Lead Pharmacist, Charge (Magee Outpatient Pharmacy)

Responsibilities

• Coach and mentor staff through continuous feedback.
• Develop workflow guidelines and other necessary tools (assignment sheets, scheduling, etc) to maximize productivity and standardize practices in the practice area.
• Facilitate the development and completion of quality improvement and/or cost-reduction initiatives. Maintain collaborative relationships with pharmacy, nursing, medical staff and other departments. Consult with pharmacy leadership to discuss recommendations and issues as appropriate.
• Oversee the daily activities and assist in training and education of pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and all associated trainees.
• Provide timely, comprehensive and accurate drug information to providers, nurses, patients and personnel of other departments as appropriate. Ensure adequate inventory of medications and supplies necessary for patient care. Assist in procurement as needed by following established procedures. Participate in recalls and shortage mitigation plans including implementation. Maintain professional competency through participation in continuing education and staff development programs. Provide formal and informal educational activities to various audiences.
• Implement and uphold Executive Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee decisions with appropriate escalation per guidance if needed. Meet salary, drug, and purchased services budgets with variances explained and justified. Ensure regulatory compliance and quality in area of responsibility. Lead by example for customer service and resolve customer relations issues for the pharmacy.
• Ensure accurate billing of claims and services and troubleshoot billing and patient charge issues. Assist with third-party audits as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of pharmacy.
• Minimum of 3 years of post-licensure pharmacist experience.

Benefits

We offer a generous benefits package, an expansive total rewards package, opportunity to grow your career, and much more!