Pharmacy Manager

Costco Wholesale Corporation • Humble, TX

17d • Onsite

About The Position

Oversees and directs operations of the in-store pharmacy and other areas of the warehouse. Monitors department performance as Pharmacist-in-Charge. Participates in Pharmacist duties. Addresses personnel issues and oversees tasks performed by supervisors and employees. Responsible for understanding, teaching, and maintaining our culture, core values and ethics. Provides a high level of member service. This is a full-time management/leadership position (45+ hours per week).

Requirements

• Must be a licensed Pharmacist.
• Must have a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree.
• Must have at least one year of experience as a Pharmacist.
• Must have at least one year of experience in a supervisory or management role.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be able to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Must be able to operate vehicles, equipment or machinery.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with pharmacy management software.
• Experience with inventory management.
• Experience with customer service.
• Experience with coaching and training employees.

Responsibilities

• Observes employee performance, coaching as needed to ensure department, business and company procedures and standards are met.
• Reviews work product, monitors workload and sets standards for productivity and accuracy.
• Conducts yearly performance reviews and provides regular coaching and training to all staff.
• Responds to employee concerns using problem-solving skills, tact, and discretion in accordance with the Costco Employee Agreement and other applicable regulations.
• Develops and maintains a team atmosphere through communication and mentoring. Establishes new ways of acknowledging positive performance to support employee morale.
• Reviews applicant submissions for job postings, conducts interviews and makes recommendations regarding hiring status.
• Oversees and participates in dispensing prescription medications: measuring, labeling, checking for drug interactions, verifying with physicians, and selecting substitutions when necessary. Assists with counter duties and merchandising as necessary.
• Provides and ensures prompt and courteous member service. Counsels members on proper medication usage. Responds to customer concerns using problem solving skills, tact, and discretion. Preserves patient confidentiality.
• Approves and submits orders for equipment and supplies. Orders products using a computer system. Coordinates proper maintenance and repairs for machinery and equipment.
• Observes employee performance and checks paperwork to ensure that proper department production, record keeping, and product storage procedures and standards are followed.
• Oversees perpetual inventory of Schedule II controlled substances. Implements and upholds safety and security procedures.
• Reviews insurance payment records, department budget and financial statements. Develops and implements plans for productivity and profitability.
• Acts as Pharmacist-In-Charge, as point of contact for regulatory, legal, third party insurance companies, and audit situations. Monitors pharmacy to ensure complete legal compliance.
• Schedules, develops, counsels, trains, and directs department personnel. Makes recommendations for hiring, promotion, and termination to Regional Manager over Pharmacy. Reviews and approves area timecards. Drafts and presents employee performance reviews.
• Ensures proper disposal of potentially hazardous materials.
• Ability to operate vehicles, equipment or machinery.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Health benefits - medical/dental/vision/hearing aid/pharmacy/behavioral health/employee assistance
• Health care reimbursement account
• Dependent care assistance plan
• Short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
• AD&D insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Stock purchase plan to eligible employees

What This Job Offers

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