Pharmacy Manager

United Natural Foods, Inc.; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Cub Foods Blaine West is seeking a Pharmacy Manager to lead the pharmacy team, ensure accurate dispensing, and provide patient consultations in compliance with regulations.

The role involves supervising pharmacists, technicians, interns, and clerks, while maintaining HIPAA privacy and participating in audits and program offerings. A state license and immunizer certification are required.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy degree and valid state license.
• Certified Immunizer status.
• Continuing education hours as required by state and company.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Good judgment and ability to work with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead pharmacy operations and supervise pharmacists, technicians, interns, and clerks.
• Provide patient consultations and ensure compliant dispensing.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and patient privacy.
• Oversee Medicare/Medicaid and third-party plans.
• Participate in audits and regulatory inspections.
• Ensure accurate prescription dispensing and inventory control.

Skills

Pharmacy leadership

Customer service

Staff supervision

Regulatory compliance

Immunization certification

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Education

Pharmacy degree (BS or PharmD)

Tools

Pharmacy management software

Job description

Overview

Cub Foods in Blaine West is seeking a Pharmacy Manager who will deliver prompt, efficient and friendly customer service. This role is responsible for effectively managing the operations of the Pharmacy, ensuring accurate prescription dispensing, providing appropriate consultation and supervising pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, grad interns and clerks in compliance with federal and state regulations and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Provides prompt, efficient and friendly customer service through consistent execution of patient care standards
• Smiles and greets customers warmly
• Genuinely thanks each customer and invites them to return
• Assists customers by:
  • escort them to products when possible
  • making appropriate OTC recommendations
  • securing items that are out of reach
  • supporting their shopping experience in every possible way
• Takes all required steps to fill prescriptions in compliance with laws, regulations, physician orders and company policies, including:
  • retrieving accurate product(s)
  • counting, pouring or measuring quantities per company procedures
  • affixing labels securely
  • performing a final audit before dispensing
• Offers professional advice and patient consultation in accordance with federal and state regulations
• Actively participates in all clinical program offerings
• Responds to phone inquiries requiring pharmacist expertise
• Communicates and collaborates professionally with peers, staff, leaders, physicians and customers
• Ensures timely implementation of company policies, procedures and programs
• Enforces operational and professional standards
• Maintains all federal and state recordkeeping requirements for controlled substances
• Supervises pharmacy staff in accordance with federal and state law
• Adheres to regulations regarding Medicare, Medicaid and third-party plans
• Participates in audits in a timely manner
• Ensures HIPAA compliance
• Uses the pharmacy system to access patient records and verify third-party plan parameters
• Orders product through approved sources as necessary
• Stocks and rotates inventory according to company standards
• Utilizes the RX return process
• Trains pharmacy technicians in accordance with state regulations
• Handles hazardous drugs in accordance with standard operating procedures
• Complies with all requirements related to hazardous drug handling and dispensing

Requirements

• Must have a college degree in Pharmacy (BS or PharmD) and hold a valid state license.
• Meets all requirements of and maintains status as a Certified Immunizer
• Must complete continuing education hours as required by state, federal and company training programs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

Scope

• Supervises all pharmacy staff in accordance with Federal and State law while working in the pharmacy
• Provides feedback on pharmacy technician/clerk performance, and amplifies their professional understanding of their role in the pharmacy
• Trains pharmacy technicians and abides by state regulations regarding technician training and licensure

Physical Requirements

• Visual requirements include clarity of vision at more than 20 inches and less than 20 feet with color vision, depth perception and field of vision.
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of job duties.
• Position may require periodic travel throughout assigned area by car.
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule for work life balance.
• Employee discount.
• Weekly pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K match and Paid Time Off

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Compensation:

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

Benefits:

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), https://www.unfi.com/jobs-more-info-wa.html for Washington-specific paid time off details.

Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.

UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law. This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.