Pharmacist in Charge (PIC)

Afinida•Metairie, LA

12h•$70

About The Position

Position Overview: The primary responsibility of the Pharmacist in Charge is to ensure adherence to facility SOP’s and procedures, adherence to state and federal regulations, and directly supervise pharmacists. The PIC will work to ensure production goals are achieved, assist with investigations, assist in daily operational pharmacy duties, monitor training and work with training/compliance team to ensure all training is up to date. This position is available in either a Full-Time or PRN position.

Requirements

Must be a registered and licensed pharmacist
Registered pharmacist or doctor of pharmacy from accredited pharmacy school
At least 2 years experience as a licensed pharmacist in retail or specialty pharmacy
The Pharmacist in Charge shall maintain at all times a pharmacist license in the state of Louisiana that is in good standing and current. Obtaining licensure in other states may be required to fulfill state specific regulatory obligations.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact professionally with patients
Good organizational skills and an orientation to detail is required
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
Proficiency in using medical equipment and electronic health records (EHR) systems
Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, and keyboard
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work
Light to moderate lifting may be required
Ability to work in a confined area
Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period

Responsibilities

Plan department performance to comply with company guidelines
Control and evaluate pharmacy performance to achieve budget objectives and maintain a high level of customer acceptance
Follow or adjust merchandising and pricing programs within established guidelines
Achieve or exceed projected labor and productivity goals
Review all direct and indirect department expenses
Provide Management with a performance to budget assessment
Set an example of personal integrity, appearance and ethical business practices which provides a standard of conduct for all department personnel
Ensure all pharmacies comply with all state and federal pharmacy laws
Recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and training pharmacy personnel
Pharmacy personnel evaluation
Purchasing and inventory management of all pharmaceuticals
Review of Third-Party Adjudications and Reconciliations to assure maximum reimbursement rates
The pharmacist-in-charge of any pharmacy where discrepancies are noted upon inspection by the Board, within 30 days of receiving notice of such discrepancy, shall submit in writing to the Board the steps taken or proposed to eliminate the discrepancy
The pharmacist-in-charge shall verify, on employment and annually, the licensure of pharmacists and the registration of technicians under their supervision
The pharmacist-in-charge shall maintain and file with the Board of Pharmacy, on a form provided by the board, a current list of all pharmacy technicians assisting in the provision of pharmacy services
The pharmacist-in-charge shall be employed by the pharmacy (not contracted)
The pharmacist-in-charge shall maintain and file with the Board of Pharmacy, on a form provided by the board, a current list of all pharmacists working within the pharmacy
The pharmacist-in-charge shall develop and implement written policies and procedures to specify the duties to be performed by pharmacy technicians. The duties and responsibilities of these personnel shall be consistent with their training and experience
Provide highest level of patient care in providing pharmaceutical dispensing services
Fill prescriptions through Pharmacy Management System and promote patient communication
Keep abreast of new items, changing laws, regulations, and new pharmacy-related programs through participation in continuing education courses and reviewing pharmacy-related literature
As a pharmacist and employee, maintain good company loyalty, set a good example, and project a healthy positive attitude
Must be physically located at and involved with day-to-day operation of the pharmacy
Responsible for purchasing, receiving, storing, handling, dispensing, recordkeeping, waste, and final disposition of medications
Must be able to counsel patients according to state and federal requirements
Pharmacists have a corresponding responsibility to make sure medications are issued for a legitimate medical purpose by an individual practitioner acting in the usual course of his professional practice.