Pharmacist

SpartanNash • Niles, MI

19d • Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the C&S Wholesale Grocers family of companies, SpartanNash is a food solutions company that distributes grocery and household goods, including fresh produce and the Our Family® portfolio, to locations in all 50 states. The Pharmacist is responsible for the efficient, ethical, and lawful compounding and dispensing of prescription pharmaceuticals. The role advises customers on prescription and nonprescription drugs, maintains pharmaceutical stock, and oversees pharmacy technicians as needed. The position is located at 720 South 11th Street, Niles, Michigan 49120.

The Pharmacist receives and fills prescription and refill requests, dispenses medications accurately, counsels customers, manages inventory and pharmacy records, and helps ensure compliance with applicable laws and company standards. The role may also provide clinical care services and support pharmacy programs such as immunizations and security measures. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

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 and pharmacy laws, rules, and guidelines.
• Strong written and verbal communication, customer service, multitasking, organizational, attention-to-detail, and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership abilities and capability to work in a hands-on environment.
• Working knowledge of perpetual inventory procedures.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel.
• Ability to meet physical demands that may include frequently lifting and/or moving up to 30 pounds, occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds, and standing and walking for extended periods; frequent bending, stooping, twisting, and turning may also be required.

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, professionally, and courteously.
• 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 their 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 point-of-sale systems, inventories, control records, and registries for poisons, narcotics, and controlled substances.
• Lead or oversee pharmacy technicians and/or interns as needed to support 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 practices; recommend improvements to programs and processes and support legal compliance.
• Comply with applicable federal and state regulations.
• Understand and communicate company service and loyalty programs and model high service standards to support a customer-oriented store.
• Complete required continuing education and maintain a pharmacy license in good standing.

What This Job Offers

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