Pharmacist

SpartanNash•Niles, IL

18d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pharmacist is responsible for the efficient, ethical, and lawful compounding and dispensing of prescription pharmaceuticals. The role advises customers on the use and storage of prescription and nonprescription drugs, orders and maintains pharmaceutical stock, and oversees pharmacy technicians as needed. The pharmacist may also provide clinical care services as assigned and helps ensure the pharmacy meets applicable legal requirements and company standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or a related field required.
Three years of experience in a pharmaceutical department.
Pharmacy license in good standing in the state of operation.
Strong knowledge of HIPAA Privacy and Security Rules, pharmacy laws, rules, and guidelines.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and customer service skills.
Strong multitasking, organization, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
Leadership abilities and capability to work in a hands-on environment.
Complete required continuing education hours and maintain a pharmacy license in good standing.
Working knowledge of perpetual inventory procedures.
Proficiency in Word and Excel.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Receive prescription and refill requests from customers and/or clinics and fill them efficiently, accurately, and professionally.
Dispense medications as prescribed and oversee accurate retrieval, counting, pouring, weighing, mixing, packaging, and labeling of products.
Counsel customers on prescription and over-the-counter medications, including use, dosage, interactions, side effects, and storage.
Order, stock, check inventory, and perform cycle counts for prescription and over-the-counter items; maintain familiarity with department products.
Review received orders for amount, quality, count or weight, and condition, and ensure products are stored appropriately.
Handle outdated or damaged products according to established guidelines.
Maintain pharmacy records, including customer profiles, insurance forms, pharmacy record and POS systems, inventories, control records, and registries for poisons, narcotics, and controlled substances.
Lead or oversee pharmacy technicians and/or pharmacy interns as needed to ensure efficient and accurate service.
Communicate potential concerns to the Pharmacy Manager.
Maintain a clean, well-stocked department that complies with company standards.
Maintain and implement pharmacy programs, including security measures, immunizations, and other clinical programs.
Provide clinical care services as assigned.
Maintain current knowledge of legal regulations, industry trends, and pharmacy best practices; recommend improvements to programs and processes and help ensure legal compliance.
Comply with applicable federal and state regulations.
Understand and communicate company service and loyalty programs and model high standards of customer service.
Complete other responsibilities as assigned.