Pharmacist in Charge: Lead Pharmacy Operations & Compliance

Via Care LA; South Gate (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Via Care Community Health Center seeks a Pharmacist in Charge to lead all pharmacy operations within a FQHC setting. You will supervise staff, ensure compliance with DEA, HIPAA, and state laws, and drive medication management programs and quality initiatives.

The PIC will provide advanced clinical services, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and oversee pharmacy-based population health and grant-supported activities. A strong regulatory background and leadership experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (Rph) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from a school of Pharmacy recognized by the California State Board of Pharmacy
• Current license in good standing by the California State Board of Pharmacy
• BLS Card
• Minimum two years of experience as a registered pharmacist, preferred one year in Community Health Centers
• Conversational in ‘Medical-Pharmacy Spanish’

Responsibilities

• Serve as the designated Pharmacist in Charge as defined by the California Business and Professions Code and the California Board of Pharmacy; maintain all required PIC notifications and documentation.
• Ensure pharmacy operations comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including DEA regulations, HIPAA, California Pharmacy Law, and HRSA/FQHC requirements.
• Maintain and update pharmacy policies and procedures to reflect current regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Oversee controlled substance accountability, recordkeeping, and diversion prevention programs; coordinate DEA inspections and reporting.
• Manage pharmacy permits, licenses, and renewals, including facility and personnel licensure.
• Serve as the primary contact for California Board of Pharmacy inspections, audits, and inquiries.

Skills

Conversational in Medical-Pharmacy-SpA

BLS Card

Education

Bachelor of Science (Rph) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Job description

Via Care Community Health Center seeks a Pharmacist in Charge to lead all pharmacy operations within a FQHC setting. You will supervise staff, ensure compliance with DEA, HIPAA, and state laws, and drive medication management programs and quality initiatives.

The PIC will provide advanced clinical services, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and oversee pharmacy-based population health and grant-supported activities. A strong regulatory background and leadership experience are essential.