Pharmacist

About the role

Description - External Cub Pharmacy in Buffalo, MN is looking for a people centric Staff Pharmacists to join our team. As a Pharmacist, you will provide prompt, efficient, and friendly customer service. Efficiently manage the operations of the Pharmacy. Ensure accurate prescription dispensing and appropriate consultation. Supervise pharmacy technicians, grad interns and clerks in compliance with federal and state legislation as well as store policies and procedures.

Job Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Provides prompt, efficient and friendly customer service through execution of patient care standards
• Genuinely thanks each customer and invites them to return
• Escorts customers to the products they're looking for (when possible)
• Makes appropriate OTC recommendations
• Secures products that are out of reach
• Performs other tasks in every way possible to enhance the shopping experience
• Takes all steps required to fill prescriptions in compliance with all laws, regulations, physician orders and company policies and procedures regarding the sale of pharmaceuticals
• Retrieves the correct and accurate product(s)
• Counts; pours, or measures out the required quantity according to established company methods and procedures
• Affixes the label permanently to the container
• Performs a final audit of the prescription
• Offers advice and professional consultation in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations
• Actively endorses and participates in all clinical program offerings
• Responds to telephone requests from customers, physicians and vendors, which require the expertise of the pharmacist
• Communicates and cooperates in a professional manner with peers, subordinates, managers, physicians, and customers in all pharmacy related areas
• Ensures timely implementation of company policies, procedures and programs; and enforces professional and operational standards, including compliance with legal regulations
• Maintains all state and federal record keeping for controlled substances
• Follows all laws and company procedures regarding Medicare, Medicaid, and other third-party insurance plans, and participates in audits as appropriate in a timely manner
• Responsible for HIPAA compliance and dispensing of over-the-counter drugs by law
• Accesses the pharmacy computer to obtain complete patient record (on both cash and third-party prescriptions) and verifies third party plan parameters
• Orders product from distribution center or other appropriate source as necessary
• Trains pharmacy technicians and abides by state regulations regarding technician training and licensure
• Maintains inventory levels to company goals, rotates stock, and utilizes RX return process
• Bags all products; affixes the receipt to the bag and places company stickers on items that are not in bags
• If a drive-thru pharmacy, able to operate microphone and drive-thru box
• Maintains strict adherence to company guidelines related to personal hygiene, dress code and Department Appearance Standards (DAS)
• Reports to work when scheduled and on time
• Hazardous drug handling
• Complies with standard operating procedures in handling and dispensing of hazardous drugs

Secondary Job Functions

• Knows the location of general over the counter merchandise
• Films paper and keeps pharmacy equipment and area clean and organized
• Ensures that bags and vials are replenished, and that trash is removed, and floor is swept
• Attends company meetings for purposes of training, coordinating plans, and communicating policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Pharmacy Manager, Store Director, Pharmacy District Manager and District Manager
• Maintains standards in the absence of the Pharmacy Manager
• Participates in all company sponsored programs

Job Requirements

• Relevant Experience, Education, Certification, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Must have a college degree in Pharmacy (BS or PharmD)
• Must pass the NAPLEX
• Must pass the State MPJE
• Must hold a valid state license
• Must meet all requirements of and maintain status as a Certified Immunizer
• Must complete continuing education hours as required by law
• Must complete all required state, federal and company training programs (i.e. HIPAA, CDR, I-pledge, etc.)
• Ability to do simple addition, subtraction, copying figures, counting, and recording
• Possess the ability to understand and follow written, verbal or demonstrated instructions; write identifying information; request supplies orally or in writing
• Visual requirements include clarity of vision at a distance of more than 20 inches and less than 20 feet with color vision, depth perception and field of vision
• Must be able to work shifts varying in length and time, including nights, weekends and holidays
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available

Physical Environment

• The duties for this position are normally conducted in a store environment
• There is significant responsibility to maintain customer service levels and handle multiple priorities
• The position is occasionally exposed to dust, cleaning chemicals, and equipment movement hazards
• Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled environment
• Incumbent may stand for long periods of time
• Position requires periodic travel throughout assigned area by car
• Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephone, and other office equipment in the course of normal workday
• Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in completion of job duties

Compensation

UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state and local laws.

Benefits

For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), visit this link for Washington-specific paid time off details. Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program; medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account, subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI’s compensation, benefits, and paid time off policies are subject to change in the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This job posting should not be construed as an offer of employment with certain terms, nor should it be construed as a guaranteed minimum. Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.