Pharmacist - Home Care compounds and dispenses prescribed medications and pharmaceutical supplies per physician's instructions for patients in a home care setting. Provides consultation and answers inquiries from patients, families, physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding drugs and their use. Being a Pharmacist - Home Care maintains all required documentation and data on prescriptions, inventory, and patients. Adheres to the Joint Commission standards for Home Care and complies with all regulatory guidelines and procedures. Additionally, Pharmacist - Home Care requires a doctorate degree in pharmacy. Requires Registered Pharmacist (RPh). Typically reports to a manager. Pharmacist - Home Care's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Duties
- Provide compassionate and personalized care to individuals in their homes or in a nursing home setting.
- Assist with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting.
- Medication reminders
- Monitor and record vital signs, such as blood pressure and temperature.
- Assist with mobility and transfers, including using assistive devices and lifting individuals when necessary.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to clients.
- Perform light housekeeping tasks, such as cleaning and laundry.
- Prepare meals and assist with feeding if needed.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in caregiving or a related field is preferred.
- Knowledge of caregiving systems and techniques.
- Ability to provide patient care with compassion and empathy.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with clients, their families, and healthcare professionals.
- Ability to perform heavy lifting and physical tasks as required.
- Experience in senior care or childcare is beneficial.
- Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The caregiver may be required to perform other duties as assigned by the employer.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour
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Work Location: In person