Pharmacist (104)

Kph-Healthcare-Services; Brattleboro (VT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinney Pharmacy in Brattleboro, VT is seeking a licensed Pharmacist to dispense prescriptions, counsel patients, and ensure QA compliance. The role involves managing inventory, handling third-party claims, and maintaining accurate records while upholding regulatory standards.

The position emphasizes customer service, adherence to loss prevention policies, and collaboration with doctors and healthcare professionals. A BS or PharmD is required, with ongoing professional development supported.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active State Pharmacy license and registration.
• Strong customer service and patient counseling skills.
• Knowledge of QA steps to ensure accurate dispensing and compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Dispense prescriptions and counsel patients.
• Maintain QA steps for technically accurate dispensing.
• Report dispensing incidents per company guidelines.
• Follow state and federal pharmacy regulations.
• Manage third-party claims submission and processing.
• Balance and manage pharmacy inventory for optimal turns.
• Coordinate orders with Kinney Warehouse and suppliers.
• Check inventory for expirations and process returns.
• Maintain compliant prescription files and records.
• Utilize pharmacy technology to maximize ROI and efficiency.
• Ensure excellent customer service at all times.
• Enforce loss prevention policies and report deviations.
• Support marketing and promotional programs in-store.
• Maintain clean, professional pharmacy environment.
• Build professional relationships with doctors and health professionals.
• Stay informed on industry developments and integrate them into practice.
• Protect patient confidentiality and facilitate staff communication.
• Assist in training pharmacy staff and clerk/technician programs.
• Interface with auditors and external agencies as needed.
• Complete all mandatory regulatory trainings and perform other duties.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

BS or PharmD in Pharmacy

Job description

Job Summary:Responsible for the implementation and adherence to the Kinney Standard of Practice as it relates to the provision of the highest quality health care service to our customersJob Duties:Follows the Kinney Standard of Practice to dispense prescriptions and counsel patientsPerforms all quality assurance steps to ensure a technically accurate prescription is dispensed. Reports dispensing incidents in a timely manner, in accordance with company guidelinesFollows all State and Federal guidelines governing the practice of PharmacyOversees the initial submission, resubmission and collection of all third party claimsManages and balances the pharmacy inventory to provide for maximum turns while still remaining in-stock for customer needs. Oversees the transmitting, processing and receiving of orders to and from the Kinney Warehouse and additional suppliers as neededOversees the checking of pharmacy inventory for outdates and processing of all returnsEnsures prescription files and other manual records are maintained in accordance with all state and federal guidelinesEnsures in-store pharmacy technology is being used to its fullest potential to allow for a maximum return on investment of the technology and life spanEnsure outstanding customer service is exhibited by all employees at all timesEnsure all loss Prevention policies are followed by all employees and report deviations from said policies to Loss PreventionAssist in the implementation of all corporate pharmacy marketing, advertising and promotional programs are fully executed and implementedOversees the maintenance of the pharmacy department to ensure a clean and professional environmentMaintains and develops professional relationships with doctors and others in the health service professionsMaintains an awareness of developments in the Pharmacy and Health Care Services fields that relate to job responsibilities and integrates them into own practiceMaintains confidentiality regarding all patient informationFacilitates communication between professional staff and pharmacy personnel.Assists in meeting or exceeding budgetary sales guidelines and operating the pharmacy within said guidelinesAssist in the training and development of all pharmacy department personnel, including use of the Kinney Pharmacy Clerk and Technician Training ProgramInterface with various auditors and outside agencies, as neededResponsible for completing all mandatory and regulatory training programsPerform other duties as assignedJob Requirements:Posses and maintain a valid State License and current registration to practice PharmacyAbility to stand/walk throughout majority of shiftSuccessful completion of a pre-employment and/or random drug screening testCertified ImmunizerEducation:Minimum: BS or Pharm D degree in Pharmacy