Assistant Pharmacy Manager - Lexington, KY

Publix•Lexington, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Publix Pharmacy Associates work in a patient-centric environment offering clinical services such as immunizations and medication therapy management (MTM). The Assistant Pharmacy Manager supports the overall success of the pharmacy department and, in the Pharmacy Manager’s absence, serves as the pharmacist-on-duty. The role provides pharmacy services and leadership, mentors and develops staff, manages department performance and operations, and advances clinical initiatives. The position also participates in local community health events and requires a flexible work-week schedule to meet customer needs.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Must be a graduate of a school of pharmacy.
Must have and maintain an unrestricted state pharmacist license.
Must not have active suspensions, sanctions, or other restrictions related to participation in a private, federal, or state health insurance program, upon hire or thereafter.
Must not have received an unacceptable result on a company-sponsored drug test within the last three years.
Must be an immunizing pharmacist meeting state requirements, or be scheduled to become an immunizer in the next set of training classes.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to interpret and understand instructions and solve problems.
Numerical and financial aptitude and knowledge of retail merchandising and inventory.

Responsibilities

Support the overall success of the pharmacy department by executing strategy, motivating and inspiring staff as pharmacist-on-duty, setting priorities, seeking feedback, and pursuing development opportunities.
Provide high-quality pharmacy service, including counseling patients, building personalized relationships, promoting customer loyalty, and offering pharmacist-led clinical services.
Mentor, train, and develop pharmacy staff, tailoring developmental opportunities and assignments to individuals’ needs.
Inspire the team to meet department goals, encourage accountability, and champion programs, processes, and innovation.
Manage department performance, including scheduling and assigning tasks so operational activities are completed efficiently and on time.
Use pharmacy sales and service metrics, best practices, and sound business decisions to drive continuous improvement in the absence of the pharmacist in charge.
Develop expertise in the pharmacy technology system and its use for routine and complex prescription processing.
Manage medication inventory, mentor others on inventory best practices, maximize sales, minimize shrink, and meet customer needs using programs such as auto refill and Sync Your Refills.
Advance clinical initiatives, including Medication Therapy Management and immunizations.
Participate in local community events, such as health screenings, addressing local health and preventative-care needs.
Maintain a flexible work-week schedule and perform other duties as assigned.