Staff Pharmacist

MGA Homecare • $122K — $128K *

Arvada, CO 80004In-Person

Healthcare

Less than 5 years of experience

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Qualifications

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy required
Active Pharmacist license in Colorado in good standing
Proven ability to supervise and manage pharmacy technicians
Strong knowledge of pharmacy laws and medication safety standards
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Experience in long-term care pharmacy preferred

Responsibilities

Review and dispense prescription medications accurately per physician orders
Evaluate medication orders for appropriateness and safety
Provide pharmaceutical consultation to healthcare staff and patients
Supervise daily activities of pharmacy technicians and intake coordinators
Monitor and streamline medication workflow and staffing needs
Assist with training and evaluating pharmacy technicians
Support inventory management and ensure compliance with pharmacy regulations

Benefits

Health, Dental & Vision Coverage
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) available
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) offered
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) available
401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Company Paid Basic Life Insurance available
Voluntary Life Insurance options
Short & Long-Term Disability coverage
Critical Illness/Accident Insurance available
Pet Discount Program offered

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Staff Pharmacist
Job Overview

Duties and 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

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

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

Additional Job Description Information

Benefits are available to eligible employees on the first of the month after 30 days of employment and include:

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

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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