Federal Bureau of Prisons: Pharmacist (Staff Pharmacist)

Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the medication delivery system and assures that the integrity of all medications is maintained and is properly stored. Responsible for participating in quality assurance activities regarding medications. This includes policy and medication usage and/or audits and the suggestion, authoring, or performance of Drug Utilization Evaluation studies needed to maintain quality patient care and cost effective medication management. Responsible for the records and reports related to the purchase, receipt and disposition of drugs and related supplies. Responsible for the delivery of pharmaceutical care including patient-centered, outcomes-orientated pharmacy practice. Work in concert with the patient and other healthcare providers to promote health; prevent disease; and assess, monitor, initiate and modify medication use to ensure that drug therapy regimens are safe and effective. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and is performed on a regular and recurring basis.