Assistant Pharmacy Manager

Publix•Florence, SC

17d

About The Position

As a Publix Pharmacy Associate, the Assistant Pharmacy Manager works in a patient-centered pharmacy environment offering clinical services such as immunizations and medication therapy management (MTM). The role supports the overall success of the pharmacy department and provides pharmacy service to patients while acting as pharmacist-on-duty in the absence of the Pharmacy Manager. It includes leadership, staff development, operational and inventory management, clinical initiatives, and community engagement. The position 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 and thereafter.
Must not have received an unacceptable result on a company-sponsored drug test within the last three years.
Must be an immunizing pharmacist who meets 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, setting priorities, seeking feedback, and pursuing development opportunities; perform pharmacist-on-duty duties in the Pharmacy Manager’s absence.
Provide pharmacy service to patients, including counseling, personalized relationships, customer loyalty efforts, and pharmacist-led clinical services focused on health, wellness, and preventative care.
Mentor, train, and develop the pharmacy team through developmental opportunities and challenging assignments tailored to staff needs.
Promote accountability for pharmacy department goals and champion programs, processes, and innovation.
Manage department performance, including scheduling and assigning tasks to ensure operational activities are completed efficiently and on time.
Monitor sales and service metrics, apply best practices, make sound business decisions, and pursue continuous improvement.
Become an expert in the pharmacy technology system and its use for routine and complex prescription processing.
Manage medication on-hand inventory and pharmacy inventory operations; mentor others on practices to maximize sales, minimize shrink, and meet customer needs using programs such as auto refill and Sync Your Refills.
Advance pharmacy clinical initiatives, including MTM and immunizations.
Participate in local community events that address local health and preventative care needs, such as health screenings.
Maintain a flexible work-week schedule to meet customer needs and perform other duties as assigned.