Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Supervising Pharmacist to lead our pharmacy team and ensure the delivery of exceptional patient care. In this vital role, you will oversee daily pharmacy operations, maintain compliance with all regulatory standards, and foster a collaborative environment that prioritizes patient safety and service excellence. Your expertise in clinical pharmacy, medication management, and healthcare compliance will drive the success of our pharmacy services, ensuring we meet the diverse needs of our community. This position offers an exciting opportunity to lead with passion, influence healthcare outcomes, and uphold the highest standards of pharmacy practice.
Duties
- Supervise daily pharmacy operations, including medication dispensing, inventory management, and staff coordination to ensure efficient workflow.
- Lead and manage pharmacy teams, including pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
- Oversee patient assessments, medication therapy reviews, and clinical interventions to optimize patient outcomes across various settings such as community, LTC (Long-Term Care), or hospital environments.
- Ensure compliance with all federal and state pharmacy laws, drug regulation policies, USP 797 standards for sterile compounding, HIPAA confidentiality policies, and healthcare regulations.
- Provide expert guidance on pharmaceutical regulatory compliance, drug regulation updates, and medical management protocols.
- Conduct patient communication activities including counseling on medication administration, immunizations, pain management options, and health education.
- Utilize Pharmacy Information Systems (PIS), Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, and EMR systems to document patient care activities accurately.
- Maintain high standards of aseptic technique during compounding medications and IV infusions while adhering to USP 797 guidelines.
- Oversee inventory management processes to ensure proper stock levels of pharmaceuticals while minimizing waste.
- Support clinical initiatives such as immunizations administration, IV insertion/infusion procedures, and acute care interventions in collaboration with healthcare teams.
- Ensure pharmacy operations align with practicing as a pharmacist in diverse settings including community pharmacies or hospital units with a focus on patient safety and service quality.
Requirements
- Valid pharmacist license in good standing with current state pharmacy board requirements.
- Proven experience in clinical pharmacy practice with critical care experience preferred; hospital or acute care experience is highly valued.
- Demonstrated leadership skills managing pharmacy teams within a fast-paced environment.
- Strong knowledge of physiology, anatomy, pharmacology principles, and medical terminology relevant to pharmacy practice.
- Experience with pharmacy software systems including PIS, EMR/EHR systems; proficiency in pharmaceutical regulatory compliance is essential.
- Hands-on experience with compounding medications using aseptic techniques; familiarity with USP 797 standards is preferred.
- Ability to perform patient assessments accurately and provide comprehensive medication counseling including immunizations and pain management strategies.
- Knowledge of drug regulation laws at federal and state levels; understanding of HIPAA regulations for patient confidentiality.
- Basic life support (BLS) certification required; additional certifications such as immunizations or IV infusion training are advantageous.
- Excellent customer service skills with a focus on client communication; ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
Join us as a Supervising Pharmacist where your expertise will make a meaningful difference in patient lives while leading a dedicated team committed to excellence!
Pay: $65.00 - $75.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
