Pharmacist

Company Description
International SOS delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real-time, actionable insights and on-the-ground quality delivery. We provide clinical services to include "hands on" direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation. Within our portfolio of companies, International SOS Government Medical Services (GMS), headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defence and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care. To protect your workforce, we are at your fingertips:
Job Description
* This position is contingent upon award of contract.
The Pharmacist is responsible to ensure that prescriptions are filled properly and that provider instructions for medications are correct and within protocols The pharmacist overseas pharmacy technicians in their roles to support the pharmacy operations. The pharmacist is an integral part of the medical team to ensure proper pharmaceutical treatments are provided based upon the patient and diagnosis.
Qualifications

• Requires graduate degree from an accredited Pharmacy School approved by state board of Pharmacy or accredited by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education (ACPE).
• Hold and maintain an active and unrestricted Pharmacist License free from any pending adverse actions.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Common Access Card (CAC) or ability to obtain one.
• Must be able to read, write and speak English to effectively communicate.
• US DOS clearance or the ability to obtain one is required.
• Must be able to relocate to Iraq.
• A valid U.S passport is required and must be in your possession prior to relocation. You must maintain a current passport during your stay in Iraq.
• Must have a valid U.S. passport due to contract requirements.

Experience Preferred :

• Experience on a military site, working as a government subcontractor or prime contractor is preferred.
• Must have a recent clinical experience in patient care for a least 6 months out of the past year.
• Experience in both Hospital and Ambulatory Pharmacy and expertise in both outpatient and inpatient drug therapies.

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Must be able to perform duties in a stressful and high paced environment.
• Ability to adapt to sudden changes and flexibility in work requirements to include potential shift changes based on operational needs and/or command priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).

Key Responsibilities

• Provides medical services at the scope and level of a Pharmacist to preserve the health of employees and client personnel.
• Fills prescriptions, verifying instructions from physicians on the proper amounts of medication to be given.
• Checks for patient drug contraindications.
• Responsible for verifying dosage regimen for accuracy and specified amount to be within the standard dosing range and frequency.
• Compounds and dispenses medications accurately for delivery to patient care areas.
• Ensures prescriptions are filled accurately and in a timely manner.
• Provides medication information and education to medical staff and patients.
• Participates in medical care conferences as directed by the CMO.
• Maintains the security of controlled substances as well as an accurate log of dispensation, waste, etc.
• Maintains adequate stock levels of medications that are high use (utilization based) to include key medications for unforeseen events such as outbreaks. (Influenza as an example).
• Develops a re-supply system with the senior logistician that ensures critical use (must have) medications are readily available throughout the medical footprint supported.
• Once the prescription is filled, files the prescription.
• Oversees the work of pharmacy technicians.
• Performs administrative functions such as answering phones and stocking shelves.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Records and maintains patient information in accordance with standard protocols, and the Privacy Act.
• Protects patients' privacy through confidentiality, infection control procedures, assuring
• consistent medication administration, and assuring proper storage and maintenance procedures for all equipment and supplies.
• Actively participates in Mass Casualty exercises and events
• Performance of other duties as assigned.

Additional Information
International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Compensation / Min: $X Max: $X
Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant's background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.
Benefits:
This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan and paid time off and annual bonus. International SOS complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws
International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.