Pharmacist in Charge
Fridayharbordrug
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Job summary
Qualifications
- Minimum 3 years of experience as a pharmacist.
- 1 to 2 years of leadership or management experience preferred.
- Immunization certification as required by Washington State law.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage pharmacy operations and staff.
- Review prescriptions for accuracy and appropriateness.
- Collaborate with healthcare providers for patient care.
Skills
Education
Job description
Description
Friday Harbor Drug | Friday Harbor, WA
$165,000 – $190,000 per year + relocation assistance
Friday Harbor Drug is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Pharmacy Manager to lead our pharmacy team and continue our tradition of exceptional patient care. This role is ideal for a pharmacist who enjoys building meaningful relationships with patients, mentoring a team, and practicing pharmacy in a community focused setting.
As Pharmacy Manager, you will oversee daily pharmacy operations while ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant pharmacy practices. Our pharmacy is deeply rooted in the local community, and we are looking for someone who shares our passion for personalized care and community engagement.
Our pharmacy is supported by experienced technicians and a collaborative team environment that allows pharmacists to focus on what matters most: patient care.
- Practice pharmacy in a true community setting where you know patients by name
- Live and work in the beautiful San Juan Islands
- Lead a respected and well established independent pharmacy
- Work with a supportive and experienced pharmacy team
- Strong technician support that allows pharmacists to focus on patient care
- Opportunity to build meaningful relationships within the community
- Leading a team of pharmacists and technicians to provide exceptional patient care
- Reviewing and verifying prescriptions for accuracy and appropriateness
- Counseling patients on medication therapy, side effects, and drug interactions
- Collaborating with healthcare providers to optimize patient outcomes
- Managing pharmacy workflow and ensuring smooth daily operations
- Building lasting relationships with members of the Friday Harbor community
- Oversee daily pharmacy operations including workflow management and staffing
- Ensure compliance with all state and federal pharmacy laws, DEA regulations, and Washington State Pharmacy Board requirements
- Maintain safe pharmacy practices and accurate record keeping
- Review and verify prescriptions for accuracy and clinical appropriateness
- Ensure medications are dispensed safely and efficiently
- Provide patient counseling regarding medication use, side effects, and interactions
- Lead, mentor, and support pharmacy staff including pharmacists, technicians, and support personnel
- Ensure proper training and adherence to pharmacy policies and procedures
- Foster a positive and collaborative team culture
- Monitor pharmacy inventory and manage medication ordering
- Minimize waste and manage expired medications appropriately
- Maintain quality assurance programs to support safe pharmacy practices
- Work with physicians and healthcare providers to support optimal medication therapy
- Promote patient safety initiatives and community health programs
- Support pharmacy financial performance through effective inventory management and billing oversight
- Implement cost conscious operational practices
Friday Harbor Drug is a trusted, community focused pharmacy located in the heart of the San Juan Islands. For over 100 years, we have proudly served the residents and visitors of Friday Harbor with personalized, high quality pharmaceutical care.
Our pharmacy offers a full range of prescription services, over the counter medications, and wellness products. We take pride in building meaningful relationships with our patients and serving as a reliable healthcare resource for our community.
Friday Harbor is located on San Juan Island in northwest Washington, offering a unique blend of natural beauty, small town charm, and a vibrant local community. Known for its stunning waterfront views, abundant wildlife, and outdoor recreation, the island is a destination for boating, kayaking, whale watching, hiking, and exploring the surrounding San Juan Islands.
The town of Friday Harbor features locally owned shops, restaurants, coffee houses, art galleries, and a picturesque marina, creating a welcoming and walkable downtown. Residents enjoy a slower pace of life while still having access to essential services, healthcare, and regular ferry and air connections to the Seattle area.
Friday Harbor is also a wonderful place to raise a family. The island is home to a supportive community and strong local schools through the San Juan Island School District, offering small class sizes and a close knit learning environment where students receive individualized attention and support.
Living and working here means becoming part of a community where people truly know and support one another. For those who appreciate the outdoors, a strong sense of community, and an incredible place to call home, Friday Harbor offers an exceptional quality of life.
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
- Relocation assistance
- Monday to Friday
- Holidays as needed
- Weekends as needed
Job Type: Full time
Work Location: In person
Requirements
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited pharmacy school
- Active and unrestricted Washington State pharmacist license or ability to obtain prior to start date
- Immunization certification as required by Washington State law
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as a pharmacist
- 1 to 2 years of leadership or management experience preferred
- Strong knowledge of pharmacy laws and regulatory compliance
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Experience as a Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) or pharmacy manager
- Experience managing pharmacy financials and inventory
- Familiarity with community based pharmacy practice, particularly in rural or underserved areas
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