Suffolk County

Pharmacist

• Plans, organizes and directs the operation of the designated registered pharmacy
• Trains and supervises professional and technical pharmacy staff
• Develops and administers pharmacy procedures
• Supervises the distribution of all drugs and medications to patients
• Conducts orientation programs for professional and technical staff
• Prepares and dispenses medically authorized prescription drugs
• Reviews prescriptions for drugs as to appropriateness for dispensing to patients
• Maintains contact with pharmaceutical companies, pharmacists, and health care institutions
• Supervises purchasing procedures for all drugs and equipment used in pharmacy
• Interprets federal, state and local regulations regarding pharmaceutical services
• Maintains all records relating to the purchase and distribution of controlled substances

Pharmacist II, Supervisor Pharmacist