Pharmacist in Charge

Marin Community Clinics•Novato, CA

13d•$180,000 - $200,000•Onsite

About The Position

Marin Community Clinics, founded in 1972, is today, a multi-clinic network with a wide array of integrated primary care, dental, behavioral, specialty and referral services. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), we provide vital health services to almost 40,000 individuals annually in Marin County. The Clinics regularly receive national awards from the Health Resources and Services Administrations (HRSA). Our Mission is to promote health and wellness through excellent, compassionate care for all. The Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) manages a group of support staff (pharmacist(s), technician(s), clerk(s) who, under the direction of a physician’s prescription, appropriately compound and dispense prescribed drugs in a retail or healthcare facility environment. Oversees appropriate staff in transferring prescriptions, handling incoming physician calls, logging data into the computer, Rx workflow processing, and conducting drug utilization reviews. Familiar with the latest variety of industry practice and clinical concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish set goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity, initiatives, and diligence is expected.

Requirements

Must have a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an institution accredited by the Accreditation Council of Pharmacy Education (ACPE).
Must hold an active, unrestricted California Pharmacist License.
Excellent communications skills
Ability to mentor entire pharmacy staff while fostering customer relations.
High degree of initiative, self-starter, goal-oriented, and able to motivate individuals to achieve targeted results
Must be able to work and direct staff in a fast-paced work environment
Must be able to efficiently utilize Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) in areas such as drafting documents, creating spreadsheets, and organizing calendars through email
Fulfill immunization and fit for duty regulatory requirements.
Prolonged standing, walking, and prolonged periods sitting at desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times and move boxes and equipment.
Fine motor hand movements typical of performing standard computer entry and prescription tabulation and inventory.
Able to read charts graphs and readings on documents and computers.

Nice To Haves

Certifications in different areas of pharmacy a plus.
Completion of an accredited post-graduate residency program a plus.
5 years of pharmacy managerial experience managing a pharmacy department or other department in healthcare setting is preferred.
5 years of work experience in a Federally Qualified Health Center clinic setting preferred but not required.
Prior Pharmacist in charge experience is preferred.
Bilingual in Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

Maintain highest quality of pharmaceutical care and services.
Keep abreast of changing laws, regulations, and new pharmacy-related programs through participation in continuing education courses and reviewing pharmacy-related literature.
The PIC shall be responsible for a pharmacy's compliance with all state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to the practice of pharmacy.
Dispensing and maintaining proper inventory of controlled substances pursuant to all state and federal laws.
Direct activities and workflow efficiency of staff pharmacist(s), pharmacy clerk(s), technician(s), intern(s), or extern(s).
Proper ordering and maintenance of dangerous drugs or devices and supplies for the pharmacy.
Scheduling pharmacy personnel and providing bi-monthly time sheets to finance department.
Able to operate and maintain automated drug dispensing machinery.
Communicate with staff on progress of policies and procedures involving the pharmacy department.
Maintain a high level of professionalism, consistent with company standards, in dress, personal appearance and grooming.
Consult with clinic providers, administrators, and other personnel for the purpose of providing quality patient care and maximizing pharmacy performance.
Manage key areas of the P&L report to control expenses for the pharmacy.
Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
As a pharmacist and employee, maintain good company loyalty, set a good example, and project a healthy positive attitude.
Performs other duties as assigned.