Pharmacist Manager

Price Chopper; City of Glens Falls (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Price Chopper seeks a Pharmacy Manager to oversee daily pharmacy operations, ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, and manage financial and personnel functions to optimize performance.

The role includes supervising staff, counseling patients and providers, delivering immunization and MTM services, training associates, and maintaining safety, quality, and regulatory standards across the department.

Qualifications

• Licensed and registered Pharmacist in good standing.
• Immunization Certification.
• Valid Driver’s License and must be 21+.
• Must submit to DL Monitoring.
• 5-year Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy.
• Proficiency with pharmacy computer systems and automated dispensing systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively: verbal, written and electronic.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage others.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation of the pharmacy department to achieve service levels and financial goals.
• Manage pharmacy staff performance and training.
• Counsel patients and providers on drugs, interactions and safety.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, board of pharmacy regulations and company policies.
• Participate in immunization, MTM and wellness programs.
• Maintain inventory, budget, payroll and third‑party administration.
• Maintain quality improvement programs and patient safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Pharmacy computer systems

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (5-year)

Tools

Pharmacy Computer

Automated dispensing systems

Job description

The Pharmacy Manager is responsible for overseeing the pharmacy's operations, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and company regulations, and managing financial and personnel functions to maintain optimal performance. They also provide patient care services, including counseling and training pharmacy associates, while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and legal compliance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Registers with state board of pharmacy as supervising pharmacist or pharmacist in charge.
• Oversees for maintaining the pharmacy in good standing with all federal, state, board of pharmacy regulations, and company policies.
• Responsible for the entire operation of the pharmacy department to achieve expected pharmacy service levels, financial goals including budget, payroll, third party administration, scheduling and inventory management to promote optimal financial viability.
• Responsible for managing pharmacy support personnel functions within the pharmacy department, including job performance and review.
• Responsible for guidance and training of pharmacy associates and holds them accountable for complying with regulatory and company police.
• Ensures completion of company required training by all pharmacy associates.
• Participates in patient centered services including immunization, MTM, and wellness programs.
• Counsels patients and medical providers regarding the nature and use of drugs, dosage, drug interactions, and side effects.
• Maintains and participates in continuous quality improvement programs to ensure patient safety.
• Maintains department facilities consistent with legal and company standards.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed and registered Pharmacist in good standing within the state of practice
• Immunization Certification
• Must have a Valid Driver’s License.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Must submit to DL Monitoring.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 5-year Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy
• Proficiency with pharmacy computer systems and automated dispensing systems
• Ability to communicate effectively: verbal, written and electronic.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage others.
• Ability to assign, prioritize, and evaluate the work of others.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Walking Frequent 3-5 Hours

Bending Occasional 1-3 Hours

Twisting Occasional 1-3 Hours

Squatting/Kneeling Occasional 1-3 Hours

Pushing/Pulling Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 25lbs

Lifting Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 25lbs

EQUIPMENT USED

• Telephone system
• Pharmacy Computer
• Case Cutter
• Marking Gun
• Cash Register

Our Company does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, affection or sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, liability for military service, status as a veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.