Pharmacist in Charge (PIC)

National Coalition of Healthcare Recruiters; Berwyn (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

National Coalition of Healthcare Recruiters seeks a Pharmacist in Charge to lead operations at a brand-new Galena, IL pharmacy. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.

The role requires directing daily operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, mentoring technicians, and delivering exceptional patient care. The incumbent will dispense prescriptions, manage workflow and inventory, maintain patient records, and uphold HIPAA and other standards while fostering a

Qualifications

• Current Pharmacist license (PharmD required).
• 3-5+ years of retail pharmacy management experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience working with pharmacy patient management systems.

Responsibilities

• Review and accurately dispense prescriptions while ensuring compliance and patient safety.
• Lead, mentor, and support pharmacy technicians in daily operations.
• Manage pharmacy workflow, inventory, medication storage, and ordering processes.
• Maintain accurate patient medication records and profiles.
• Provide patients with education, guidance, and excellent customer service.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, fraud waste & abuse standards, and all pharmacy regulations.
• Monitor medication inventory to prevent shortages, expiration, or waste.
• Coordinate technician schedules and assist with performance management.
• Help build a positive, patient-focused pharmacy culture.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Patient care

Pharmacy management

Education

PharmD required

Tools

Pharmacy management system

Job description

(Only QUALIFIED Healthcare Professionals accepted) Pharmacist - Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) - Relocation Assistance Available New Pharmacy Location - Galena, Illinois Monday-Friday | 9:00 AM-5:30 PM | No Evenings or Weekends Convenient On-Site Parking Competitive Salary - $150,000 to $160,000 - DOE Excellent Benefits Package Direct Hire Full-time

Lead a Brand-New Pharmacy with a Growing Team

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) to lead operations at a newly opened pharmacy in Galena, IL. This is an exciting opportunity for a pharmacy leader who is passionate about patient care, team development, and creating an outstanding pharmacy experience from the ground up. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates. In this leadership role, you will oversee daily pharmacy operations, ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations, support and mentor pharmacy technicians, and provide exceptional care to every patient you serve.

What You'll Do

• Review and accurately dispense prescriptions while ensuring compliance and patient safety
• Lead, mentor, and support pharmacy technicians in daily operations
• Manage pharmacy workflow, inventory, medication storage, and ordering processes
• Maintain accurate patient medication records and profiles
• Provide patients with education, guidance, and excellent customer service
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, fraud waste & abuse standards, and all pharmacy regulations
• Monitor medication inventory to prevent shortages, expiration, or waste
• Coordinate technician schedules and assist with performance management
• Help build a positive, patient-focused pharmacy culture

What We're Looking For

• Current Pharmacist license (PharmD required)
• 3-5+ years of retail pharmacy management experience preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience working with pharmacy patient management systems
• Passion for patient care and team collaboration

Why Join them?

• Brand-new pharmacy environment
• Leadership opportunity with autonomy and growth potential
• Relocation assistance available
• Stable Monday-Friday schedule with lunch closure
• Supportive team culture and work-life balance

If you're ready to take the next step in your pharmacy leadership career and make a meaningful impact in a growing community, we'd love to hear from you!

Community Attractions

• Charming historic downtown with shops, restaurants, and boutiques
• Outdoor recreation including hiking, golf, skiing, and Mississippi River activities
• Home to wineries, breweries, and scenic rolling hills
• Popular year-round tourist destination with festivals and local events
• Close-knit community with small-town charm and affordable living
• Nearby attractions include Chestnut Mountain Resort and Ulysses S. Grant Home
• Easy weekend access to Dubuque and the greater Midwest region