supervisor retail pharmacy

Advocate Aurora Health; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Clinical Pharmacist to enhance patient care through effective pharmaceutical management. In this pivotal role, you will lead clinical pharmacy programs, provide direct patient care, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborating with healthcare professionals, you'll develop treatment plans while educating and training staff to maintain high-quality service delivery. This position offers a dynamic work environment where your expertise will significantly impact patient outcomes and team performance.

Qualifications

• Pharmacist license required in the practicing state.
• Market-specific medication administration certification needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan and evaluate clinical pharmacy programs for optimal care.
• Supervise pharmacy team and coordinate workflows.

Skills

Pharmaceutical Services

Interpersonal Skills

Decision Making

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Human Resource Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy

Doctorate Degree in Pharmacy

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Department:

10000 API Specialty Pharmacy - Divisional Administrative Expense

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

1st shift - M-F

Major Responsibilities:

• Clinical Program Management: Plan, implement, and evaluate clinical pharmacy programs to ensure optimal pharmaceutical care.
• Patient Care: Provide direct pharmaceutical care to patients, including medication therapy management and patient counseling. Supervise pharmacy team members. Coordinate schedules and workflows for the team. Provide daily direction to the team, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and effectively. Focus on team completion of assignments and being accountable for achieving short-term performance goals and priorities.
• Interdepartmental Collaboration: Work closely with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement treatment plans and protocols.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, including those of the DEA, FDA, and state pharmacy boards.
• Education and Training: Educate and train pharmacy staff, residents, and students in clinical pharmacy practices and principles.
• Quality Improvement: Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and service delivery.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Pharmacist license issued by the state in which the team member practices.
• Market-specific medication administration certification, required.
• Patient-facing teammates are required to have three certifications: Immunization, BLS through an entity approved by Advocate Health, and non-vaccine injectable certification from the state of WI or an approved program if out of state.

Education Required:

• Bachelor's or Doctorate Degree in Pharmacy from an accredited school.

Experience Required:

• Typically requires 2 years of work-related experience in pharmacy practice.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Advanced knowledge of pharmaceutical services and strategic direction.
• Exceptional interpersonal and team-building skills.
• Strong decision-making and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or similar.
• Strong human resource management skills.
• Ability to handle multiple demands effectively.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Walking, standing, pushing medication carts, lifting up to 20 pounds.
• Use of protective equipment, manipulative skills, manual dexterity, hearing, reading small print, speaking clearly.
• Travel required, exposure to weather, chemical hazards, and protective clothing as necessary.
• Ability to sit, stand, and walk for prolonged periods.

This job description provides a general overview of the role. Incumbents may perform other related duties as required.