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9651
PHARMACIST 1
Nature of Work
Under general supervision, performs professional work at the
full-performance level by operating a pharmacy at a state health
facility. Has some latitude to vary administrative methods and
procedures, but drugs are stored, dispensed, and disposed of
within clearly defined parameters and established laws. May
supervise pharmaceutical unit and/or assign and oversee the work
of others. Performs related work as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Positions at this level perform standard duties of
professional pharmacy. Administrative work is secondary beyond
required records and reports. Primary duty is dispensation of
medications.
Examples of Work
Dispenses medications according to physicians' orders and
maintains drug control records.
Prepares ointments, fills capsules with medication, and
prepares and bottles solutions.
Consults with medical staff on individual patient
recommendations.
Keeps staff informed of changes and innovations in the
pharmaceutical field.
Orders medications and pharmaceutical supplies.
Coordinates and/or supervises the distribution, delivery and
pick-up of pharmaceutical products.
Inspects and inventories pharmacy stock.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the principles and practices of professional
pharmacy.
Knowledge of administrative practices involved in the
operation of a pharmacy.
Ability to learn state rules and regulations concerning
pharmacy operations.
Ability to compound medicines and preparations as directed by
prescriptions and physicians.
Ability to perform routine assays and tests to determine
identity, purity, and strength of drugs.
Ability to requisition, stock and dispense drugs, biologicals,
surgical supplies and dressings.
Ability to maintain records related to pharmaceutical work.
Minimum Qualifications
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Training:
Certificate of registration as a pharmacist issued
by the West Virginia Board of Pharmacy.
Established: 7/16/92
Effective:
8/16/92