Pharmacy/Pharmacist Leader

Kroger•Denton, TX

About The Position

Accountable for all aspects of pharmacy practice within state and federal laws and corporate policies. The role manages and maximizes the pharmacy department’s financial performance by monitoring its budget, minimizing unauthorized overtime, training and developing staff, delivering excellent customer service, managing prescription pricing and generic utilization, controlling inventory, and providing or participating in corporate-approved clinical services. The position also demonstrates the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy and/or Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited U.S. School of Pharmacy.
At least 2 years of related retail experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 21 years of age.
Participate in clinical programs following company-sponsored training.
Ability and willingness to continue education as necessary.
Ability to preserve confidentiality of information.
Commitment to excellent customer service.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to read and interpret prescriptions and documents.
Proven leadership skills.
Pharmacist license in good standing.

Nice To Haves

Relevant Pharmacy Board Certification(s).
Equivalent combination of education and experience in business management.

Responsibilities

Perform staff pharmacist functions and serve as a role model for the pharmacy team; handle customer complaints appropriately and direct workflow to reduce customer wait times.
Develop, implement, supervise, and promote the sales plan and other initiatives developed by the division pharmacy department.
Perform the duties required of a registered pharmacist in the state of employment and follow all legal and company requirements.
Direct the pharmacy team to meet warehouse utilization goals, avoid unnecessary overstock, reduce fill-on-arrival prescriptions, and follow proper ordering and inventory record-keeping procedures.
Comply with corporate-mandated controlled substance operating procedures.
Monitor third-party or insurance profitability and address third-party problems, rejections, and audits promptly.
Schedule pharmacy staff to help control or avoid unnecessary labor costs.
Maintain pharmacy records required by state and federal laws and company policies.
Direct the pharmacy to meet budgeted labor, volume, inventory, and sales goals.
Conduct effective detailing visits to local physicians and other community targets.
Promote, implement, and participate in public health initiatives and disease-state management services.
Travel independently as needed to support business needs.
Supervise and coach direct reports, complete performance reviews, and provide direct feedback.
Perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.