Pharmacist

SpartanNash • Kearney, NE

15h • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that delivers the ingredients for a better life. A distributor, wholesaler and retailer with a global supply chain network, SpartanNash distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio of products, to locations in all 50 states. Our braggingly happy team members — ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists — create braggingly happy customers spanning national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and the Company’s own brick-and-mortar grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now! Location: 3920 2nd Avenue - Kearney, Nebraska 68847 Position Summary: This role is r esponsible for the efficient, ethical and lawful compounding and dispensing of prescription pharmaceuticals. Advises customers on the use and storage of prescription and non-prescription drugs. Orders and maintains supply of pharmaceutical stock. Oversee pharmacy technicians as needed. The Pharmacy is open M-F 9-6 and closed on major Holidays!

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree (Required) in Pharmacy or related field required.
• Three years experience in pharmaceutical department.
• Pharmacy License (in good standing) required in the state of operation.
• Strong knowledge of HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules, pharmacy laws, rules, and guidelines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; strong customer service skills
• Strong multi-tasking, organization, attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Good leadership abilities with capability to work in a hands-on environment.
• Successfully completes required continuing education hours and maintains Pharmacy License in good standing.
• Working knowledge of perpetual inventory procedures.
• Proficient in Word and Excel.

Nice To Haves

• Doctorate degree in Pharmacy preferred
• Immunization Certification preferred.
• Bilingual skills helpful based on demographic region.

Responsibilities

• Receive prescription and refill requests from customers and/or clinics and fill prescriptions requests efficiently and accurately and in a professional and courteous manner.
• Dispense medications as prescribed; oversee and ensure accurate retrieving, counting, pouring, weighing, mixing, packaging and/or labeling of products.
• Provide medication counsel and advise customers on both prescription and over-the-counter medications regarding use, dosage, drug interactions/side effects, storage, etc.
• Responsible to order , stock , check inventory, and perform cycle counts in the pharmacy, for both prescription and over-the-counter items and maintain familiarity of department products.
• Review and validate received orders for amount, quality, count or weight, condition and ensure all products are stored in appropriate areas.
• Ensure all out dated /damaged products are handled per established guidelines.
• Maintain Pharmacy records to include, but not limited to, customer profiles, insurance forms, pharmacy record/POS systems, inventories, control records and registries (i.e., poisons, narcotics, controlled substances, etc.)
• Lead and/or oversee pharmacy technicians and/or pharmacy interns as needed to ensure efficient and accurate service is provided.
• Communicate with the Pharmacy Manager about any potential concerns.
• Maintain a clean and well-stocked department; ensure the department complies with Company standards.
• Maintain and implement pharmacy programs (i.e. security measures, immunizations and other clinical programs) accordingly.
• May be responsible to provide clinical care services as assigned.
• Maintain current knowledge of legal regulations, industry trends and best Pharmacy practices; make recommendations to improve current programs and processes and to ensure company legal compliance/
• Comply with all applicable federal and state regulations.
• Understand and communicate Company service and loyalty programs and model high standards of service to achieve a customer oriented store.
• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed

Benefits

• As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package.
• SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer that invests in Associate development, recognizes and celebrates success, fosters two-way communication, and promotes a sense of belonging.
• We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including those with disabilities and Veterans.
• We are not able to sponsor work visas for this position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees