Pharmacist-In-Charge

Mad River Community Hospital; Arcata (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Mad River Community Hospital is seeking a Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC)/Manager to oversee the daily operation of the Pharmacy Department, mentor staff, ensure compliance with laws and regulations, and coordinate with other hospital services.

The role requires a Doctor of Pharmacy or BS with 5+ years hospital experience, 3+ years supervisory work, and California pharmacist licensure, with strong decision making, communication, and resilience in a high‑stress setting.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree or BS with a minimum of 5 years hospital experience.
• Minimum of 3 years managerial or supervisory experience.
• Current licensure with the State of California as a pharmacist.
• Keen mental faculties to access patient's pharmacological management and make decisions and suggestions as needed.
• Communication skills to receive and give information either in person or via the telephone.
• Emotional stability conducive to dealing with a high stress level (for 10 to 12 hours at a time) associated with the functions of Pharmacy Services, multiple projects and maintaining effective work relationships with peers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation of the Pharmacy Department.
• Orient and assess competency of staff; manage departmental staff.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws/regulations and coordinate with hospital departments.

Skills

Managerial experience

Communication skills

Emotional stability

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy or BS with hospital experience

Job description

Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC)/Manager

is responsible for overseeing the daily operation of the Pharmacy Department including orientation, competency assessment and management of departmental staff. The PIC/Manager ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations for a single pharmacy; compounds and dispenses prescribed medications; other duties include maintaining compliance with various state and federal regulatory agencies, capital budgeting, interaction with various hospital departments and participation in multi-disciplinary committees as required.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy degree or BS degree with a minimum of 5 years hospital experience
• Minimum of 3 years managerial or supervisory experience
• Current licensure with the State of California as a pharmacist
• Keen mental faculties to access patient's pharmacological management and make decisions and suggestions as needed
• Communication skills to receive and give information either in person or via the telephone
• Emotional stability conducive to dealing with a high stress level (for 10 to 12 hours at a time) associated with the functions of Pharmacy Services, multiple projects and maintaining effective work relationships with peers

Employment with MRCH is contingent upon passing a post-offer, pre-employment background check and drug screen.