Pharmacist in Charge

Flint Hills Community Health Center; Emporia (KS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

PTO 200 hours

KPERS retirement

Health, dental, vision insurance

Malpractice insurance

HSA/HRA

403B options

Integrity and professional growth

Job summary

CareArc is seeking an experienced Pharmacist in Charge to lead our pharmacy operations within a Federally Qualified Health Center. You will oversee pharmacy services, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds a Kansas pharmacist license, has 3+ years of experience, strong leadership and communication skills, and solid knowledge of 340B, DEA, HRSA guidelines, and quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Current Kansas pharmacist license.
• 3+ years of pharmacist experience.
• Strong knowledge of pharmacy regulations and compliance.
• Experience with 340B program and HRSA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee all pharmacy and clinical services.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations (DEA, Kansas Board).
• Develop, implement, and monitor pharmacy policies, procedures, and quality initiatives.
• Monitor inventory management, purchasing, storage, and dispensing practices.
• Lead medication safety and risk management activities.
• Participate in Medication Therapy Management and provide clinical recommendations.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Leadership

Attention to detail

EMR experience

Education

Pharmacy license (Kansas)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Make a Difference in Community Health

CareArc is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and mission driven full-time Pharmacist in Charge to to lead our pharmacy operations! As a key clinical and operational leader within our Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), you will oversee pharmacy services, ensure regulatory compliance, ad collaborative with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes.

Duties include:

• Direct and oversee all pharmacy and clinical services.
• Ensure compliance with state pharmacy board regulations, DEA requirements, HRSA guidelines, and 340B program standards.
• Develop, implement, and monitor pharmacy policies, procedures, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Responsible for accurately filling prescriptions issued by providers in a safe, efficient, and timely manner in accordance with all State and Federal laws.
• Monitor inventory management, purchasing, storage, and dispensing practices.
• Lead medication safety and risk management activities.
• Participates in Medication Therapy Management by reviewing patients’ medications and making clinical recommendations to providers based on current guidelines
• Maintains and applies knowledge of the 340B program, sliding fee scale, and referral prescriptions.
• Advocates for the pharmacy and works to ensure integration of pharmacy services and expertise into the organization as a whole
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate pharmacy staff (pharmacist, technicians, and support staff).
• Collaborate with physician and non-physician providers on best prescribing practices, drug alternatives, best pricing options, and Medication assistance program information
• Refilling prescriptions, administration of medications, and referrals;
  
• Performing other duties needed for patient care.

The ideal candidate is customer service orientated, self-motivated, attentive to detail and can work efficiently both independently and with a team. Bilingualism, strong computer skills and experience with electronic medical records are a plus.

Education and Experience

• Current Pharmacy license in the State of Kansas
• 3+ years experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of pharmacy regulations, quality assurance, and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Salary and Benefits

CareArc offers a competitive salary and benefits which includes:

• Competitive salary
• Paid Time Off, up to 200 hours
• Participation in KPERS retirement
• CME/CDE hours and allocation
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for self and family effective on day one through the State of Kansas Employee Health Plan
• Paid Life and Long Term Disability
  
• Company Paid Malpractice Insurance
• Employee and family medical/dental discounts
• HSA/HRA available
• 10 paid holidays annually
  
• 403B options available
• Supplemental insurances available
  • Colonial Life
  • LegalShield/IDShield
    

Employer Description:

CareArc is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that offers medical, dental and psychiatric services to everyone, including individuals with insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, and the uninsured. CareArc has many programs and avenues to help our patients who often face health disparities. We care about our community and strive every day in any way we are able, to improve the health outcomes for those we serve. The staff at CareArc respect, celebrate, and build upon the diversity in our staff. We believe in our mission and often have fun while working towards our shared goals, which allows for relationship building and encourages engagement within the company. We at CareArc are part of a strong foundation and continue every day to find innovative and effective ways to continue that legacy laid before us.

Community Profile:

Emporia, Kansas is a progressive city that is strategically centered at the intersection of Interstate 35, Interstate 335 (Kansas Turnpike), U.S. Highway 50 and Kansas Highway 99. Being a center for diverse manufacturing trade, education, medicine, and tourism is a fact this city takes pride in. Emporia is the founding city of Veteran’s Day as well the home to the Dynamic Discs Open formally the Glass Blown Open, and the premier gravel bike race, Unbound Gravel formally the Dirty Kanza. Nestled in Emporia is also Emporia State University and Flint Hills Technical College. Despite all the action in and around the area, Emporia maintains its small-town charm.

To meet patient’s needs, we offer extended hours, prescription assistance, free interpreter services (servicios de intérprete gratis) and free transportation in Lyon County. CareArc is an EEO.