Pharmacist In Charge
About The Position
PharMerica is hiring a full-time Pharmacist In Charge in Albany, New York. The role is part of a closed-door, non-retail pharmacy team serving long-term care and senior living clients. The Pharmacist In Charge oversees pharmacy compliance and staff, supports pharmacy operations and clinical care, responds to pharmaceutical inquiries, and maintains accurate patient and regulatory records. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., with one to two evenings per week from 2 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. The position also includes every third weekend, Saturday and Sunday, from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The listed salary range is USD $149,760 to $153,920 per year. Benefits may vary by employment status.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy (BPharm or equivalent).
- Active and unrestricted pharmacist license in the state of practice.
- Demonstrated pharmacy experience.
- In-depth knowledge of pharmacy laws and federal and state regulations related to long-term care.
- Familiarity with pharmaceutical care practices for long-term care residents.
- Proficiency with computers, including pharmacy management systems.
- Strong organizational and planning skills.
- High attention to detail and accuracy.
- Goal-oriented and self-motivated.
- Collaborative team-player mindset.
- Excellent customer service orientation.
- Effective oral communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD).
- Experience in long-term care pharmacy settings.
Responsibilities
- Ensure compliance with state and federal pharmacy laws, regulations, and standards.
- Supervise and direct pharmacy staff in scheduling, purchasing, and clinical responsibilities.
- Collaborate with pharmacy management on efficient daily operations, quality improvement, and cost-containment strategies.
- Provide clinical and technical support to pharmacy and regional staff.
- Respond promptly and accurately to pharmaceutical inquiries from customers and internal staff, interpreting clinical needs and providing expert advice.
- Maintain comprehensive patient records, including medical history, lab data, and concurrent medications, including over-the-counter and alternative therapies.
- Accurately document communications with healthcare providers, patients, and caregivers in the pharmacy system.
- Maintain documentation required for compliance with federal and state regulations and corporate policies.
- Enforce safe practices for procuring, storing, distributing, and disposing of medications and biological products.
- Document communications and clinical interventions in patient medical records, including interactions with families and caregivers.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support the pharmacy team and patient care goals.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, including up to $5,000 for childcare.
- Tuition discounts and reimbursement.
- 401(k).
- Company-paid time off.
- Shift differential.
- DailyPay.
- Pet insurance.
- Employee wellness and discount programs.
- Referral bonuses.
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Job Type
Full-time
