Pharmacist-in-Charge

PurposeMed•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$160,000 - $190,000•Onsite

About The Position

PurposeMed is a Canadian-founded healthtech company established in 2019 with a mission to improve access to complex care for underserved communities. We’ve combined our clinical roots with a drive to scale, and now our exceptional team provides specialized care to thousands of patients every month. PurposeMed consists of three complex care business units: Freddie, Frida, and Foria, and partners with Affirming Care Pharmacy. Freddie improves sexual health through education, prevention, and treatment with a focus on the LGBTQ2S+ community. As the #1 rated PrEP provider in North America, we’re proudly dismantling barriers to sexual healthcare for patients across both Canada and the USA. Frida transforms the lives of patients through easier access to adult ADHD diagnosis and fast, affordable treatment. Foria provides trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse Canadians with specialized, gender-affirming healthcare. Affirming Care Pharmacy provides discreet, specialty prescription delivery across North America. Operating from Calgary, Mississauga, Toronto, and San Antonio, they provide our patients with an integrated, end-to-end healthcare experience. We are proud to be ranked #2 on Deloitte’s 2024 list of Canada’s 50 fastest-growing tech companies and recognized as one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures for two consecutive years. Driven by a strong mission, our team is passionate about making healthcare accessible to those who need it most—and we make sure to have fun along the way! We aren't just opening a new branch; we’re planting a flag. Affirming Care Pharmacy is expanding to Los Angeles, and we’re looking for a founding Pharmacist-in-Charge to lead the launch. This is far from a "plug-and-play" role; you will be instrumental from day one—scouting locations, navigating California’s regulatory landscape, and building essential vendor relationships to stand up our operations. Reporting to the Director of Pharmacy, you'll have significant autonomy and a direct line to leadership as a founding team member in a new market. From securing our first site to dispensing the first prescription, you will shape an environment where every patient feels seen. If you’re a pharmacist who believes that "entrepreneurial" and "empathetic" belong in the same sentence, we want to talk.

Requirements

A Pharmacist Degree (PharmD or equivalent) from an accredited institution
An active California Pharmacist license in good standing or the ability to obtain one prior to start
Eligibility to serve as a Pharmacist-in-Charge in California
3+ years of experience as a licensed Pharmacist, with a meaningful portion in a retail, community, or specialty pharmacy setting
Experience with pharmacy startups, new store openings, or significant buildout/renovation projects—you've been through the process of standing something up, not just maintaining them
Familiarity with California Board of Pharmacy regulations and the licensing/permitting process
Strong operational instincts—you are resourceful in solving problems and energized by the opportunity to build a new market while leveraging existing company infrastructure
The ability to set priorities, manage competing demands, and work independently with minimal oversight
Flexibility to work varying shifts, including evenings and weekends, especially during the launch period
Strong communication skills, active listening, and a collaborative, team-first mindset
A genuine passion for inclusive, affirming healthcare

Nice To Haves

Experience with the 340B Drug Pricing Program, including setting up 340B compliance from scratch
Fluency in Spanish
Experience with PioneerRx or similar pharmacy management systems
Pharmacist licensure in multiple states (particularly Texas)
Experience working with LGBTQ+ communities and/or in HIV/PrEP specialty care
Experience hiring and building high-performing pharmacy teams

Responsibilities

Building Our California Presence Leading the site selection process by researching neighborhoods, evaluating potential locations, and providing strategic recommendations to leadership to establish the pharmacy
Managing the California Board of Pharmacy licensing and permitting process, including obtaining the pharmacy permit, DEA registration, and all necessary local business licenses
Overseeing the new site’s path to accreditation by implementing existing Affirming Care clinical and operational standards
Coordinating the pharmacy buildout by working with contractors, architects, and vendors to design and set up the physical space, fixtures, and workflow
Establishing relationships with wholesalers, suppliers, and local healthcare partners
Developing and implementing standard operating procedures tailored to California regulations and the needs of our patient population, while leveraging Affirming Care’s existing Texas infrastructure
Launching & Leading Pharmacy Operations Serving as the Pharmacist-in-Charge with full accountability for the pharmacy's compliance, operations, and patient care standards
Hiring, training, and supervising a high-performing team of pharmacists and support staff as the location scales
Adapting Affirming Care’s established Texas operational infrastructure and inventory frameworks, including 340B and non-340B systems, to the local market
Building efficient dispensing, shipping, and delivery workflows, leveraging existing company protocols while tailoring them to local logistics
Overseeing day-to-day pharmacy operations once the location is open and running
Educating & Supporting Patients Providing expert clinical counseling with a focus on PrEP, STI, and HIV care, delivering exceptional, affirming customer service over the phone and in person
Designing personalized logistics by coordinating with patients to manage shipping, delivery, and discreet packaging preferences
Managing refill cycles and clinical adherence to prevent medication gaps
Assisting patients in navigating insurance challenges and access barriers
Maintaining Compliance & Driving Collaboration Ensuring compliance with all applicable California state laws, federal regulations, and Board of Pharmacy requirements
Staying current on California-specific pharmacy regulations, including any changes that impact operations
Partnering with cross-functional leadership to share market insights and contribute to company-wide clinical and operational innovations

Benefits

Work/life flexibility and time off: Work flexibly within a team that’s remote friendly; we believe that work should fit around your life
20 vacation days and a team that will remind you to use them!
Annual winter break closure
Care for your physical and mental health: Extended medical, dental, and vision care starting on your first day of work!
8 wellness days
$500 health and wellness spending account
$2,000 mental health coverage with additional free online counseling through Inkblot Therapy and FeelingBetterNow mental health assessments
$20,000 of lifetime coverage for gender-affirming care and procedures
Investment in your learning and growth: $500 learning fund to use towards courses and other professional development
Our unique People Potential program, in which you'll partner with your manager to identify opportunities to grow and achieve your full potential
Family care: $3,400 lifetime coverage for fertility drugs
Parental leave program for birthing and non-birthing parents–your choice of: Short term: 4 weeks off to use flexibly in your first year of parenting Long-term: 13 weeks EI top-up
Eligible team members and their dependents also receive no-cost access to PurposeMed’s services: Freddie : PrEP assessment and follow-up appointments Frida : ADHD assessment Foria : Gender-affirming care services