Pharmacist

JOB TITLE: Pharmacist

DEPARTMENT: Pharmacy

REPORTS TO: Director of Pharmacy

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

LOCATION: Paterson and Alcott

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time (40 hours/week)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Pharmacist is responsible for providing safe, accurate, and patient-centered pharmaceutical care. This role collaborates with providers and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize medication therapy, ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and support quality patient outcomes. Responsibilities include dispensing medications and other pharmaceutical products, providing medication counseling, and delivering exceptional service to patients and the community while maintaining the highest standards of professional ethics and practice.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accept, validate, interpret, and process prescription orders.
• Accurately dispense medications and provide patient counseling regarding appropriate medication use.
• Communicate with prescribers regarding medication therapy, clarifications, and recommendations as appropriate.
• Conduct Drug Utilization Reviews (DUR) and provide necessary clinical interventions.
• Assist with medication therapy management and medication reconciliation activities.
• Support formulary compliance, prior authorization processes, and therapeutic interchange programs as applicable.
• Ensure compliance with all federal and state pharmacy regulations, DEA requirements, and Family Health Center policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to safe medication practices.
• Collaborate effectively with providers, nurses, pharmacy technicians, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Participate in quality improvement activities for the assigned program area(s).
• Ensures compliance with all licensure and governing body requirements including but not limited to: Board of Pharmacy, Office of Pharmacy Affairs (including 340B Drug Pricing Program), and Drug Enforcement Agency.
• Ensures compliance with all contractual requirements of payers including but not limited to: Medicaid, Medicare, private insurance, and all federal, state, and local government contracts.
• Ensures compliance with wholesale purchasing agreement(s) and maintains close contact with vendor(s) for ordering, inventory and billing purposes.
• Promote safety precautions and security measures to ensure the safety of both staff and patients
• Adheres to data security guidelines, including appropriate use of EMR systems and IT resources
• Perform other duties as assigned.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate noise.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear while conversing with staff and/or patients. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee regularly uses hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is also required to stand for a period of 8 to 10 hours on a daily basis; the employee must be able to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust fo

CORE COMPETENCIES

Teamwork and Collaboration

• Works effectively with providers, staff, and patients to support quality care.
• Communicates clearly and professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in a changing healthcare environment.
• Maintains positive working relationships and contributes to a respectful team environment.

Professionalism and Integrity

• Demonstrates ethical conduct and accountability.
• Treats patients, coworkers, and community members with dignity and respect.
• Maintains confidentiality and complies with organizational policies.
• Promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in interactions with others.

Safety and Compliance

• Adheres to all patient safety standards and infection control practices.
• Maintains data security and appropriate use of electronic medical record systems and technology resources.
• Complies with HIPAA requirements and all applicable laws and regulations.

Skills and Capabilities

• Language: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from employees, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or Board of Directors.
• Mathematical: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to read and interpret financial reports to be able to effectively manage the departmental budget.
• Reasoning: Ability to research data and solve practical problems. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Computer: To perform this job successfully, an individual should have an intermediate level of knowledge of using the internet, utilizing Excel spreadsheet software, and Microsoft Word software. Must have intermediate level of knowledge of utilizing Outlook software to manage schedules and communicate through the use of email to various recipients.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Licensure

• Bachelor of Pharmacy required or Pharm. D. preferred from an accredited institution.
• Current licensure includes controlled substance license to practice pharmacy in Michigan.
• A minimum of one year of relevant pharmacy leadership and management experience.
• Background and knowledge of pharmaceutics and their drugs and interactions.
• Familiarity with the 340b drug pricing program preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with people of diverse races, ethnicity, ages, and sexual orientation in a multicultural environment.
• Immunization certification preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of federal and state pharmacy laws and regulations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including strong organizational, detail, managerial and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize work and function effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and pharmacy management systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to travel between Family Health Center locations as needed.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus.
• Ability to function effectively in a dynamic and changing healthcare environment.