Pharmacist in Charge

Job Description
Responsible for the practice of pharmacy at the pharmacy for which he/she is the PIC. The PIC must be physically present in the pharmacy a sufficient amount of time to provide supervision and control.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Notifies the regional pharmacy manager of potential violations of any statute, rule or court order existing within the pharmacy.
Monitors industry, regulatory and compliance industry, regulatory and compliance developments (e.g., state Board of Pharmacy, DEA, FDA, etc.) for pending regulatory changes and partner with Division Compliance Officer and pharmacy management to address them.
Works with Floor supervisor to communicates and educates staff on pharmacy-related issues including, but not limited to, regulatory changes/compliance, FDA drug recalls, drug information, sample medications, and investigational studies.
Works with regional pharmacy manager to integrate quality assurance programs for pharmacy services designed to monitor and evaluate the quality and appropriateness of patient care, pursue opportunities to improve patient care, and resolve identified problems. QA programs should be designed to prevent and detect drug diversion.
Maintains a pharmacy technician training manual for the specific practice setting of which he/she is in charge.
Supervises training programs conducted pursuant to the training manual for all individuals employed by the pharmacy who will assist in the practice of pharmacy.
Maintains a record of all technicians successfully completing the pharmacy’s technician training program.
Attests to the Board in a timely manner those persons who have met the training requirements necessary for registration with the Board
Works with regional pharmacy manager to implement policies and procedures for the procurement, storage, security and disposition of drugs and devices.
Assures that all pharmacists and interns employed at the pharmacy are currently licensed and that all pharmacy technicians employed are currently registered with the board (where state law requires).
Makes or files any reports required by state or federal laws, rules, and regulations.
Works with regional manager to respond to the board regarding any warning notice issued by the board.
Supervises policies and procedures implemented for maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of prescription information and patient health care information, and ensures that all employees of the pharmacy read, sign, and comply with the established policies and procedures.
Implements written policies and procedures to specify the duties to be performed by pharmacy technicians.
Ensures pharmacy is in compliance with all local, state, and federal accrediting rules and regulations regarding the practice of pharmacy.
Serves as a primary source of information and responds to internal and external customer questions or clarification of information.
May perform various duties associated with narcotic room compliance to include but not limited to reporting of periodic pharmacy self-surveys for controlled substances prescription accuracy, respond to and resolve regulatory surveyor’s inquires related to compliance issues, contact physician to receive hard copy of prescription and perform drug recall surveillance and reporting
Follow all applicable government regulations including HIPAA.
Other duties as assigned; Job duties may vary by location.
Competencies
Attention to detail
Collaboration Skills
Communication
Decision Making
Discretion
Performance Management
Problem Solving/Analysis
Reliability
Teamwork
Technical Capacity
Supervisory Responsibility
Works with floor supervisors to provide employees with timely, candid and constructive feedback; helps developing employees to their full potential and providing challenging opportunities that enhance employee career growth; works with regional pharmacy m
Work Environment:
This position operates in a long-term care facility. This role may use standard office and/or pharmacy equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, rolling carts, fax machines and etc. A large portion of work shall be performed in the long-term care facility where the noise may be loud.
Physical Demand:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that should be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
May sit or stand seven (7) to ten (10) hours per day
The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, walk, crawl intermittently
May be necessary to work extended hours as needed
May lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this role
Additional Notes:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Travel
The is no travel expected for this position
Education and Experience
Current license to practice pharmacy in good standing
At least two (2) years of related pharmacy management experience recommended
Knowledge of the American Society of Consultant Pharmacist guidelines for practice, state and federal regulations, and drug indicators for long term care centers is recommended
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work with regional manager to plan, develop and coordinate pharmacy activities
Ability to read, analyze and interpret complex topics using reasoning abilities to apply advanced mathematical concepts and draw valid conclusions.
Knowledge of all government regulations impacting upon pharmacy
Ability to work weekends and after hours as needed
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
Pharmacy: 1 year
pharmacy management: 2 years
Pharmacist: 1 year
long term care: 1 year
Company Profile:
Behind every script there is a patient. And behind every thriving healthcare facility there is a seamless pharmacy experience. At PharmScript, we are healthcare professionals first. Through precision, persistence and innovation, we seek to earn the trust of providers, residents, patients, and their loved ones every day, with every delivery.
EEO Statement
PharmScript is fully committed to employing a diverse workforce. We recruit and retain talented individuals without regard to gender, race, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation and gender identity or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.
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