Per Diem Pharmacist

As a Per Diem Pharmacist at our Petaluma location, your key responsibilities include providing exemplary customer service, processing prescriptions efficiently, monitoring patient outcomes, and conducting consultations to ensure patient comprehension of their medication therapy. Furthermore, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining compliance with all pharmacy laws and company policies while fostering communication and morale within the team.

To qualify as a Per Diem Pharmacist at our Petaluma location, you must have a degree in Pharmacy (B.S. or PharmD) and hold a valid state-issued pharmacist license. Additionally, possessing an Immunization Certificate is a plus, along with significant knowledge of pharmacy policies and customer service skills.

Our Per Diem Pharmacists in Petaluma enjoy several benefits, including competitive weekly compensation, medical, dental, and vision insurance for themselves and eligible dependents, retirement benefits, and opportunities for tuition reimbursement and scholarships. To enhance your work-life balance, we offer paid leave, store discounts, and access to various employee assistance programs.

The scheduling for a Per Diem Pharmacist in Petaluma is flexible, allowing you to work various shifts based on store needs and customer demands. This position is ideal if you're looking for adaptability in your work schedule, as it can cater to both your professional and personal commitments while still fulfilling essential pharmacy functions.

To thrive as a Per Diem Pharmacist at our Petaluma location, a strong set of skills is essential. You should possess excellent customer relations abilities, high attention to detail, sound business ethics, and effective communication skills. Additionally, the ability to function independently under time constraints and to build positive relationships with both customers and staff will significantly contribute to your success in this role.

When answering this question, consider sharing your passion for patient care and how improving people's health inspires you. Talk about specific experiences that led you to pursue a pharmacy career and why the flexibility of the Per Diem role allows you to serve the community better.

In your response, emphasize the importance of empathy and clear communication. Explain how you approach those conversations by actively listening to patients' concerns, providing solid information, and assisting them in understanding their treatment options, all while maintaining professionalism.

When discussing your experience, provide specific examples that showcase your abilities in assessing patients’ medication regimens, identifying potential interactions, and working collaboratively with other healthcare professionals to optimize outcomes.

Explain your understanding of local, state, and federal pharmacy regulations, and describe the best practices you follow to keep yourself and your team updated. This may include regular training sessions and utilizing checklists to guarantee compliance in daily operations.

Discuss your time management strategies, emphasizing your ability to assess immediate patient needs, delegate tasks when possible, and maintain a focus on accuracy and customer care even during peak times. Provide an example of a time when you successfully managed a high workload.

Share your knowledge and practical experience in administering vaccinations while following relevant protocols. Highlight any certifications you hold and how your skills in this area contribute to patient care and community health.

In your answer, focus on the importance of teamwork and communication in providing patient-centered care. Describe your approach to sharing information, seeking feedback, and working collaboratively to enhance patient health outcomes.

Talk about your proficiency with pharmacy software and standard business tools like Microsoft Office. Emphasize how these tools assist in keeping accurate records, ensuring efficient workflow, and maintaining high standards of care.

Discuss your commitment to patient safety and transparency. Describe your proactive approach to preventing errors, what steps you take when they occur, and how you communicate with patients and your team to resolve issues quickly and effectively.

Articulate the vital role customer service plays in fostering patient trust and loyalty. Use specific examples to discuss how excellent service can impact healthcare outcomes, patients' health literacy, and their overall experience at the pharmacy.