Lead Pharmacist

Candidates should have min. 3 years’ pharmacy manager experience. Candidate should have previous retail pharmacy experience to be considered.

Please ensure all candidates have an active Pharmacist License within the state, we will not consider anyone that is in process of getting their license and or have not received their license.

Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and highly skilled Lead Pharmacist to join our healthcare team, dedicated to delivering exceptional pharmaceutical care and advancing clinical practices. As a pivotal leader within our pharmacy operations, you will oversee medication management, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a patient-centered environment. Your expertise will drive the delivery of safe, effective, and personalized medication therapies across diverse healthcare settings. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a team of pharmacy professionals while making a meaningful impact on patient outcomes and community health.

Duties

• Lead and manage pharmacy teams, including pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, ensuring high standards of practice and operational efficiency
• Oversee medication dispensing processes, including compounding medications and preparing IV infusions using aseptic techniques in compliance with USP 797 standards
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments to tailor medication therapies, including pediatrics, acute care, pain management, and long-term care (LTC) pharmacy services
• Ensure adherence to all federal and state pharmacy laws, drug regulation policies, and healthcare compliance standards such as HIPAA and clinical confidentiality policies
• Manage inventory control, including medication stock levels, expiration tracking, and procurement in accordance with pharmaceutical regulatory compliance
• Facilitate clinical pharmacy services such as immunizations, medication administration education, drug utilization reviews, and medical management support
• Utilize Pharmacy Information Systems (PIS), Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems, and EMR systems for accurate documentation and efficient workflow management
• Provide client communication by explaining medication regimens clearly and addressing patient service inquiries with professionalism and empathy
• Maintain rigorous standards for pharmacy operations while supporting continuous quality improvement initiatives in hospital or community settings

Skills

• Extensive experience in critical care environments with a strong foundation in acute care pharmacy practices
• Completion of a pharmacy residency program with specialized training in clinical pharmacy or hospital pharmacy settings
• Proven ability to practice as a licensed pharmacist with current licensure in relevant jurisdictions
• Deep knowledge of physiology, anatomy, pharmacology principles, and medical terminology essential for patient assessment and medication management
• Hands-on experience with compounding medications, aseptic techniques, IV insertion, IV infusion preparation, and infusion therapy management
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical regulatory compliance including USP 797 standards for sterile preparations and drug regulation policies
• Skilled in managing pharmacy teams effectively while fostering a collaborative environment focused on patient care excellence
• Proficiency with Pharmacy Information Systems (PIS), EMR/EHR systems, inventory management tools, and pharmacy software platforms
• Excellent customer service skills coupled with effective client communication abilities to support diverse patient populations including pediatrics
• Knowledge of healthcare compliance regulations such as HIPAA and practicing within legal frameworks governing pharmacy operations at the state and federal levels
• Experience with immunizations administration, pain management protocols, hospital-based pharmacy operations, and LTC pharmacy services

Join us as a Lead Pharmacist to lead innovative pharmaceutical practices that improve lives. Bring your passion for healthcare excellence into a role that challenges you professionally while making a real difference in community health outcomes!

Pay: $140,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person