PHARMACY/PHARMACIST LEADER (HR)

The Kroger Co. • Pagosa Springs, CO

5d

About The Position

The Pharmacy/Pharmacist Leader is accountable for all aspects of pharmacy practice within state and federal laws and corporate policies. The role manages the pharmacy department’s financial performance by monitoring budgets, controlling labor and inventory costs, training and developing staff, providing excellent customer service, managing prescription pricing and generic utilization, and implementing corporate-approved clinical services. The leader demonstrates the company’s core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

The position performs staff pharmacist duties while leading the pharmacy team, managing workflow and customer concerns, meeting sales and operating goals, maintaining required records, and ensuring compliance with legal, corporate, and controlled-substance procedures. It also supervises and coaches direct reports, supports community and public-health initiatives, and travels independently as business needs require.

City Market is part of The Kroger Company. The posting describes comprehensive benefits and development opportunities, subject to eligibility and applicable criteria.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy and/or Doctor of Pharmacy Degree (Pharm.D.) 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.
• Pharmacist license in good standing.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Ability to read and interpret prescriptions and documents.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Commitment to providing excellent customer service.
• Ability to preserve confidentiality of information.
• Ability and willingness to continue education as necessary.
• Participation in clinical programs following company-sponsored training.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment and manage conflict in a reasonable, nonconfrontational, cooperative manner.
• Ability to act honestly and with integrity regarding customer and business information, follow directions, and seek assistance when necessary.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Perform staff pharmacist functions and act as a role model for the pharmacy team; handle customer complaints and direct workflow to reduce wait times.
• Develop, implement, supervise, and promote the sales plan and other initiatives developed by the division pharmacy department.
• Perform duties required of a registered pharmacist in the state of employment and follow legal and company requirements.
• Direct the pharmacy team to achieve 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 in a timely manner.
• Schedule pharmacy staff to 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.
• Work cooperatively in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment; manage conflict reasonably and cooperatively.
• Act honestly and with integrity regarding customer and business information; follow directions and seek assistance when necessary to resolve issues.
• Provide support and assistance through direct interaction with minors, individuals with special needs, and older adults.
• Perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, subject to eligibility and plan terms.
• Paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
• Parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling and emotional support resources.
• Free, confidential financial tools and coaching through Goldman Sachs Ayco.
• Associate discounts on purchases including food, travel, and technology.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over a career through the Continuing Education program.
• Tuition assistance, college scholarships, and educational leave of absence, depending on eligibility and location.
• Training and development resources and career pathways.
• 401(k) plan and/or Taft-Hartley pension fund participation, subject to eligibility.
• Group term life insurance, subject to eligibility and location criteria.
• Potential bonus eligibility, depending on criteria.
• Retirement benefits.
• Mental and emotional support resources.

What This Job Offers

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