Dispensary Pharmacist

Ethos International Ltd • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

Ethos Cannabis is seeking a Dispensary Pharmacist responsible for managing the dispensing of cannabis products to patients at our dispensary. The Pharmacist will ensure patients receive the correct dosage and provide education and counseling as needed. This role includes completing a prospective drug utilization review to assess therapy appropriateness, dosage, route, duration, allergies, drug interactions, contraindications, and possible misuse. The ideal candidate will contribute to a strong ethical and team-oriented culture, ensuring a compelling consumer-centric vision focused on helping individuals feel and live better through their experiences with cannabis.

Requirements

• PharmD active license in good standing without restrictions
• 1 to 3 years of related experience in managing a pharmacy operation
• High energy, patient focused
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to learn and understand cannabinoids and how they interact with the human body
• Ability to work effectively with employees, management, a diverse patient base, governmental agencies, community members and the general public
• Understanding of applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations as they pertain to the industry, personnel law, safety regulations, local municipal codes and organizational rules, regulations, directives and standard operating procedures
• Ability to provide timely and accurate medication information to patients
• Ability to communicate potential problems and likely solutions to the prescriber
• Maintain a comprehensive pharmacy patient profile; oversee the packaging labeling, and distribution of medications for all patients and employees according to established policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Complete the Pennsylvania Department of Health's Cannabis Health Professional training
• Knowledge and/or ability to use pharmacy information systems
• Proficient with computers and POS systems
• Proven organizational skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization
• Leadership and interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

• Previous cannabis retail experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Become proficient with the point-of-sale system (MJ Freeway)
• Ensure compliance with all Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Program rules and regulations
• Dispense medical cannabis medications based on patient's physician recommendations
• Provide individual patient consultations to determine the best therapy in conjunction with the recommendations made by patient's physician
• Conduct other dispensary tasks, such as greeting patients at reception and working the sales floor
• Submit and review the state prescription monitoring program
• Comply with state laws as regulated by the Pennsylvania medical cannabis program
• Maintain records along with removing outdated and damaged drugs from dispensary inventory
• Supervise the work results of support personnel; maintaining current pharmacist registration
• Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Maintain pharmacological knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; working to establish professional networks
• Support marketing content creation on a by-project basis
• Give guidance to a team of Medical Professionals while reporting directly to the General Manager

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• This position is classified as Exempt and is not eligible for overtime pay

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree