Pharmacist at Akicita Federal, LLC – Sisseton, South Dakota

Pharmacist

Location: Woodrow Wilson Keeble Memorial Health Care Center, 100 Lake Traverse Drive, Sisseton, SD 57262Schedule: Typically MondayFriday, 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM; Weekend shifts 12:00 PM5:00 PM; up to 40 hours/weekPosition Overview:Akicita Federal is seeking qualified, licensed Pharmacists to provide comprehensive outpatient pharmacy services under a federal contract at WWKMHCC, an Indian Health Service facility. This is a non-personal services contract supporting the delivery of pharmaceutical care to a rural tribal population.
Responsibilities:-Process and verify prescriptions using the Electronic Health Record (EHR)-Provide direct patient counseling and document interactions in EHR-Review prescriptions for appropriateness, allergies, and drug interactions-Maintain compliance with WWKMHCC formulary and non-formulary procedures-Provide consultation and substitution recommendations to prescribers-Maintain accurate records of controlled substances and compliance logs-Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and committees (e.g., P&T, QA)-Engage in continuous quality improvement, including peer reviews-Ensure compliance with HIPAA and patient privacy regulations-Serve as the sole pharmacist when necessary; perform delegated supervisory duties
Qualifications:-Degree from an accredited School of Pharmacy-Active, unrestricted pharmacist license in any U.S. state or territory-Minimum of 2 years of experience in the past 3 years as a practicing pharmacist-Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification-Experience with EHR systems and strong computer literacy-Must pass federal and state background investigations and fingerprinting-Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in culturally sensitive environments
Compensation & Benefits:All-Inclusive Hourly Rate: Covers base pay, travel, lodging, per diem, fringe benefits, and taxesWork Schedule: Up to 40 hours/week with potential weekend/holiday shifts
Clearance & Onboarding:-Candidates must pass a full background check (T2S) and fingerprinting before starting-Orientation and EHR access provided upon clearance-No contact with patients until background check is fully adjudicated
$100 - $110 an hour