multitasking and can prioritize critical tasks and conflicting requirements with acute attention to detail
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to identify gaps in complex workflows
Ability to multitask and prioritize in a rapidly evolving environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Familiarity with and knowledgeable about the application of appropriate clinical resources
Highly organized, self-starter capable of working independently
Requirements
Doctor of Pharmacy or equivalent degree
Pharmacist license in good standing with Massachusetts Board of Pharmacy and other licensed jurisdictions
Not on the DEA Excluded Parties List / free of pending felony charges or convictions for criminal offenses involving controlled substances