Assistant Pharmacist Job Description
Assistant pharmacist
provides documentation management services to the department including report writing, data analysis, presentations, transcripts and file maintenance using paper based or Microsoft Office and other information systems and office management tools.
Assistant Pharmacist Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Preparation of IV admixtures in accordance with current USP guidelines
Picking, maintenance and refilling of automated dispensing machines
Performing monthly floor inspections
Refilling of Code Cart and emergency medications
Repackaging of medications
Triage of telephone calls to pharmacy
Ordering from wholesalers and materials management
Refill patient specific medication cart
Ability to perform work accurately with attention to detail within specific time periods
Ability to handle frequent interruptions and adapt to change in workload and work schedule
Assistant Pharmacist Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Assistant Pharmacist
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: BPS, GMP, COA
Education for Assistant Pharmacist
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the assistant pharmacist job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Collage Degree in Pharmacy, Education, Graduate, College of Pharmacy, Science, Health Sciences, Department of Education, School of Pharmacy, Supervision
Skills for Assistant Pharmacist
Desired skills for assistant pharmacist include:
Chemical compounds
Dosage requirements and administration
Microsoft Office and Google Office Tools
Pharmaceutical brands
Retail merchandising and inventory control
Medical terminology
Regulatory and accreditation agencies
Managed care health systems and evidence-based medicine theories
GMP and relevant healthcare legislation
GMP and GDP
Desired experience for assistant pharmacist includes:
Exhibit high level of concentration and attention to detail
All duties & services pertaining to the scope of practice a Post-Basic Pharmacist’s Assistant
Prepare the clean room and prepare the compound preparations
Check prescriptions and inspect compound preparations
Administratively process the compound preparations in the ERP system
Label and pack the medication
Assistant Pharmacist Examples
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Assistant Pharmacist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of assistant pharmacist. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for assistant pharmacist
- State of Florida Pharmacy Technician License
- Handle daily distribution of medicines
- Handle of in out medicines
- Assists in patient registration
- Assists in entering medicine data to computer
- High standard of safe working practice, quality and productivity compliance with the code of business conducts
- Participates in the design, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of four pharmacotherapeutic courses
- Provides for the continuous review and update of the pharmacotherapeutic course/s materials and learning objectives
- Teaches pharmacotherapeutic concepts using platform and lab instruction techniques
- Assists with course related student remediation as needed
Qualifications for assistant pharmacist
- Able to read work product of others, computer/monitor screens and computer printouts
- Clean and inspect equipment and workplace according to defined guidelines
- Additional administrative support
- Registered as a Post Basic Pharmacist Assistant
- A minimum of 3 years pharmacy expertise
- Driven and with passion for the job
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Assistant Pharmacist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for an assistant pharmacist. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for assistant pharmacist
- Assists in other duties as assigned by the Program Chair
- Maintain GPM systems to ensure standards relating to Good Distribution Practice and Health & Safety are complied with
- Support all warehouse activities and operational functions related to the correct and accurate document flow
- Maintain pharmacy plans, adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's) and other relevant documentation required by law and study protocols for specific projects
- Assist to the responsible Pharmacist or Deputy Responsible Pharmacist in the implementation of changes to pharmacy plans, SOP's and other relevant documentation
- Prepare study and related drugs for distribution according to project specific protocols and SOP's under the supervision of the Pharmacist
- Monitor and maintain the drug inventory receipt and dispensation logs on a regular basis in accordance with GMP, the relevant study protocol and SOP's/SSP's
- Monitor drug storage conditions
- Participate in study-related trainings
- Capture data of relevant paperwork to complete the clinical trial processes
Qualifications for assistant pharmacist
- Living in the area of Cape Town
- Qualified Post-basic Pharmacist Assistant
- Registration with the South African Pharmacy Council
- Computer literacy (Microsoft Office suite)Good analytical & numerical skills
- Minimum of 1 year experience within a pharmaceutical production environment
- Or at the discretion of Manager or Supervisor based on employees skill set, aptitude and leadership abilities
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Assistant Pharmacist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is looking for an assistant pharmacist. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for assistant pharmacist
- Assist in the investigation of customer complaints through to resolution where required
- Assist in the investigation of internal and external non conformances through resolution where required
- Record drug and medical supplies in the system
- Prepare drug under the supervision of Pharmacist
- Provide basic information to client as assigned
- Review document for incoming drug and medical supplies
- Ensure that drug and medical supplies are kept in the designated area right temperature according to the instruction
- Check drug and medical supplies inventory and prepare inventory report on timely basis
- Ensure that disbursement of drug and medical supplies are recorded correctly
- Manage and sort drug and medical supplies that are nearly expired according to working standard
Qualifications for assistant pharmacist
- Graduate of an accredited PharmD (or is a pharmacist who has a doctorate degree)
- Three years of PharmD experience in a retail or clinical setting
- Preference given to applicants with academic experience in medical education
- A commitment to working with a diverse population of students is essential
- Candidates must have legal authority to permanently work in the U.S
- Assists the Director in the day-to-day operations of the department
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Assistant Pharmacist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is hiring for an assistant pharmacist. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for assistant pharmacist
- Manage routine maintenance of office equipment
- Assist in recording Pharmacy data
- Comply with World Courier Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), which contain specific instructions to take the steps concerned with reception, storage and shipment of materials
- Perform the Inbound, Outbound or Return processes on CTM-Star Operative System
- Have deep knowledge and carry out relabeling, stock, balance and relocations processes developed at the Depot
- Be in close contact with WC Operations on the shipments to be delivered to sites coordination (if applicable)
- Perform any other duties the employee has been trained for
Qualifications for assistant pharmacist
- Evaluates operations and identifies possible improvements within the department
- Plans, organizes and implements services to meet departmental goals
- Interviews and recommends hiring of new staff
- Assists in the preparation and planning of budgets to control costs and allocates funds in accordance with departmental functions
- Recommends and implements cost effective measures in department operations
- Develops and maintains effective working relationships with various Hospital departments to facilitate departmental and institutional goals
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Assistant Pharmacist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking for an assistant pharmacist. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for assistant pharmacist
- Must be able to work Monday – Friday 8 - 5 but be flexible with your hours based on business needs to work possible overtime and On-call
- Pharmacist Assistant License with at least 2 years of experience
- 1-3 years of grievance and appeals experience
- Less than 2 years of leadership experience
- Ability to manage large volume of documents including tracking, copying, faxing and scanning
- Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to sensitively and compassionately interact with geriatric population
Qualifications for assistant pharmacist
- Establishes work schedules and assignments for staff, according to workload, space and equipment availability
- Develops and maintains computerized record management systems to store and process data such as personnel activities and information
- Maintains the competencies and skills of staff through proper training and development
- Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy degree from accredited college of pharmacy (minimum)
- Advanced degree from accredited college of pharmacy, either masters or Doctor of Pharmacy (preferred)
- Minimum 5 years post-licensure/post-residency work experience in acute care hospital environment