Lead Pharmacist

JOB TITLE: Lead Pharmacist

DEPARTMENT: Pharmacy

REPORTS TO: Director of Pharmacy

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

LOCATION: Paterson or Alcott

POSITION SUMMARY

Direct, develop, implement and evaluate specific program areas within the pharmacies including but not limited to lead pharmacists, dispense medication, drugs and other pharmaceuticals as needed, monitor daily activities, resolve personnel and patient problems, provide recommendations regarding performance evaluations of pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, and assist in hiring and discipline.

Performs staff pharmacist duties a minimum 85% of time and serves as Pharmacist-in-Charge. Reports to Director of Pharmacy.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs staff pharmacist duties as required.
• Develop, review, and update policies and procedures of assigned program area(s).
• Direct the operation of the assigned program area(s), including provide oversight of program activities.
• Regularly assign, instruct and check the work of pharmacists and other staff, and provide performance feedback to Director of Pharmacy.
• Participate in the training, development and education of pharmacists.
• Assures that all pharmacy staff are appropriately trained to perform necessary functions.
• Collaborate with Director of Pharmacy to develop and document goals and performance, and to ensure pharmacy staff competency assessment occurs in a timely manner.
• Ensures that licensed pharmacists meet all licensure requirements including continuing education and recertification.
• Develop or modify work plans and work priorities to ensure work schedules provide adequate staff coverage.
• Resolves problems encountered during daily operations and determines appropriate solutions.
• Assists in ensuring that the pharmacies are stocked with essential drugs and pharmaceuticals.
• Participate in quality improvement activities for the assigned program area(s).
• Monitors, analysis and reports on established performance metrics on a regular basis.
• Ensures compliance with all licensure and governing body requirements including but not limited to: Board of Pharmacy, Office of Pharmacy Affairs (including 340B Drug Pricing Program), and Drug Enforcement Agency.
• Ensures compliance with all contractual requirements of payers including but not limited to: Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and all federal, state, and local government contracts.
• Ensures compliance with wholesale purchasing agreement(s) and maintains close contact with vendor(s) for ordering, inventory and billing purposes.
• Provides regular consultation for patients and staff regarding medication and assures that all other dispensing pharmacists provide regular consultation for patients and staff.
• Actively participates as a member of the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee.
• Participate in staff meetings, planning meetings and other meetings as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

Collaborative

• Displays willingness to make decisions, resolve conflict and delegate work assignments in a timely manner.
• Adapts to change, takes responsibility for own actions to advance team goals.
• Speaks and writes clearly and persuasively in formal and informal presentations.
• Actively participates in meetings and uses listening skills to keep an open mind.
• Solicits input from appropriate stakeholders, explains reasoning for decisions and uses strong interpersonal skills to communicate and influence others.
• Gives recognition to others for results.

Solid Character

• Balances team and individual responsibilities while assessing own strengths and weaknesses.
• Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views.
• Welcomes feedback, build positive team spirit, support all team members.
• Develop alternative solutions, support and share expertise with other team members while building positive morale.
• Demonstrates knowledge of company policies and treats people with respect.
• Works ethically and with integrity, uphold organizational values.
• Keeps commitment, shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.
• Educating others on the value of diversity promotes a positive work environment where all feel free to contribute.

Organizational Support

• Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time and develops strategies to achieve organizational goals and values.
• Supports affirmative action and respect diversity, understands organization’s strengths and weaknesses, analyzes market and competition, and identifies external threats and opportunities while adapting strategy to changing conditions.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities while understanding business implications of decisions.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness within approved budget and displays original thinking and creativity.
• Displays knowledge of market and competition that aligns with strategic goals.
• Meets challenges with resourcefulness, generates suggestions for improving work, develops innovative approaches and ideas.

Leadership

• Displays passion and optimism while exhibiting confidence in self and others.
• Inspires respect and trust while motivating others to perform well and influencing actions and opinions of others.
• Coordinates projects, develops workable implementation plans, includes staff in planning, decision-making, and process improvement.
• Communicates and completes changes and progress of projects on time and on budget while managing project team activities to overcome resistance.
• Makes self-available to staff, provides regular performance feedback.
• Develops individual team member skills and encourages growth.

Safety and Security

• Promote safety precautions and security measures to ensure the safety of both staff and patients.
• Adheres to data security guidelines, including appropriate use of EMR systems and IT resources.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate noise.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear while conversing with staff and/or patients. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee regularly uses hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is also required to stand for a period of 8 to 10 hours on a daily basis; the employee must be able to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from employees, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or Board of Directors.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to read and interpret financial reports to be able to effectively manage the departmental budget.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to research data and solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have an intermediate level of knowledge of using the internet, utilizing Excel spreadsheet software, and Microsoft Word software. Must have intermediate level of knowledge of utilizing Outlook software to manage schedules and communicate through the use of email to various recipients.

Other Qualifications

Must have adequate transportation to visit the five sites of the Family Health Center. Prefer bilingual speaking both English and Spanish.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

• Bachelor of Pharmacy required, or Pharm. D. preferred from an accredited institution.
• Current licensure includes controlled substance license to practice pharmacy in Michigan.
• A minimum of one year of relevant pharmacy leadership and management experience.
• Background and knowledge of pharmaceutics and their drugs and interactions.
• Familiarity with the 340b drug pricing program preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong organizational, detail, managerial and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of diverse races, ethnicity, ages, and sexual orientation in a multicultural environment