Pharmacy Manager | $65K Sign On | Up to $27K Relocation

Covelo Direct; Tillamook (OR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Covelo Direct is seeking a Staff Pharmacist to lead and operate the pharmacy team in Tillamook, Oregon. The role requires delivering exceptional customer service, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving inventory management and sales initiatives.

The candidate will supervise, coach, and develop staff while maintaining accurate records and adhering to all policies. This position emphasizes leadership, process optimization, and collaboration with local physicians and partners.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy or Pharm.D. degree from an accredited U.S. school of pharmacy.
• Minimum of two years of retail pharmacy experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Willingness to participate in continuing education and professional development.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties of a Staff Pharmacist.
• Direct workflow to minimize wait times and improve service.
• Develop and promote pharmacy sales plans and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations and company policies.
• Lead the pharmacy team to achieve inventory utilization goals and maintain records.
• Train staff on ordering and inventory management procedures.
• Monitor third-party insurance profitability and resolve billing issues.

Skills

Customer service

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Attention to detail

Education

Pharm.D. or Pharmacy degree

Job description

• Perform all duties of a Staff Pharmacist while serving as a role model for the pharmacy team.
• Manage customer concerns professionally and direct workflow to minimize wait times and improve service.
• Develop, implement, supervise, and promote pharmacy sales plans and initiatives established by the division pharmacy department.
• Ensure compliance with all state pharmacy regulations, federal laws, and company policies.
• Lead the pharmacy team in achieving inventory utilization goals, minimizing overstock, reducing fill-on-arrival prescriptions, and maintaining accurate inventory records.
• Ensure all staff members are trained on and follow proper ordering and inventory management procedures.
• Comply with all corporate policies and procedures related to controlled substances.
• Monitor third-party insurance profitability and resolve billing issues, claim rejections, and audit requests in a timely manner.
• Schedule pharmacy staff efficiently to meet operational needs while controlling labor costs.
• Maintain all pharmacy records required by state and federal regulations, as well as company policies.
• Drive the pharmacy to achieve budgeted labor, inventory, volume, and sales goals.
• Build relationships with local physicians and community partners through effective outreach and professional engagement.
• Promote, implement, and participate in public health initiatives, immunization programs, and disease state management services.
• Travel independently, as needed, to support business operations.
• Supervise, coach, and develop pharmacy staff by providing regular feedback and conducting performance evaluations.
• Perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) from an accredited U.S. school of pharmacy.
• Minimum of two years of retail pharmacy experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Completion of company-sponsored clinical training programs.
• Willingness to participate in continuing education and professional development.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
• Strong commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to accurately read and interpret prescriptions and related documentation.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Board certification in a relevant pharmacy specialty.
• Additional education or experience in business or pharmacy management.