Job Summary:Under the direction of the Director of Pharmacy, responsible for the full practice of pharmacy in accordance with applicable regulatory statues and accreditation standards; interpreting prescription orders, packaging, labeling, dispensing, administering and distribution of drugs and devices; accepts full responsibility as Pharmacy Manager of the site as defined in Florida DPR Statute #465.018, and other requirements as defined in Statutes 465, 21s, 893, plus applicable DEA, AAAHC and 340b requirements.
Primary Responsibilities and Specific Duties:- Collaborates with providers on medication management.
- Ensures QRE's are properly reported.
- Participates in site meetings to address patient care and operational requirements, including one-on-one communication.
- Interprets, fills and verifies prescriptions.
- Counsels patients on medication usage.
- Monitors drug therapy in conformance with OBRA Act.
- Performs medication review and recommends alternative therapies as appropriate.
- Responsible for medications received, drug storage, inventory control, pricing and record maintenance.
- Properly handle and process expired and returned medications.
- Supervises staff and work flow processes.
- Prepares employee evaluations and applicable competencies.
- Conducts employee coaching sessions.
- Facilitates the professional development of staff. Accepts responsibility for maintaining and updating knowledge of all new and existing policies and procedures and participates in education of staff.
- Holds and leads routine staff meetings to communicate key information.
- Implements and assists in the training and orientation program for all new employees.
- Enforces adherence to policies and procedures including Time, Attendance and Punctuality policy.
- Reviews and approves travel expense reports.
- Maintains professional and business practice standards.
- Ensures legal and reporting requirements.
- Responsible for submitting reports and logs to Director of Pharmacy.
- Participates in center and provider meetings regarding pharmacy operations, updates, pricing changes and drug availability.
- Perform other duties as assigned or necessary.
Qualifications:Education: - Graduate of an accredited college of pharmacy.
Experience: - Minimum of two years' experience in pharmacy preferred.
- Supervisory experience preferred.
Certification/Licensure: - Current and valid Florida Pharmacist license required.
- Certification in immunizations preferred.
Special Skills: - Must have excellent organizational skills.
- Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate with a variety of personality types in an efficient and friendly manner.
- Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, Internet, Pharmacy related software, EHR and online resources).
- Ability to problem solve and work with minimal guidance.
- Some knowledge of accreditation standards (AAAHC, NCQA) preferred.
Other requirements: - Able to work flexible hours as assigned.
- Able to work at other CHC locations as assigned.
Background Screening Requirement:- This position requires background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Applicants can find the Clearinghouse Education and Awareness information available at: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.
