Discussing medication instructions with patients, including proper storage and disposal procedures
Explaining the use of over-the-counter medications, prescription drugs, and other treatment options to patients
Providing information about disease prevention, drug interactions, side effects, new medications on the market, and any other pertinent health information to patients as requested by a physician or nurse practitioner
Dispensing medications prescribed by physicians to patients according to Federal Drug Administration guidelines
Counseling patients on how to manage their medications properly by identifying possible side effects or interactions with other drugs or foods
Recommending alternatives to medications that may be cheaper or more effective for certain conditions
Maintaining accurate records of all medication orders, refills, and inventories on hand in order to ensure that patients are able to receive the medications they need
Examining new drugs to assess safety and effectiveness before they are made available to the public.
Qualifications
Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree with 1 - 5 years work experience.