Pharmacist
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 of products, to customers in all 50 states. Its customers include national accounts, independent and chain grocers, e-commerce retailers, U.S. military commissaries and exchanges, and its own grocery stores, pharmacies and fuel centers. The Pharmacist is responsible for efficiently, ethically and lawfully compounding and dispensing prescription pharmaceuticals; advising customers on prescription and nonprescription medications; ordering and maintaining pharmaceutical stock; and overseeing pharmacy technicians as needed. The role also maintains pharmacy records and programs, supports customer service, complies with applicable regulations, and may provide clinical care services as assigned. 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, pharmacy laws, rules and guidelines.
- Strong written and verbal communication and customer service skills.
- Strong multitasking, organization, attention-to-detail and problem-solving skills.
- Leadership ability and capability to work in a hands-on environment.
- Working knowledge of perpetual inventory procedures.
- Proficiency in Word and Excel.
- Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting and moving up to 30 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally, and standing and walking for extended periods.
- Must not require work visa sponsorship; the company is unable to sponsor work visas for this position.
Nice To Haves
- Doctorate degree in Pharmacy.
- Immunization certification.
- Bilingual skills helpful based on the demographic region.
Responsibilities
- Receive prescription and refill requests from customers and/or clinics, and fill them accurately, efficiently, 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 use, dosage, interactions, side effects and storage.
- Order and stock products, check inventory, perform pharmacy cycle counts, and maintain familiarity with department products.
- Review received orders for amount, quality, count or weight, and condition; 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 items such as poisons, narcotics and controlled substances.
- Lead or oversee pharmacy technicians and/or 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 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 the pharmacy license in good standing.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
