Local Specialty Pharmacist: Patient Care & Operations Lead

Walgreens; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens in Tacoma, WA is seeking a pharmacist leader to oversee the daily operations of the pharmacy department, ensuring clinical management, quality improvement, and compliant practice while delivering top-tier service to patients and providers.

The role requires a PharmD/BS in Pharmacy, active pharmacist license, and 1+ year of experience across prescription filling, verification, and regulatory duties. Competitive salary and benefits available; role open until filled.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Pharmacist license in the district or be willing to obtain within 1 year.
• At least 1 year of pharmacy experience including prescription filling, verification and compliance.
• Completed training on medication and disease state or equivalent practical experience (HIV, Organ Transplant, Oncology, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the pharmacy department.
• Improve prescription numbers, pharmacy sales, and customer service.
• Ensure compliance with federal/state laws and company policies.
• Manage inventory, third-party reimbursements, and loss prevention.
• Lead training and performance of staff and maintain proper licensure.
• Maintain relationships with physicians and health professionals.

Skills

Pharmacy operations

Regulatory compliance

Patient care coordination

Team oversight

Education

BS in Pharmacy or PharmD

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

Walgreens in Tacoma, WA is seeking a pharmacist leader to oversee the daily operations of the pharmacy department, ensuring clinical management, quality improvement, and compliant practice while delivering top-tier service to patients and providers.

The role requires a PharmD/BS in Pharmacy, active pharmacist license, and 1+ year of experience across prescription filling, verification, and regulatory duties. Competitive salary and benefits available; role open until filled.