Key Responsibilities Clinical Care & Medication Management • Perform comprehensive drug regimen reviews (DRR) for facility residents to prevent adverse drug events, interactions, and therapeutic duplication. • Evaluate patient charts, lab results, and renal function to tailor dosages for geriatric and specialized populations. • Monitor high-risk medications (e.g., psychotropics, anticoagulants, antibiotics) and recommend appropriate dose reductions or tapers. • Participate in care plan meetings with physicians, nursing staff, and patient families. Dispensing & Operations • Review and verify provider medication orders for accuracy and regulatory compliance. • Oversee specialized LTC packaging (e.g., blister packs, unit-dose systems, multi-dose strip packaging). • Direct and supervise pharmacy technicians, compounding staff, and fulfillment personnel. • Manage emergency drug kits (E-kits) and automated dispensing cabinets housed at long-term care facilities. Consulting & Regulatory Compliance • Conduct monthly on-site or remote facility audits to ensure federal (CMS) and state long-term care regulations are met. • Assist facilities in developing medication administration, storage, and disposal policies. • Track and report quality metrics, medication errors, and antibiotic stewardship indicators. Qualifications & Requirements • Education: Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (B.S. Pharm) from an accredited institution. • Licensure: Active Pharmacist License in good standing in the state of practice. • Experience: 1–3 years of pharmacy experience in LTC, hospital/acute care, or mail-order environments preferred. • Certifications (Preferred): Board Certified Geriatric Pharmacist (BCGP) or Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS). Key Skills & Competencies • Extensive knowledge of geriatric pharmacotherapy, pharmacokinetics, and chronic disease management. • Strong familiarity with CMS guidelines (e.g., F-Tags related to pharmacy services in nursing facilities). • Proficiency with pharmacy management software and Electronic Health Record (EHR) integration. • High attention to detail, precision, and problem-solving skills in high-volume settings.