Pharmacist in Charge

Express Rx Pharmacy; Coweta (OK); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

NW Staffing LLC dba Express Rx is seeking a Pharmacist In Charge (PIC) for a retail pharmacy. The PIC oversees all aspects of the drugstore, including supervision of staff, prescription processing, patient communication, and daily operations compliance with state and federal laws.

Requirements include active pharmacist licensure, retail pharmacy experience (5+ years preferred), PharmD or BS in Pharmacy, immunization certification, and solid patient-care focus.

Qualifications

• Licensed pharmacist per state requirements.
• Retail pharmacy experience required; 5 years preferred.
• Immunization certification is required.
• DEA and regulatory compliance knowledge.
• Strong patient care focus and organization.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pharmacy operations at store level and supervise staff.
• Ensure records compliance for transactions and third-party claims.
• Consult with physicians and nurses on formulary and therapies.
• Monitor storage and distribution of pharmaceuticals.
• Provide training and assist with performance evaluations.
• Document medication errors and report to supervisor.

Skills

Retail pharmacist experience

Patient care focus

Organizational skills

Interprofessional collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Education

PharmD or BS in Pharmacy

Licensed pharmacist (State Board)

Immunization Certification

Tools

Pioneer pharmacy system

Job description

NOTE: Closed by 6pm on weekdays and never open on Sundays!

JOB DESCRIPTION: Pharmacist In Charge (PIC)

LOCATION: Retail Pharmacy

REPORTS: Directly to RVP Pharmacy Operations

COMPANY: NW Staffing LLC dba Express Rx

Summary

The PIC oversees all aspects of the retail pharmacy, with their main role being pharmacy employee supervision, prescription processing and patient interaction/communication. Additional duties include, but not limited to – prepare pharmacy for business; scheduling employees; finding replacements when scheduled employees are unable to cover; vacation approval and coverage; administrative and bookkeeping tasks; inventory control; and data entry. They must work well in a fast-paced environment and have strong customer service skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintains records of all transactions of the pharmacy necessary to ensure accurate control over, and accountability for, all drugs as required by applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
• Ensures legal operation and compliance of the pharmacy, including meeting all inspection and other requirements of state and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing pharmacy operations.
• Maintains accurate records of all prescription transactions and submits appropriate claims for thirdparty reimbursement.
• Consults with physicians and nurses regarding pharmaceutical questions; advises physicians on formulary medications and costeffective and innovative therapies; answers pharmaceutical questions from patients and staff.
• Responsible for monitoring storage, distribution, and use of pharmaceuticals.
• Provides training, assigns duties, and provides input (in concert with Lead Tech) for performance evaluations.
• Documents and reports medication errors to direct supervisor, and insurance provider.
• Maintains close control over all operations at store level.

NOTE: Pharmacist, including PIC, is required to: 1) Perform final check of all prescription(s); 2) Perform any type of counseling with patients; 3) Perform the pre-verification task; and, 4) Follow "all" requirements, regulations, and laws, currently maintained by the DEA, State Board of Pharmacy in which they hold a pharmacist license, and all other regulatory bodies that may apply.

Experience and/or Requirements

• Registered and Licensed with State Board of Pharmacy required
• Experience as a Pharmacist in a retail environment required (5 years minimum preferred)
• PharmD or BS in Pharmacy
• Immunization Certification is required
• Compounding experience or certification is a plus
• Proven focus on patient care is required
• Outstanding organizational skills
• Experience with Pioneer pharmacy system is a plus