Lead Pharmacist

TEEMA Solutions Group; Peridot (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA Solutions Group is seeking a Lead Pharmacist for a contract position in Peridot, AZ. The ideal candidate will oversee pharmacy operations, ensuring adherence to professional and regulatory standards.

Qualified candidates should have a PharmD or Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy, state license, and necessary management experience. This role involves direct supervision of staff and ensuring quality delivery of services while maintaining a positive operational flow.

Local candidates preferred; hospital experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of pharmacist experience, preferably in a hospital setting.
• PharmD preferred with at least 1-year residency.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations to ensure quality service.
• Implement departmental policies and procedures.
• Manage inventory for cost-effective pharmaceutical supply.

Skills

Leadership

Pharmacy knowledge

BLS certification

Education

PharmD or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

1-year residency preferred

Job description

Job Summary

Lead Pharmacist – Contract, In‑Office, Peridot, AZ, United States

Position Overview

Pharmacy/Retail Supervisor. Prefers local candidates. Hospital experience required. PharmD preferred; 1‑year residency. Minimum 2 years of pharmacist experience. BLS certification required. Arizona license preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree and/or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited school of Pharmacy.
• PharmD preferred; 1‑year residency (PGY1) preferred.
• Three (2) years of pharmacist experience; minimum two (2) years in hospital practice preferred.
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• Current and active, unrestricted Pharmacist license; Arizona license preferred.
• Licensed to administer immunizations, vaccines, and emergency medications preferred.

Essential Functions

1. Directs, manages and supervises daily administrative operations to ensure highest quality service response and delivery consistent with established professional, regulatory and governmental standards.
2. Develops operational and financial outcome measures, related tracking and monitoring systems and a mechanism to integrate efforts into organization‑wide Quality Improvement systems.
3. Directs, implements and evaluates development of departmental, functional and/or service related policies and procedures.
4. Proactively assesses program, service and functional effectiveness; makes regular and consistent effort to develop and facilitate continuous process improvement.
5. Develops and supervises staff through provision of timely feedback and use of appropriate Human Resource policies and tools to facilitate and ensure the ability of staff to achieve the highest level of professional growth and desired performance standards.
6. Plans, directs, implements and evaluates computer‑based information and dispensing system to ensure ongoing efficiency and accuracy of data capture.
7. Develops, manages and supervises purchasing and inventory management functions to ensure cost‑effective inventory management while providing timely availability to appropriate pharmaceuticals and related products.
8. Facilitates the professional growth of staff by accurately assessing learning needs, styles and barriers to learning; coordinates learning opportunities.
9. Prepares monthly progress/operational report; identifies areas of improvement, concerns and recommendations.
10. Participates in departmental orientation, on‑the‑job training and quality assurance programs/initiatives.
11. Participates in a variety of department and hospital educational programs to maintain current skill and competency levels; identifies and discusses performance or training needs with Supervisor.
12. Performs other duties as requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• Five years professional experience with at least two years of management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy; PharmD preferred, including 1 year residency.
• Current and valid state Pharmacy license, required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Must be able to successfully pass a background and drug screen.