MID Pharmacist (South Carolina)

McKesson•Summerville, SC

2d•$100,500 - $167,500

About The Position

The McKesson Total Care Solutions (MTCS) Medically Integrated Dispensing (MID) Pharmacist is a leadership position responsible for the overall operation of the MID pharmacy team. The role includes strategic planning, staff supervision, regulatory and accreditation compliance, coordinating clinical activities, optimizing workflows, and maintaining high standards of medication management and patient care. The pharmacist oversees oral and injectable therapy care plans, from initial patient evaluations and care-plan development through treatment implementation. The role coordinates with clinical providers to deliver pharmaceutical care safely and promptly, dispenses medications according to professional standards, maintains prescription, patient-charge, and inventory records, and adheres to McKesson’s Code of Ethics and Business Standards. The position leads the MID department’s daily operations and staff, supports training and professional development, conducts performance evaluations, and manages departmental budgets and resources as necessary. It also ensures adherence to accreditation standards, maintains compliant records, and participates in accreditation and continuous quality improvement activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Pharm.D. degree from an accredited school of pharmacy.
At least 2 years of experience as a registered pharmacist.
At least 1 to 2 years of prior supervisory and management experience.
Valid South Carolina state licensure as a Registered Pharmacist.
Strong knowledge of medication management and pharmacy operations.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
Proficiency in pharmacy information systems and technology.

Nice To Haves

Rheumatology background.

Responsibilities

Conduct initial patient evaluations and workups concerning disease status and anticipated prescribed therapy, including health histories and other relevant patient data.
Coordinate with physician staff and service providers to plan and implement patient care plans for safe and timely drug therapy; document care and communications in patient clinical charts.
Establish therapeutic objectives and monitor outcomes, identify adverse reactions and complications, and recommend drug-therapy modifications when indicated.
Counsel patients and families about drug therapy, food and alcohol intake, and potential side effects; provide drug information and assistance to medical staff.
Assist with medication access.
Prepare and dispense medication orders; review new and repeat orders and perform quality-assurance checks, including evaluation of patient profiles and drug data for incompatibilities.
Verify patient information, physician authorization, insurance approval, prescription completeness, and correct dosages, including conversions between metric and apothecary equivalents.
Organize and direct technician workflows, verifying medication preparation and labeling, order entries, charges, and inspections.
Properly dispose of hazardous materials or medications when necessary.
Participate in pharmacy teaching and in-service programs, stay current on drug information, and inform staff about new drug regulations.
Assist with developing policies, guidelines, counseling guides, and hazardous-drug handling processes; ensure record keeping complies with practice standards.
Develop and implement strategic plans for the MID department aligned with organizational goals.
Lead and supervise pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and other support staff.
Oversee daily MID department operations to ensure efficient workflows and high-quality service.
Provide team training, mentorship, and professional development; conduct performance evaluations and implement improvement plans as needed.
Manage departmental budgets and resources as necessary.
Ensure adherence to applicable pharmacy-service accreditation standards, maintain required documentation, and participate in accreditation and continuous quality improvement activities.