Pharmacist In Charge

Guardian Pharmacy, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Guardian Pharmacy Services in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, is seeking an experienced staff pharmacist with leadership responsibilities to manage daily operations and ensure compliant dispensing.

The role requires state licensure, 5+ years in high-volume settings, and strong focus on accuracy, problem solving, and teamwork within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist with Doctor of Pharmacy degree or equivalent.
• State license without restrictions.
• 5+ years of pharmacist experience preferred, in high-volume settings.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Staff Pharmacists and Technicians; manage daily production and scheduling.
• Ensure compliant dispensing, IV prep, and workflow efficiency.
• Provide on-floor pharmacist coverage at least 75% of time.
• Communicate with Director, Pharmacy Operations on issues affecting safety, production, or compliance.
• Maintain 797-Compliance program and regulatory training.

Skills

Pharmacist experience

Leadership

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Pharmacy operations software

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Pharmacy)

PharmD

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America Extraordinary Care. Extraordinary Careers. With one of the nation’s largest, most innovative long-term care pharmacy services providers, there is no limit to the growth of your career. Right Dose Pharmacy, a member of the Guardian family of pharmacies, has an exciting opportunity for you to join our rapidly growing team in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Why Right Dose Pharmacy?

We’re reimagining medication management and transforming care.

Who We Are and What We’re About

Our core focus is delivering customized medication management solutions to support healthcare organizations serving seniors and individuals with complex care needs. With our comprehensive suite of tech-enabled pharmacy services and a dedicated team of professionals committed to enriching the lives of those we serve, we are redefining how pharmacy care is delivered.

We offer an opportunity to learn and grow your career in a fast-paced, diverse, and inclusive environment. If you are looking for a challenging, team-oriented environment in which you can put your expertise to work, then this is the place for you.

SCHEDULE

VARYING SHIFTS MONDAY-FRIDAY 7A-7P. EVERY 4TH WEEKEND SATURDAY 9A-3P AND SUNDAY 12P-4P. ONE NIGHT OF ON CALL PER WEEK.

Ensures that daily medication dispensing, IV preparation and compounding function smoothly and efficiently. Actively communicates with the Director, Pharmacy Operations to identify and resolve production-related issues in a timely fashion. Ensures that the pharmacy is compliant with all State and Federal laws and regulations, as well as, performs all the functions of a staff pharmacist. Oversees controlled substances and is responsible to the State Board of Pharmacy for Compliance with Regulations and Statutes.

Attributes Required

• Work Ethic/Integrity – must possess intrinsic drive to excel coupled with values in line with company philosophy
• Leadership – ability to lead project teams to deadlines, while maintaining strong team orientation
• Strategy and Planning – ability to think ahead, plan and manage time efficiently
• Problem Solving – ability to analyze causes and solve problems at both a strategic and functional level
• Team Oriented – ability to work effectively and collaboratively with all team members

Essential job functions (include the following)

• Supervises the Staff Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians and manages daily production to ensure all duties are completed in a timely fashion to meet delivery schedules
• Ensures workflow processes and staffing are designed to support accurate and timely prescription dispensing
• Fully competent and able to perform Staff Pharmacist responsibilities; work as a scheduled pharmacist on the floor among the staff at least 75% of the time
• Communicates regularly on a daily basis with the Director, Pharmacy Operations regarding issues or concerns that impact timely production, safety, or compliance
• Ensures that pharmacy processes and record keeping systems are in compliance with all state and federal laws and regulations
• Ensures that newly hired Pharmacists are trained
• Assists the Director, Pharmacy Operations in staffing/scheduling to ensure appropriate licensed coverage as required by Board of Pharmacy
• Oversees all CII ordering, inventory control systems, and dispensing to ensure proper record keeping and dispensing within State and Federal regulations
• Maintains 797-Compliance program to include proper training, documentation and program revision as necessary
• Evaluate workflow processes and implement changes as necessary to achieve greater efficiency, safety and/or regulatory compliance
• Assist with pharmacy student evaluations, assignments and daily duties
• Work collaboratively with other supervisors/functional areas to keep work flowing smoothly and efficiently; provides input for Pharmacist, Fulfillment and Data Entry reviews
• Occasional customer relations duties as assigned
• Special projects or other duties as assigned
• Other essential functions and duties may be assigned as needed

Education and/or Certifications

• Bachelor's Degree (Pharmacy) or PharmD. required
• State Pharmacist License required without restrictions

Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years pharmacist experience preferred, preferably in high-volume pharmacy
• Ability to work independently and deliver to deadlines
• Ability to solve problems with minimal direction
• Great attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment working on multiple tasks simultaneously, while adhering to strict deadlines
• Quality minded; motivated to seek out errors and inquire when something appears inaccurate
• Excellent computer skills, including pharmacy operations system knowledge

Work Environment

• Ability to work flexible hours

What We Offer

Guardian provides employees with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, supporting our core value of, “Treat others as you would like to be treated.” Compensation & Financial Competitive pay 401(k) with company match Family, Health & Insurance Benefits (Full-Time employees working 30+ hours/week only) Medical, Dental and Vision Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts Company-paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Company-paid Long-Term Disability and optional Short-Term Disability Voluntary Employee and Dependent Life, Accident and Critical Illness Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellbeing Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Guardian Angels (Employee assistance fund) Time Off Paid holidays and sick days Generous vacation benefits based on years of service

The Guardian Difference Our clients require pharmacy services that aren’t “cookie cutter.” That’s why every Guardian pharmacy is locally operated and empowered with the autonomy to tailor their business to meet their clients’ needs. Our corporate support offices, based in Atlanta, Ga., provide services such as human resources, business intelligence, legal, and marketing to promote the success of each Guardian location. Regardless of your role at Guardian, your voice and talents matter. Because healthcare is an ever-changing industry, we encourage innovative thinking, intellectual curiosity, and diverse viewpoints to ensure we stay competitive in today’s dynamic business environment. At Guardian, we are dedicated to fostering and advancing a diverse and inclusive workforce. Join us to discover what your best work truly looks like.

Guardian Pharmacy Services is one of the largest and most innovative long-term care pharmacy companies in the U.S. Our nationwide network of locally operated pharmacies delivers customized medication management solutions to support healthcare organizations serving seniors and individuals with complex care needs. With our comprehensive suite of tech-enabled pharmacy services and a dedicated team of professionals committed to enriching the lives of those we serve, Guardian is redefining how pharmacy care is delivered. For more information, please visit www.guardianpharmacy.com

Guardian Pharmacy Services is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons, without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Guardian Pharmacy takes reasonable steps to protect personal information of applicants. As part of our interview and hiring process, Guardian will never ask for financial, banking, or other personal identity information via phone, email, or chat nor would we ask that you purchase equipment or gift cards as part of the hiring process. All steps in the hiring process, including interviews, will be conducted by a Guardian employee or an approved vendor. Although we may use Zoom, Microsoft Teams, other similar communication platforms, we do not conduct interviews solely via the chat function in those platforms.