Pharmacist II (Supervisor Pharmacist)

Under general supervision, an employee in this class plans, organizes and directs the operation of the designated registered pharmacy. The work includes the training and supervision of a professional and technical pharmacy staff, development and administration of pharmacy procedures and supervision over the distribution of all drugs and medications to patients. The work is reviewed by an administrative supervisor through conferences, written reports and observation of the operations of the pharmacy. Does related work as required and reports directly to the Director of Pharmacy. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday Hours: 7:00am - 3:00pm KEY ELEMENTS OF THE ROLE: Supervises, directs and controls the practice of pharmacy at the County Health facility, conducts orientation programs for professional and technical staff; Prepares and dispenses medically authorized prescription drugs; Reviews prescriptions for drugs as to appropriateness for dispensing to patients; May review medical and surgical equipment prescriptions; Maintains contact with pharmaceutical companies; pharmacists and health care institutions to maintain current information; Supervises purchasing procedures for all drugs and equipment used in the pharmacy; Interprets federal, state and local regulations regarding pharmaceutical services and drug distribution; Maintains all records relating to the purchase and distribution of controlled substances; Conducts and participates in in-service education with medical personnel; Serves as a consultant to the administrator, program director, physicians, dentists and other professionals on pharmaceutical matters; Maintains all records as mandated by federal, state, and local regulations and mandates. Location: Riverhead Correctional facility Work Schedule: Monday - Friday Hours: 7:00am - 3:00pm Salary Range: $103,000 *This position does not offer relocation assistance at this time **Sponsorship is not available for this role MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: OPEN COMPETITIVE Graduation from a college with federally-authorized accreditation or registration by NY State with a Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy AND Two (2) years of experience as a Licensed Pharmacist. PROMOTIONAL Two (2) years of permanent competitive status as a Pharmacist I. Suffolk County’s Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion & Equity: Our focus is to promote, support, and implement the County-wide diversity and inclusion strategic plan. We achieve results in all our responsibilities through the use of diversity and inclusion best practices. We maintain a familiarity with Diversity & Inclusion trends and best practices. Suffolk County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability that can be reasonably accommodated without undue hardship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, citizenship, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. The Division of Human Resources within the Department of Human Resources, Personnel, and Civil Service understands that our chief organizational resource is people. We are committed to anticipating and meeting the changing needs of our workforce by keeping our employees at the forefront of every decision we make in Human Resources. We strive to elevate efficiency and engagement at the county and department level through standardized processes and state-of-the-art HR technology solutions that will provide the highest quality of customer service to our employees, retirees, and prospective members of the County workforce. We are dedicated to achieving, encouraging, and supporting a diverse workforce and growing a community of employees that are engaged and excited about all the possibilities that working for the County Government can offer.

Salary : $103,000