Floating Pharmacist

SpartanNash • Paw Paw, MI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. A distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states. Our braggingly happy team members — ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists — create braggingly happy customers spanning national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company’s own brick-and-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now! Location: 847 S. Kalamazoo Ave. - Paw Paw, Michigan 49079 Position Summary: This role is r esponsible for the efficient, ethical and lawful compounding and dispensing of prescription pharmaceuticals. Advises customers on the use and storage of prescription and non prescription drugs. Orders and maintains supply of pharmaceutical stock. Oversee pharmacy technicians as needed. Here’s what you’ll do: Receive prescription and refill requests from customers and/or clinics and fill prescriptions requests efficiently and accurately and in a professional and courteous manner. Dispense medications as prescribed; oversee and ensure accurate retrieving, counting, pouring, weighing, mixing, packaging and/or labeling of products. Provide medication counsel and advise customers on both prescription and over-the-counter medications regarding use, dosage, drug interactions/side effects, storage, etc. Responsible to order , stock , check inventory, and perform cycle counts in the pharmacy, for both prescription and over-the-counter items and maintain familiarity of department products. Review and validate received orders for amount, quality, count or weight, condition and ensure all products are stored in appropriate areas. Ensure all out dated /damaged products are handled per established guidelines. Maintain Pharmacy records to include, but not limited to, customer profiles, insurance forms, pharmacy record/POS systems, inventories, control records and registries (i.e., poisons, narcotics, controlled substances, etc.) Lead and/or oversee pharmacy technicians and/or pharmacy interns as needed to ensure efficient and accurate service is provided. Communicate with the Pharmacy Manager about any potential concerns. Maintain a clean and well-stocked department; ensure the department complies with Company standards. Maintain and implement pharmacy programs (i.e. security measures, immunizations and other clinical programs) accordingly. May be responsible to provide clinical care services as assigned. Maintain current knowledge of legal regulations, industry trends and best Pharmacy practices; make recommendations to improve current programs and processes and to ensure company legal compliance/ Comply with all applicable federal and state regulations. Understand and communicate Company service and loyalty programs and model high standards of service to achieve a customer oriented store. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed .

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (Required) in Pharmacy or related field required.
• Three years experience in pharmaceutical department.
• Pharmacy License (in good standing) required in the state of operation.
• Strong knowledge of HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules, pharmacy laws, rules, and guidelines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; strong customer service skills,
• Strong multi-tasking, organization, attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Good leadership abilities with capability to work in a hands-on environment.
• Successfully completes required continuing education hours and maintains Pharmacy License in good standing.
• Working knowledge of perpetual inventory procedures.
• Proficient in Word and Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate degree in Pharmacy preferred
• Immunization Certification preferred.
• Bilingual skills helpful based on demographic region.

Responsibilities

• Receive prescription and refill requests from customers and/or clinics and fill prescriptions requests efficiently and accurately and in a professional and courteous manner.
• Dispense medications as prescribed; oversee and ensure accurate retrieving, counting, pouring, weighing, mixing, packaging and/or labeling of products.
• Provide medication counsel and advise customers on both prescription and over-the-counter medications regarding use, dosage, drug interactions/side effects, storage, etc.
• Responsible to order , stock , check inventory, and perform cycle counts in the pharmacy, for both prescription and over-the-counter items and maintain familiarity of department products.
• Review and validate received orders for amount, quality, count or weight, condition and ensure all products are stored in appropriate areas.
• Ensure all out dated /damaged products are handled per established guidelines.
• Maintain Pharmacy records to include, but not limited to, customer profiles, insurance forms, pharmacy record/POS systems, inventories, control records and registries (i.e., poisons, narcotics, controlled substances, etc.)
• Lead and/or oversee pharmacy technicians and/or pharmacy interns as needed to ensure efficient and accurate service is provided.
• Communicate with the Pharmacy Manager about any potential concerns.
• Maintain a clean and well-stocked department; ensure the department complies with Company standards.
• Maintain and implement pharmacy programs (i.e. security measures, immunizations and other clinical programs) accordingly.
• May be responsible to provide clinical care services as assigned.
• Maintain current knowledge of legal regulations, industry trends and best Pharmacy practices; make recommendations to improve current programs and processes and to ensure company legal compliance/
• Comply with all applicable federal and state regulations.
• Understand and communicate Company service and loyalty programs and model high standards of service to achieve a customer oriented store.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed .

Benefits

• As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.
• SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging.
• We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans.
• We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees