Pharmacy Manager-Massachusetts

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health; Chadwick Square (MA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health in Worcester, MA is seeking an experienced Pharmacy Manager to oversee local operations, ensure accurate dispensing, procurement and compliance with regulations. You will lead the pharmacy team, collaborate with leadership and manage contracts and Medicaid matters.

The role requires a MA-licensed pharmacist with 4+ years in hospital/long-term care or retail settings and 2+ years of administrative leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy required.
• Licensed as a Registered Pharmacist by State Board is required in MA.
• Minimum of four years in hospital/long-term care/retail with two years administrative experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate staff in-services, training and evaluations.
• Collaborate with leadership to optimize pharmacy operations and distribution.
• Maintain continuing education: at least 30 DEU hours every two years.
• Assist in contracts, Medicaid applications and renewals.
• Prepare information for government agencies and auditors.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you an experienced Pharmacist with administrative experience who is a compassionate team collaborator who puts people first, shows care and concern for all and enjoys working with leadership? Are you a self-starter with excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills looking for your ”Occupassion”? Do you want to join an organization that is focused on Servant Leadership with a growth mindset?

If you answered YES to any of these questions, then we invite you to bring your “roll-up-your sleeves and get the job done” attitude and commitment by joining our Devereux team!

Being a Pharmacy Manager has its Advantages

In this role, you will collaborate with other dedicated professionals, internally and externally, who share your passion for helping individuals in need.

We offer:

• A unique opportunity where the work you perform will support Devereux’s National Center and Centers throughout the country with pharmacy related needs, resulting in contributions that have relevance to the provision of services to individuals;
• A Supportive team collegial work atmosphere with the ability to deliver high-quality services.
• ASCEND - the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give behavioral healthcare workers - the career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills and financial assistanceyou need to reach your full potential. This program includestuition and student loan repayment!
• Salary Range: $128,900 to $145,000.

About Quality Health Pharmacy:

Quality Health Pharmacy (QHP), a division of Devereux, began out of our Texas Center in 1992, and due to the needs of our more than 11 centers across the nation, we are expanding our pharmacy program. Devereux’s Pharmacy Office, located in Worcester, MA, is seeking an experienced Pharmacy Manager to join our Pharmacy team. Under the direction of the VP of Pharmacy, you will be responsible for the overall local operations of our Florida Pharmacy to assure that all prescriptions and medications are dispensed appropriately to the Individuals we serve, including procuring appropriate inventory, maintaining processes and procedures in accordance with best practices and as defined by regulatory agencies, accrediting bodies and standards of pharmacy.

Our ideal candidate is a great collaborator and can successfully juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. In this role you will:

• Direct and coordinate staff in-services, training, competency assessments, orientation, evaluations and performance reviews;
• Work closely with leadership to implement distribution methods that serve the Individuals’ needs and tend to pharmacy operations;
• Maintain competency by attending at least 30 DEU hours of continuing education every two years;
• Assist in setting up contracts, Medicaid applications and renewals;
• Prepare and disseminate information requested by government agencies and external auditors;

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited School of Pharmacy;
• Licensed as a Registered Pharmacist by State Board of Pharmacy in Massachusetts;
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in a hospital, long-term care or retail pharmacy with two (2) years administrative experience preferred;
• Broad knowledge of professional and commercial phases of the pharmaceutical industry, with emphasis on compounding and dispensing, drug actions, side effects, contraindications and normal dosage ranges, and Federal, State and local laws regarding the pharmacy and dispensing of drugs;
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office products;
• Strong customer service skills and team player with the ability to adapt to change and work effectively in a cross-functional team environment;
• Multi-tasker with ability to meet deadlines;
• Valid driver’s license and car is required.

Company Overview

Devereux is one of the nation’s largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults – and their families – every year.

Our Mission: Devereux changes lives – by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.

With nearly 6,500 employees working in programs across the country, Devereux is a trusted partner for families, schools and communities, serving individuals in the areas of autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, specialty mental health, education and foster care.

Our Culture, Our Expectations

At Devereux, Servant Leadership is embedded throughout our culture and every aspect of our organizational framework. Our mission-driven, people-first mindset is at the heart of the compassionate and high-quality programming we provide – every day – for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders. Devereux offers challenging and exciting work, and our team environment creates an empowering, positive and rewarding atmosphere. To be successful at Devereux, you will: put the needs of others first, feel called to serve and called to lead. As a member of our team, you will be a significant part of our commitment to providing a welcoming and supportive work environment across all programs and services, and within all policies and employee practices.

We believe a workplace rooted in inclusivity – offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors – is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world – one person, one family, one community at a time.

What Devereux Offers You

In addition to a competitive salary, Devereux provides a comprehensive health and welfare program to eligible full-time employees, family members and domestic partners. Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment. In addition, we offer;

• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.

• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.

• Generous time-off (start accruing 1st day), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee paid supplemental life and accident coverage.

• Employee assistance / work-life balance program.

Visit www.mydevereuxbenefits.org to see why Devereux is a great place to work!

Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE