Pharmacist Manager manages a group of pharmacists who, under the direction of a physician, compound and dispense prescribed drugs in a retail or healthcare facility environment. Oversees daily pharmacy operations. Being a Pharmacist Manager monitors and audits drug inventory, ensures compliance with all regulatory guidelines and reporting. Requires a bachelor's degree in pharmacy or a Pharm.D. Additionally, Pharmacist Manager requires Registered Pharmacist (RPh). Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Pharmacist Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Pharmacist Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
COMPANY: Davis Food and Drug
POSITION: Pharmacist
REPORTS TO: Store Director and Pharmacy Manager/Head Pharmacist
· Takes all steps required to fill prescriptions in compliance with all laws, regulations, and company policies and procedures regarding the sale of pharmaceuticals including: retrieval of product(s); counts; pours, or measures out the required quantity according to established company methods and procedures; affixes the label permanently to the container; and performs a final audit of the prescription.
· Assists with and responds in a courteous and professional manner in accordance with CS guidelines to questions from customers and physicians in regards to knowledge of prescription and health related products and issues.
· Offers advice and professional consultation in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.
· Understands and communicates correct procedures for billing, filling and dispensing products under CMS DMEPOS guidelines. Also understands and complies with complaint process.
· Is trained, proficient and actively participates in clinical programs.
· Responds to telephone requests from customers, physicians and vendors, which require the expertise of the pharmacist.
· Communicates and cooperates with peers, subordinates, managers, physicians, and customers in all pharmacy related areas.
· Completes monthly CII audits.
· 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.
· Accepts the written prescription or refill information from customers; confirms completeness of patient record and requests missing information as appropriate; retrieves the customer’s pharmacy record(s) for verification.
· Accesses the pharmacy computer to obtain complete patient records (on both cash and third party prescriptions) and verifies third party plan parameters.
· Orders product from distribution center or other appropriate source as necessary.
· Stocks pharmacy product orders to specific bay locations.
· Trains pharmacy technicians and abides by state regulations regarding technician training and licensure.
· Provides feed back on pharmacy technician/clerk performance, and amplifies their professional understanding of their role in the pharmacy.
· Maintains inventory levels to company goals, rotates stock, and utilizes RX return process.
· In pharmacies with a cash register:
· Operates customer sales register; accurately reads and records prices for items which will not scan.
· Totals customer order; collects cash, checks, credit cards, gift certificates, and coupons from customers; and enters amount and type of payment in accordance with established company policies and procedures.
· Accurately counts out appropriate change to customer.
· Bags all products and affixes the receipt to the bag.
· Adheres to Department Appearance Standards (DAS) and dress code standards; directs pharmacy team in maintaining the professional appearance of the pharmacy.
· Knows the location of general over the counter merchandise.
· Completes all necessary inventory reports.
· Monitors third party profitability by implementing the proper processing of third-party plans
· Files 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 competition price checks.
· Performs other duties as assigned by the Pharmacy Manager/Head Pharmacist, Store Director, or Store Owners.
· Is responsible to maintain standards in the absence of the Pharmacy Manager/Head Pharmacist
· Actively participates in Clinical Programs and all other company sponsored programs.
· Must have a college degree in Pharmacy (BS or PharmD).
· Must pass the NAPLEX.
· Must pass State Law Board.
· Must hold a valid state license.
· Must complete continuing education hours as required by law.
· Ability to readily adapt to changes in schedule specifications, and work priorities as the business and customer needs demand.
· Ability to cooperate with others and work as part of a team.
· Must complete all required state, federal and company training programs. (i.e. HIPAA, Fraud Waste and Abuse, I-pledge, etc.)
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification; they are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.