Pharmacist in Charge
Position Summary:
As an integral part of the pharmacy team, the Staff Pharmacist practices pharmacy consistent with company expectations and applicable state and federal laws and regulations in a fast-paced environment focused on dispensing accuracy and patient care. The Staff Pharmacist performs duties in both the adjudication and production work environments while providing direct supervision of Pharmacy Services Representatives, Pharmacy Technicians, and Pharmacy Support Specialists performing pharmacy related duties. In adjudication,the Staff Pharmacist is charged with interpretation of prescription orders, peer-to-peer, patient, and other communications to clarify and verify information and provide counseling. In production, the Staff Pharmacist reviews the fulfillment of prescription orders, works with robotics and automation, completes prescription transfers, and assists with drug procurement through various wholesalers.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Interpret prescription orders and obtain necessary information or clarification from prescribers, patients, or others.
2. Conduct Drug Utilization Review.
3. Provide direct supervision of pharmacy services representatives, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy support specialists performing pharmacy related duties.
4. Perform these duties while practicing pharmacy:
Verify prescription authenticity
Resolve prescription discrepancies and seek clarification when necessary
Validate prescription order entry, proper labeling, and filling of medication orders
Ensure shipping and delivery processes are followed by pharmacy staff
5. Ensure compliance with FDA and manufacturer restrictions associated with REMS drugs, including ensuring the most recent medication guide is provided with a REMS drug prescription.
6. Consult with patients and prescribers as required or necessary about drug interactions, side effects, medication storage, and other requested or pertinent prescription drug information
7. Verify correct medication, directions for use, and other prescription information, consistent with company policies and regulatory requirements, prior to dispensing.
8. Work with prescribers and other stakeholders to optimize drug therapy, including but not limited to brand-to-generic switches, formulary optimization, and facilitation of prior authorization and other third party payer requirements.
9. Work in partnership with other internal departments to collaboratively resolve issues.
10. Meet or exceed daily workflow expectations.
11. Perform other duties and responsibilities as required.
Preferred Education & Experience:
Pharm D degree or equivalent degree from an accredited school of pharmacy.
Knowledge of RX-30 pharmacy system would be an advantage
Required Credentials / Licensing / Certification:
An active, valid pharmacist license that is in good standing with no restrictions in the state that the pharmacy site is located.
Competencies:
Possess excellent written and verbal skills and ability to communicate effectively across all levels of audience including the ability to translate clinical information into a manner appropriate for clinical and non-clinical audiences.
Detail-oriented, accurately follow established procedures for completing work, and ensure high-quality results to include initiating action to correct quality problems.
Effectively manage one’s time, stay focused, ensure performance objectives and deadlines are met.
Effectively meet customers’ needs, excellent interpersonal relationship skills, and take responsibility for customer satisfaction.
Plan, organize, and prioritize work activities to meet business needs.
Physical Demands:
Exposed to a normal office environment.
Lift,carry,and /or push/pull various items (bags, boxes, carts, etc.) while using proper technique.
Lift up to 35lbs. from floor to chest level, and lift and carry up to 35 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance.
Sit or stand up a majority of work day (8-10 hours) or sit for long periods of time depending on the needs of the pharmacy operation and call center.
Operate all equipment necessary to do the job.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $59.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
No weekends
Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
License/Certification:
Registered Pharmacist (Required)
Work Location: In person