Retail Pharmacist

One Community Health • Hood River, OR

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Retail Pharmacist is a patient-focused professional responsible for operating the 340B Retail Pharmacy within the One Community Health clinic. The role provides high-quality pharmaceutical care, ensures the safe and effective use of medications, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary healthcare team. The position is full-time and on site at the The Dalles Clinic location in Oregon.

The pharmacist dispenses medications, counsels patients, conducts medication therapy management, collaborates with providers, supports chronic disease management, administers immunizations, and provides patient education. The role also oversees medication and supply inventory and ensures pharmacy operations comply with applicable federal, state, and clinic standards. The pharmacist monitors pharmacy performance metrics and implements strategies to optimize 340B program benefits and expansion, while supporting the organization’s philosophy, mission, core values, guidelines, and procedures.

Requirements

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited college of pharmacy.
• Active and unrestricted Oregon Pharmacist License, or ability to obtain one within 45 days of hire.
• At least one year of experience in a retail pharmacy setting.
• Prior experience with the 340B Drug Pricing Program.
• Comprehensive clinical knowledge and attention to detail.
• Strong passion for patient education and medication management.
• Proficiency in pharmacy management software systems.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and mentorship skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a diverse healthcare team.
• Commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and workplace safety.
• Capacity to adapt and thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Active pharmacist immunization certification.
• Experience in chronic disease management and Medication Therapy Management (MTM).
• Previous experience in a community or migrant health center (FQHC) or similar healthcare setting.
• Proficiency with EPIC Willow Ambulatory or similar pharmacy management systems.
• Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties Certification (BCACP or BCPS).

Responsibilities

• Accurately dispense medications prescribed by clinic providers, ensuring proper labeling, packaging, and dosage instructions.
• Counsel patients on medication use, potential side effects, interactions, and adherence strategies.
• Conduct medication reviews, collaborate with patients and providers to optimize therapy, and address medication adherence issues.
• Partner with healthcare providers and the clinical support team to provide pharmaceutical care, therapeutic recommendations, and drug information.
• Support patients with chronic conditions through medication management, follow-ups, and education on lifestyle modifications.
• Administer immunizations in accordance with state regulations and clinic protocols.
• Educate patients on disease prevention, health promotion, and lifestyle changes to enhance medication effectiveness.
• Oversee medication and supply inventory, ensuring accurate stock levels, ordering, and storage in compliance with regulations.
• Ensure pharmacy operations comply with federal, state, and clinic standards.
• Monitor pharmacy performance metrics and implement strategies to optimize 340B program benefits and expansion.
• Uphold and promote One Community Health’s philosophy, mission, and core values.
• Consistently follow and support established guidelines and procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life, long-term disability, accident, and critical illness insurance.
• Empower Retirement 401k.
• 200 hours of paid time off (PTO), not including six paid holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Life Mart employee discounts.
• Employee wellness events and team challenges.
• Local gym membership discounts.
• Bilingual differential of $0.75 per hour for proficiency in both English and Spanish.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree