Description:
The Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC) / Senior Clinical Staff Member is responsible for overseeing the clinical and operational functions of the pharmacy department at Reliant Healthcare. This role ensures compliance with regulatory standards, maintains high-quality patient care, and supports the organization’s clinical and business objectives.
Leadership and Operations
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Assume responsibility for day-to-day operational and management activities in the absence of the President and Vice President of Operations.
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Oversee and maintain accountability for all pharmacy department operations and workflow.
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Manage pharmacy support staff and coordinate daily activities, including weekend and evening on-call schedules.
Supervise pharmacy students and ensure proper training and oversight.
Clinical Oversight
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Provide leadership and guidance for all clinical operations within the pharmacy program.
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Serve as Director of the Clinical Committee, composed of all licensed pharmacists within the organization.
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Oversee clinical decision-making processes and ensure high standards of patient care.
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Perform or supervise clinical monitoring of patients, including laboratory values, therapies, and disease states.
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Conduct pharmacokinetic evaluations, dosing adjustments, medication assessments, and drug therapy monitoring.
Program Development and Quality Assurance
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Develop and implement Reliant Healthcare’s vision for a regional specialty pharmacy program across relevant disease states.
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Ensure patient outreach protocols align with current clinical guidelines and standards of care.
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Review medication therapy goals annually with the clinical team to ensure appropriate patient monitoring.
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Assign relevant clinical literature annually to staff to enhance the quality of care and professional development.
Education and Competency
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Establish internal continuing education requirements beyond state mandates, including ACPE-accredited programs aligned with disease states managed by Reliant Healthcare.
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Ensure pharmacists are competent in evaluating patient needs and performing Drug Utilization Reviews (DUR).
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Coordinate ongoing education to ensure compliance with manufacturer-specific medication requirements and restrictions.
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Ensure staff remain current on evolving disease state guidelines and integrate updates into patient care programs.
Regulatory Compliance
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Ensure full compliance with FDA guidance, manufacturer requirements, and all applicable federal and state regulations.
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Oversee adherence to HIPAA, state board of pharmacy requirements, and accreditation standards (URAC, ACHC, JCAHO).
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Maintain all required documentation, logs, policies, and procedures.
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Monitor for unethical practices and collaborate with the Governing Body to address and remediate issues.
Medication Management and Distribution
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Oversee the distribution of oral, intravenous (IV), and intramuscular (IM) medications, including associated medical supplies and equipment such as IV pumps.
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Ensure proper maintenance of clean room environments and sterile compounding areas (if applicable).
Collaboration and Care Coordination
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Collaborate with physicians, nurses, dietitians, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
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Consult with external providers to enhance care quality and business performance.
Safety and Risk Management
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Ensure adherence to the latest patient safety standards and medication error prevention practices.
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Subscribe to and review industry safety publications and updates.
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Communicate safety updates to clinical staff through quarterly meetings and additional communications as needed.
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Review external literature quarterly to incorporate safety and error prevention strategies into pharmacy practice.
Business and Industry Knowledge
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Maintain a working knowledge of pharmacy and infusion business processes.
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Demonstrate understanding of third-party payer systems, including Medicare and Medicaid regulations and coverage requirements
Accountability
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Ensure the organization maintains qualified clinical staff accountable for decisions impacting patient care.
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Uphold Reliant Healthcare’s commitment to quality, compliance, and patient-centered services.
Requirements:
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree or equivalent required.
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Active, unrestricted pharmacist license in the state where the pharmacy operates and in all states of licensure.
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Minimum of five (5) years of post-graduate experience in retail, infusion, hospital, and/or specialty pharmacy settings.
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Management experience preferred but not required.
