Pharmacist-in-Charge, Class A
CommUnityCare Health Centers · Austin, TX
- On site
- Full-time
- $120,000 / year
- Austin, TX
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Job highlights
- Manage Class A pharmacy operations and compliance.
- Oversee pharmacy staff, training, and recruitment.
- Ensure safe dispensing and patient drug reviews.
- Manage pharmacy budget, inventory, and resources.
- Represent pharmacy in meetings and community events.
About the role
Pharmacy Manager
CommUnityCare Health Centers is seeking a Pharmacy Manager to oversee the business and operations of a Class A pharmacy. This role is crucial for achieving operational goals, ensuring compliance with pharmacy laws, and leading pharmacy staff.
Responsibilities
- Ensure safe and accurate prescription dispensing.
- Conduct patient drug regimen reviews and counseling.
- Prepare and maintain required pharmacy records.
- Provide education and training to pharmacy staff.
- Organize and direct pharmacy technician workflow for operational efficiency.
- Maintain a safe and healthy work environment.
- Lead quality and compliance improvement initiatives, including policy development.
- Drive performance improvement through medication error reporting and quality metrics.
- Assist in developing the pharmacy operations budget and manage expenditures.
- Oversee pharmacy equipment and resource purchases.
- Supervise inventory management for prescription drugs and devices, ensuring controls against theft.
- Oversee recruitment, selection, hiring, and training of pharmacy staff.
- Represent the pharmacy in marketing and community events.
- Manage Class A compliance and financial reporting.
- Serve as a system administrator for pharmacy software.
- Ensure compliance with data processing system requirements for pharmacy records.
- Assure legal operation of the pharmacy, meeting all state and federal requirements.
- Interact respectfully and collaboratively with patients and families.
- Coordinate and support pharmacy administration duties.
- Maintain a highly professional demeanor in all actions and communications.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards, including The Joint Commission.
- Uphold company policies, procedures, mission, and values.
- Develop and maintain positive internal relationships with staff and providers.
- Undertake special projects and other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy (BS Pharmacy) required.
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) preferred.
Experience
- Five years of community pharmacy experience required.
- Five years of pharmacy experience in a community clinic setting.
- Pharmacy management experience required.
- Medication Therapy Management Experience preferred.
Certifications/Licensure
- Registered Pharmacist in good standing with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy required.
- Current Health Care Provider Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification through American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
Key skills/competency
- Pharmacy Operations Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Staff Training and Development
- Budget Management
- Inventory Control
- Patient Counseling
- Quality Improvement
- Pharmacy Law
- Team Leadership
- Healthcare Administration
Skills & topics
- Pharmacy Manager
- Class A Pharmacy
- Community Pharmacy
- Pharmacy Operations
- Healthcare Management
- Drug Dispensing
- Patient Counseling
- Pharmacy Compliance
- Staff Supervision
- Budget Management
- Texas Pharmacy
- PharmD
- BS Pharmacy
- Community Health
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your pharmacy management experience and Class A compliance knowledge.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Emphasize your leadership skills and commitment to patient care at CommUnityCare.
- Prepare for behavioral questions: Be ready to discuss your experience with staff supervision and quality improvement.
- Understand CommUnityCare's mission: Align your application with their focus on community health and patient-centered services.
- Network if possible: Connect with current CommUnityCare pharmacy staff on LinkedIn for insights.
Technical preparation
Review Texas Pharmacy Act and rules.,Study Class A pharmacy operational standards.,Familiarize with 340B compliance principles.,Practice dispensing software system usage.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you improved pharmacy efficiency.,How do you handle staff performance issues?,Tell me about a compliance challenge you faced.,How do you foster a patient-centered environment?
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Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities of a Pharmacy Manager at CommUnityCare?
- The Pharmacy Manager at CommUnityCare is responsible for the overall business and operations of a Class A pharmacy, including ensuring compliance with laws, managing staff, overseeing dispensing, conducting patient counseling, managing budgets and inventory, and leading quality improvement initiatives.
- What qualifications are essential for the Pharmacy Manager role at CommUnityCare?
- Essential qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy, five years of community pharmacy experience, five years in a community clinic setting, and pharmacy management experience. A Texas State Board of Pharmacy license and CPR certification are also required.
- How does CommUnityCare ensure compliance in its Class A pharmacies?
- CommUnityCare ensures compliance through strong oversight by the Pharmacy Manager, adherence to state and federal laws, maintaining accurate records, leading quality and compliance improvement activities, and ensuring all operations meet The Joint Commission and CommUnityCare's Standard Operating Procedures.
- What opportunities are there for professional development for a Pharmacy Manager at CommUnityCare?
- Opportunities include leading quality and performance improvement activities, developing operational budgets, overseeing staff training and development, and representing the pharmacy in broader healthcare settings. A PharmD is preferred, suggesting an openness to advanced clinical knowledge.
- What is the significance of 'Class A' pharmacy in this CommUnityCare role?
- A 'Class A' pharmacy designation typically refers to specific regulatory requirements and operational standards set by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy. This role demands adherence to these specific regulations for safe and legal pharmacy practice.