Summary Pharmacist in Charge is to ensure adherence to facility SOP’s and procedures, adherence to state and federal regulations, and directly supervise pharmacists. The PIC will work directly with Technician Operations Manager to ensure production goals are achieved, assist with investigations, assist in daily operational pharmacy duties, monitor training and work with training/compliance team to ensure all training is up to date. Under indirect supervision, oversees all aspects of the pharmacy operations. Assures us that all services comply with professional standards and applicable laws. Exercises broad judgment in professional field requiring extensive subject matter knowledge and expertise, while keeping senior leadership fully informed of operating issues and results. Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Responsible for the execution of opening and closing activities; either directly, or through delegation to a staff pharmacist. Ensuring that strict procedures are followed around the facility.
Represent the facility in all state and federal regulatory audits, visits, and communication.
Directly supervise staff pharmacists.
Writing operational and production SOP’s.
Maintains quality standards.
Maintain compliance with all state and federal regulatory agencies.
Assist in documentation and completion of Adverse Drug Event forms.
Answer clinical questions from health professionals and provide product information.
Support order verification within computer order processing queue to ensure facility and product accuracy.
Review of all batch records and associated documentation verification.
Ensuring safe work environments, enforcing operational discipline, and monitoring aseptic behaviors.
Efficiently utilize tools and metrics (KPI’s) to monitor staff productivity, deliverables, timelines, and quality of work product to adjust staffing levels and operational processes as needed to ensure operational effectiveness.
Understanding of the importance/impact of cGMP standards.
Maintain state pharmacy license(s).
Perform additional duties as assigned by management
Willingness to work flexible schedules especially during times of peak volume
Education and Experience
A valid Pharmacist License in Florida, in good standing. (RPh)
Pharmacist licenses in multiple states or the ability to become licensed in multiple states quickly to meet business needs.
Five years minimum of pharmacy experience in more than one practice setting
Three years minimum in management
Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Knowledge of laws pertaining to storage, recordkeeping, and dispensing of drug
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Time management
Oral and written communication skills
Professionalism
Customer service skills
Ability to multi-task and be detail oriented
Ability to work efficiently without creating distraction or disruption to other employees
Ability to relate well and communicate effectively with other employees and patients
Ability to work well with various personalities and work as a team
Should be independent and self-motivated
Ability to work and accomplish goals with little to no supervision
Organizational skills
Must be dependable and maintain levels of confidentiality
General knowledge of internet navigation and research
Knowledge of e-mail, fax transmission and copy equipment are essential
Knowledge of laws pertaining to storage, recordkeeping, and dispensing of drugs are essential
Work Environment / Physical Demands This position is in a typical office environment which requires prolonged sitting and standing in front of a computer. In addition, this position requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate standard office equipment, including the operation of standard computer and phone equipment. May have occasional high stress when dealing with customers/clients and employees. This position may be required to work long hours.
