Staff Pharmacist

Kalispel Tribe Careers • Cusick, WA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Staff Pharmacist provides safe, effective, and culturally competent pharmaceutical care to patients of the Camas Center Clinic Pharmacy. The role supports pharmacy operations through medication dispensing, patient counseling, regulatory compliance, inventory management, clinical services, and collaboration with healthcare providers. The pharmacist contributes to improved patient outcomes and supports the mission of the Kalispel Tribal Community and surrounding populations.

The position oversees day-to-day pharmacy technician and assistant work, and covers staff schedules and timesheets during the Pharmacy Director’s absence. It is a part-time, salaried position scheduled 2–3 days per week, generally from 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with additional coverage as needed for vacation and sick leave. Work is mostly on-site in a clinical or healthcare environment, with occasional after-hours responsibilities related to surveillance, security, or emergency pharmacy access. Nights, weekends, and holidays may be required when business needs dictate.

Requirements

• PharmD or BS in Pharmacy from an ACPE-accredited program.
• Minimum five years of pharmacy experience.
• Experience in tribal health, rural healthcare, or community pharmacy practice.
• Knowledge of federal and Washington State pharmacy laws.
• Knowledge of controlled substance requirements and 340B program requirements.
• Knowledge of pharmacy practices related to IHS.
• Current and unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in the State of Washington.
• Current immunization certification or ability to obtain it within six months of hire.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Work Permit Level 3.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays when required by business needs.
• Ability to maintain consistent, regular attendance.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability if operating a Tribal vehicle.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of standing for extended periods, extended sedentary periods, constant computer use including extended keyboarding, and repetitive hand and wrist motion.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced training or certification in ambulatory care, public health, or immunizations.
• Preceptor or academic teaching experience.
• Knowledge of PioneerRx or other community pharmacy software systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal (21 CFR and DEA), Washington State (RCW/WAC), tribal, and organizational pharmacy requirements.
• Maintain accurate pharmacy records and documentation.
• Assist with controlled substance inventory, security, and recordkeeping requirements.
• Support medication procurement, storage, labeling, dispensing, and inventory management activities, including 340B compliance.
• Follow established pharmacy policies, procedures, and quality assurance programs.
• Review and verify prescriptions for accuracy, appropriateness, and patient safety.
• Provide patient counseling, medication education, and adherence support.
• Participate in medication therapy management (MTM), immunizations, medication synchronization, and other clinical programs.
• Collaborate with providers and care teams to identify and resolve medication-related problems.
• Support chronic disease management and population health initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, interns, and clinic staff to support efficient pharmacy operations.
• Assist with training and mentoring pharmacy technicians, interns, and newly hired staff as assigned.
• Promote a professional, patient-centered, and culturally respectful work environment.
• Participate in staff meetings, continuing education, and quality improvement activities.
• Assist with third-party billing, claim resolution, and reimbursement processes.
• Support efficient inventory management and cost-effective medication utilization.
• Help identify opportunities to improve workflow, patient access, and pharmacy performance.
• Collaborate with medical, behavioral health, dental, and administrative departments to coordinate patient care.
• Participate in community health education and outreach activities as requested.
• Represent the pharmacy in a professional and culturally appropriate manner.
• Supervise pharmacy technicians and assistants day-to-day.
• Manage staff schedules and timesheets during the Pharmacy Director’s absence.
• Ensure staff compliance with pharmacy policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
• Maintain consistent, regular attendance and complete HIPAA training yearly.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Senior