Staff Pharmacist
MGA Homecare•Arvada, CO
•$59 - $62•Onsite
About The Position
The Staff Pharmacist is responsible for reviewing, verifying, and dispensing prescription medications accurately and efficiently. This role involves evaluating medication orders for appropriateness, providing pharmaceutical consultation, and supervising pharmacy technician staff. The Staff Pharmacist will also ensure compliance with all regulations, manage workflow, and participate in quality assurance initiatives to maintain a safe and efficient pharmacy environment.
Requirements
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited school of Pharmacy
- Current and active Pharmacist license in the State of Colorado in good standing
- Ability to supervise and direct pharmacy technician staff effectively
- Strong knowledge of pharmacy laws, regulations, and medication safety standards
- Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and clinical judgment
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
Nice To Haves
- Previous long-term care pharmacy experience preferred
- Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred
- Experience with pharmacy management systems and automated dispensing technology preferred
- Knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid, and third-party billing processes preferred
Responsibilities
- Review, verify, and dispense prescription medications accurately and efficiently in accordance with physician orders and applicable regulations
- Evaluate medication orders for appropriateness, accuracy, drug interactions, allergies, dosing, and therapeutic duplications
- Provide pharmaceutical consultation and support to nurses, prescribers, facility staff, patients, and caregivers as appropriate
- Supervise and direct the daily activities of Pharmacy Technician I, II, III, and Intake Coordinator staff
- Delegate responsibilities to pharmacy technicians while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations governing technician duties
- Monitor workflow and staffing needs to ensure timely processing and delivery of medications
- Support onboarding, training, coaching, and performance development of pharmacy technician staff
- Assist with scheduling, workflow coordination, and operational problem-solving within the pharmacy
- Ensure compliance with all controlled substance regulations, medication storage requirements, and recordkeeping standards
- Verify and maintain accurate pharmacy documentation, including dispensing records, medication destruction records, and inventory logs
- Participate in medication cart reviews, cycle fill processes, stat order management, and emergency medication services
- Assist with inventory management activities including medication ordering oversight, shortage management, expiration monitoring, and recall procedures
- Maintain compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, Board of Pharmacy regulations, DEA requirements, and company policies
- Participate in quality assurance initiatives, medication safety programs, audits, and continuous process improvement efforts
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe pharmacy environment
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Pharmacy
- Provide training, coaching, performance feedback, and workflow oversight
- Assist with technician competency evaluations and performance improvement initiatives
- Promote teamwork, accountability, and adherence to pharmacy policies and procedures
- Serve as pharmacist-on-duty and provide operational leadership in the absence of pharmacy management as assigned
Benefits
- Hourly Rate of $59 - $62
- Health, Dental & Vision Coverage
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA-available if enrolled in a high deductible plan)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA & LPFSA)
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts (DCRA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP-available if enrolled in Health plan)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 100% Company Paid Basic Life Insurance (if enrolled in Health plan)
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Short & Long-Term Disability
- Critical Illness/Accident Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Identity Protection Plan
- Legal Care Plan
- Pet Discount Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
