Bilingual Pharmacist - 258969

Job Posting: Staff Pharmacist (Bilingual Spanish)

Position Title: Staff Pharmacist

Compensation: $57.00 – $72.00 / hour, depending on experience

Schedule: Full-Time (40 hrs/week). Fixed clinic schedule with one designated weekday off to account for extended care and Saturday hours:

• Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM
• Thu (Extended Care Day): 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
• No overtime

About the Role & Practice

Step away from corporate quotas, high-stress counters, and unpredictable float schedules. As a Staff Pharmacist at our non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), you play an essential role in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment integrated alongside primary care, behavioral health, vision, and dental services.

• Purpose-Driven Mission: Serve under-resourced community populations through an integrated 340B prescription program.
• Balanced Pace & Fixed Ratios: Maintain quality patient relationships with a steady weekly volume (~450–500 prescriptions/week), supported by a fixed 1:3 pharmacist-to-technician staffing model and no sales quotas or speed metrics .

Key Responsibilities

Direct Patient Care & Clinical Dispensing

• Review prescription orders for clinical appropriateness, dosage accuracy, ingredient verification, and potential interactions.
• Provide comprehensive counseling on medication administration, storage, side effects, and health monitoring.
• Deliver specialized chronic disease state management (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, asthma, tobacco cessation).
• Educate patients on medical equipment, diagnostic testing devices (e.g., blood glucose/blood pressure monitors), and OTC health products.

Operational Leadership & Support

• Provide daily direction, guidance, and clinical support to pharmacy technicians and support staff.
• Assist the Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC) with onboarding, clinical training, workflow assignments, and policy enforcement.
• Assume operational PIC responsibilities during the primary PIC’s absence.
• Promote a safe, compliant, and efficient working environment.

Compliance, Inventory & Administration

• Maintain precise pharmacy logs, patient profiles, and controlled substance inventories in accordance with DEA, FDA, and state guidelines.
• Oversee compounding, packaging, and labeling procedures.
• Manage inventory to minimize waste, support cost-efficiency, and prevent medication degradation.
• Maintain strict adherence to HIPAA standards and state board regulations.

Qualifications & Qualifications

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (B.S. Pharm) or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited institution.
• Licensure: Active Pharmacist license in good standing with the State Board of Pharmacy (or eligible for immediate licensure prior to start date).
• Experience: 2–5 years of pharmacy practice experience with demonstrated supervisory or leadership responsibilities.
• Language: Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English (written and verbal) is required to serve our patient community effectively.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of federal/state pharmacy regulations, DEA/FDA rules, and HIPAA compliance.

Preferred Experience

• Background in 340B pharmacy programs or retail pharmacy settings.
• Strong clinical analytical skills and ability to thrive in a team-based, multidisciplinary clinic.

Benefits & Perks

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage options.
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with a 3% employer match.
• Loan Forgiveness: As a non-profit FQHC, full-time employment here qualifies candidates to apply for federal student loan forgiveness programs (such as PSLF).
• Work-Life Balance: Reliable, predictable scheduling without shift floating or quota pressure.