Contract Consultant Pharmacist

• 2423 • Houston, Texas • Health Services • Part-Time Job Description Responsibilities Contractor Responsibilities: • Performs licensed pharmacist services for Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas Family Planning and Preventative Health Services(referred to as PPGT FAMILY PLANNING). • Ensures PPGT FAMILY PLANNING complies with all applicable standards of pharmacy protocols and pharmacy practice under allapplicable law, as applicable to PPGT FAMILY PLANNING’s Class D pharmacy. • Consults on the drugs and devices procured by the health center. • Devises and implements procurement and storage requirements for all pharmaceuticals in consultation with the Lead Pharmacist. • Maintains records of all pharmacy transactions as required by all applicable laws, and as necessary to ensure accurate control over andaccountability for all drugs and devices. • Checks and releases all pharmaceuticals and labeling logs from quarantine for provision to patients; destroys or returns all drugs anddevices which expire or are returned to the pharmacy by patients after provision and document destructions/returns accordingly. • Audits the health center’s compliance with all policies and procedures related to pharmaceutical services, and records same in on-siterecords. • Consults with staff regarding actions, contraindications, adverse reactions, and pharmacology of drugs contained in the formulary. • Audits PPGT FAMILY PLANNING’s pharmacy services to ensure compliance with all PPGT policies and applicable laws and regulations. • Serves as a resource for affiliate clinicians pertaining to provision of pharmaceuticals. • Executes HIPAA Business Associate Agreement. • Has unrestricted access to patient protected health information (PHI) on paper and electronic forms health records for purposes oftreatment, payment, and/or healthcare operations. The use of a patient’s protected health information should be limited to information needed for the specific task that is being performed or requested by the individual patient. Disclosure of any patient information must be for purposes of treatment, payment or healthcare operation OR must be accompanied by a valid patient authorization. Must adhere to minimum necessary rule Affiliate wide expectations: • Demonstrates and maintains a high degree of professionalism. • Ability to obtain and maintain the necessary certifications in accordance with compliance requirements. • Eligible to maintain professional liability insurance coverage as required. • General knowledge of additional requirements for pharmaceutical services mandated by funding contracts and Planned ParenthoodFederation of America (PPFA). • Ability to work independently. • Familiarity with principles of quality assurance/ risk management and modern management practices and principles. • Must be able to travel as needed. • Ability to think strategically and achieve organization’s goals relating to position. • Ability to adhere to the compliance and regulatory requirements pertaining to position. • Requires an understanding of and commitment to quality healthcare and excellent customer service. • Exemplify the organization’s In This Together values: We Tend to the Team; We Respect and Honor All People; We Jump In; We Tryand We Learn; We Care for our Business; and We Return to our Mission Qualifications Possess a Doctor of Pharmacy degree (PharmD) or equivalent. 1 year of licensed pharmacist experience desired. Possess a valid and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in the State of Texas issued by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy. Ability to obtain and maintain the necessary additional certifications in accordance with state, federal and PPFA compliance requirements. Agency Standards Must have excellent computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Internet. Must have the willingness and ability to adapt to change including advances or new technology. Must have excellent customer service skills and be committed to providing the highest level of customer satisfaction.Other PPGT is an equal opportunity employer. We strictly prohibit unlawful discrimination of any kind, including discrimination on the basis of age; race, color, ancestry, national origin, or ethnicity; citizenship status; sex or gender; gender identity or gender expression or transgender status (including the individual's actual or perceived sex and the individual's gender identity, self-image, appearance, behavior, or expression); sexual orientation (including actual or perceived heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality and asexuality); mental or physical disability; AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; perception of risk of HIV infection; or association with individuals who are believed to be at risk; religion or creed; genetic information; pregnancy status, including related medical conditions; marital status; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; or any other basis protected by law. We are a drug-free and tobacco-free workplace. Applicants have rights under the Federal Employment Laws. 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