What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pharmacist In Charge - FT $143,520.00 annual, Excellent Benefits - Cosentino's Price Chopper #117 in Gardner, Kansas 66030 position at Cosentino's Food Stores?
Description:
The Pharmacist-In-Charge (PIC) will oversee all pharmacy operations and ensure the highest standards of patient care and regulatory compliance. This pivotal role requires exceptional leadership, a deep understanding of pharmacy practice, and a commitment to ethical conduct. The ideal candidate will be a Registered Pharmacist (RPh) with a proven track record in pharmacy management and workflow optimization. You will be instrumental in fostering a culture of quality assurance, patient education, and exceptional customer service within our pharmacy. This is an exempt position that reports directly to Store Director and Director of Pharmacy.
Qualifications & Requirements
Essential Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Pharm D.
- Current Pharmacist license in good standing.
- A valid driver’s license.
- Minimum 2-4 years of experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a retail environment.
Preferred Skills
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Experience with Retail Pharmacy Software and POS (Point of Sale) systems.
- Experience in training and developing pharmacy technicians and other support staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive leadership and direct supervision of all pharmacy staff, ensuring adherence to professional standards and ethical conduct.
- Oversee and manage all aspects of pharmacy operations, including medication dispensing, immunizations, inventory management, and workflow optimization.
- Ensure strict compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing pharmacy practice and drug distribution.
- Answers questions and provides information to pharmacy customers on drug interactions, side effects, dosage and storage of pharmaceuticals.
- Completion of ongoing training and development as listed in Learn Something.
- Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in accordance with privacy regulations.
- Implement and maintain robust quality assurance programs to guarantee the accuracy and safety of all dispensed medications.
- Develop and deliver effective patient education and counseling on medication use, potential side effects, and therapeutic outcomes.
- Manage pharmaceutical inventory, including ordering, receiving, and maintaining appropriate stock levels to meet patient needs.
- Maintains established procedures concerning quality assurance, security of controlled substances, and the disposal of hazardous waste drugs.
- Resolve complex patient and operational issues through effective problem-solving and critical thinking.
- Participate in all interviews to hire the highest quality applicants.
- Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork and professional development among pharmacy personnel.
- Provide effective coaching, corrective actions, and performance evaluations to improve individual and team performance.
- Address employee relations issues and if needed effectively work with store leadership and the Human Resource team to resolve issues.
- Maintain open communication with Store Director and the Director of Pharmacy regarding any issues, concerns, or happenings in the department.
- Resolve customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Know, comply with, and ensure the team complies with the all-health regulations, sanitation guidelines and safety procedures for your department and your store. Ensure premises are always in a satisfactory state of cleanliness.
- Know and implement the Cosentino Customer Service Standards.
- Support your company by completing additional tasks identified by management, assisting other stores, or departments as needed and gaining new skills when necessary.
Physical Requirements
- Mobility: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods on hard surfaces (tile/concrete).
- Lifting & Handling: Reach overhead and twist; lift up to 15 lbs. with both hands.
Occasionally lift and carry up to 5lbs to the height of 34 inches.
- Flexibility: Bending and squatting, occasionally to floor level.
- Additional (Non-essential): Ability to climb a ladder up to 15 ft.
Salary : $143,520