Pharmacist - Pharmacy Warehouse

CommUnityCare Health Centers; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CommUnityCare Health Centers is seeking a pharmacist-level operations professional to support Class D pharmacy operations, warehouse workflows, and regulatory compliance. You will coordinate with clinic staff, perform monthly inspections, and help develop formularies across clinics.

The role emphasizes training, documentation, and collaboration with care teams to improve patient access and medication management in Austin, Texas. A valid pharmacist license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (BS Pharmacy) is required.
• PharmD (Doctor of Pharmacy) preferred.
• 3 years in Class D pharmacy or similar setting preferred.
• Registered Pharmacist in good standing with state board.

Responsibilities

• Provide pharmacist-level operational guidance to staff related to Class D operations.
• Conduct monthly on-site visits/inspections of Class D pharmacies.
• Assist with formulary development for clinics with Pharmacist in Charge.
• Maintain safe, compliant work environment and adhere to laws.
• Support Pharmacy Warehouse services and coordination of workflow.
• Assist training, onboarding, and competency for Warehouse team.
• Contribute to improvements in CAMIT and EPIC systems.
• Report and analyze processes for continuous improvement.

Skills

Class D operations

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Community engagement

Diplomacy

Cross-functional teamwork

Attention to detail

Relationship building

Pharmacy software

Team collaboration

Licensure readiness

Education

BS Pharmacy

PharmD preferred

Tools

CAMIT

EPIC

EMR systems

Job description

In collaboration with clinical staff across all disciplines and departments, this position provides pharmacist-level operational and compliance support for Class D pharmacy operations, floor stock medication areas, private vaccines, sample medications, and centralized warehouse services/operations under the direction of the Pharmacist in Charge.

Essential Functions

• Provides pharmacist-level operational guidance and support to supportive personnel, including registered nurses, licensed vocational nurses, physician assistants, pharmacy technicians, pharmacy technician trainees, and medical assistants, related to pharmacy processes and Class D pharmacy operations
• Monthly onsite visits/inspections of Class D pharmacies for CommUnityCare and City of Austin to ensure the clinics are following set policies and procedures
• Assist with development of a formulary for the clinics, in conjunction with the Class D Pharmacist in Charge and Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee, consisting of drugs and/or devices needed to meet the objectives of the clinics
• Maintain safe and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures
• Assists with supporting legal operation of the pharmacy, including meeting all inspection and other requirements of all state and federal laws or sections governing the practice of pharmacy
• Supports training, competency, onboarding, and workflow consistency for the Pharmacy Warehouse team under the direction of the Pharmacist in Charge
• Assists the Class D Pharmacist in Charge with coordinating Pharmacy Warehouse services, workflow, and coverage to support efficient operations
• Contributes to the enhancement and optimization of Pharmacy Warehouse software and related technology, such as CAMIT and EPIC
• Helps with the reporting, monitoring, analyzing, and evaluating processes and outcomes for continuous improvement of the Pharmacy Warehouse team as assigned
• Provides operational feedback to the Class D Pharmacist in Charge regarding Pharmacy Warehouse workflow, training needs, and team performance observations, as requested
• Collaborates with other leaders to maintain a team-oriented approach to clinic stock medication management
• Serves as a representative for the Pharmacy Warehouse within CUC multidisciplinary committees as assigned
• Provides day-to-day operational guidance and supports team engagement within the Pharmacy Warehouse
• Serves as a champion for initiatives that enhance pharmacy warehouse operations and improve the quality of patient access to clinic stock medications
• Aids with ensuring tasks associated with medication access, clinic stock medication processes, pharmacy administrative processes, and related duties comply with regulatory and accreditation standards including The Joint Commission and CommUnityCare Standard Operating Procedures and CommUnityCare Policies and Procedures
• Develops and maintains favorable internal relationships, partnerships with team members, including clinical managers, clinical support staff, providers and business office staff
• Supports, leads, and models the vision, mission, and values of CUC
• Special projects and other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledgeable in Class D Pharmacy operation management
• Critical thinking/problem solving
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to engage community partners and openly communicate effectively
• Communicate with tact and diplomacy
• Work with multi-functional teams to complete projects
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Demonstrate a high level of skill at building relationships and providing excellent customer service
• Demonstrate familiarity with tools, technology, and systems typically found within most health care environments (i.e. computer skills, spreadsheets, word processing, EMR systems, pharmacy software etc.) and use these tools to support pharmacy warehouse operations, clinic stock medication processes, documentation, reporting, and invoicing
• Collaborate with care team members and operational partners to support medication access, clinic stock medication processes, and pharmacy compliance
• Complete all mandatory training and maintain appropriate credentials/licensure

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelor\'s Degree (higher degree accepted) in Pharmacy (BS Pharmacy) -Required
• Doctoral Or Professional Degree Doctor Of Pharmacy (PharmD) -Preferred

Work Experience

• 3 years either retail (community), mail order, hospital, or clinic (Class D) pharmacy -Required
• 3 Years Class D Pharmacy Experience Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered Pharmacist in good standing with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy -Required
• Current Health Care Provider Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification through American Heart Association or Will be required to maintain a current CPR certification during employment. -Required
• Texas Class “C” Driver’s License with Proof of automobile liability insurance coverage on personal vehicle utilized for work related purposes. -Required