Pharmacist in Charge - Retail Pharmacy - Exempt Position - Four 10-Hour Shifts

Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center • Walsenburg, CO

7d • $119,246 - $172,557

About The Position

Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center is seeking a Pharmacist-in-Charge to oversee the safe, effective, and compliant daily operations of its Retail Pharmacy. The role combines hands-on pharmacy practice with professional leadership, staff support, and continuous improvement. The PIC works closely with the Director of Pharmacy and other healthcare professionals to promote quality patient care, operational effectiveness, and a positive patient experience.

The position is exempt and scheduled for 40 hours per week across four 10-hour shifts. The stated annual pay range is $119,246.40–$172,556.80.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or PharmD degree from an accredited College of Pharmacy.
• At least five years of retail pharmacy patient care and orders management experience, or completion of a PGY2 residency training program, or a combination of ambulatory patient care and residency training.
• Knowledge and skills related to computerized pharmacy systems, special prescription delivery systems, and third-party payor and fiscal reimbursement related to ambulatory care practices.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced knowledge of financial management, including practices and procedures for planning and formulating budgets and monitoring related expenses.
• Knowledge of principles and practices of retail pharmacy operations.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the public, other agencies, employees, and administration.
• Ability to react to frequent changes in duties and volume of work.

Nice To Haves

• ASHP-accredited PGY1 Practice/Community and PGY2 Ambulatory Care Residency training.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily retail pharmacy operations to promote safe, accurate, and efficient prescription services.
• Maintain compliance with applicable state and federal pharmacy laws, regulations, and professional standards.
• Support pharmacy inspection readiness, regulatory audits, investigations, and corrective action plans.
• Provide guidance and support to pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, cashiers, and other pharmacy personnel.
• Promote staff education, competency development, required training, and professional licensing compliance.
• Evaluate and improve pharmacy workflows, procedures, prescription packaging, and medication delivery processes.
• Identify opportunities to enhance patient safety, operational efficiency, service quality, and patient satisfaction.
• Collaborate with acute care clinical pharmacists and other healthcare providers to support continuity of care.
• Serve as a preceptor for pharmacy students and residents, as applicable.
• Monitor medication pricing, reimbursement trends, and operational needs; communicate recommendations and concerns to the Director of Pharmacy.
• Support patient-centered service initiatives and ensure pharmacy services are accessible, respectful, and responsive to community needs.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program.
• 403B retirement fund options, with employer match after one year of employment.
• Cafeteria meal discount.
• Medical benefits, including telehealth options; employer pays 79% of benefit cost.
• Dental and vision benefits.
• Basic life insurance and AD&D, employer paid.
• Supplemental Life/AD&D.
• Paid Time Off.
• Short-term disability, employer paid.
• Critical Illness Insurance.
• Accident Insurance.
• Identity protection.
• Tour of Duty: paid temporary housing for those who qualify.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior