Retail Pharmacist

The Retail Pharmacist is a patient-focused professional responsible for operating the 340B Retail Pharmacy within the One Community Health clinic in Hood River, Oregon. This position will be full-time on site at our The Dalles Clinic location. This role provides high-quality pharmaceutical care, ensures the safe and effective use of medications, and collaborates with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Medication Dispensing:

• Accurately dispense medications prescribed by clinic providers, ensuring proper labeling, packaging, and dosage instructions.

• Patient Counseling:

• Provide comprehensive counseling to patients on medication use, including potential side effects, interactions, and adherence strategies.

• Medication Therapy Management (MTM):

• Conduct medication reviews, collaborate with patients and providers to optimize therapy, and address medication adherence issues.

• Clinical Collaboration:

• Partner with healthcare providers and the clinical support team to deliver optimal pharmaceutical care, including offering therapeutic recommendations and drug information.

• Chronic Disease Management:

• Support patients with chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, asthma) through medication management, follow-ups, and education on lifestyle modifications.

• Immunization Services:

• Administer immunizations in accordance with state regulations and clinic protocols.

• Patient Education and Advocacy:

• Educate patients on disease prevention, health promotion, and lifestyle changes to enhance medication effectiveness.

• Inventory Management:

• Oversee medication and supply inventory, ensuring accurate stock levels, ordering, and storage in compliance with regulations.

• Regulatory Compliance and 340B Administration:

• Ensure pharmacy operations comply with federal, state, and clinic standards.

• Monitor pharmacy performance metrics and implement strategies to optimize 340B program benefits and expansion.

• Team and Organizational Support:

• Uphold and promote One Community Health's philosophy, mission, and core values.

• Consistently follow and support established guidelines and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited college of pharmacy.
• Active and unrestricted Oregon Pharmacist License (or ability to obtain within 45 days of hire).
• At least one year of experience in a retail pharmacy setting.
• Prior experience with the 340B Drug Pricing Program.
• Comprehensive clinical knowledge and attention to detail.
• Strong passion for patient education and medication management.
• Proficiency in pharmacy management software systems.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and mentorship skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a diverse healthcare team.
• Commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and workplace safety.
• Capacity to adapt and thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Active pharmacist immunization certification.
• Experience in chronic disease management and Medication Therapy Management (MTM).
• Previous experience in a community or migrant health center (FQHC) or similar healthcare setting.
• Proficiency with EPIC Willow Ambulatory or similar pharmacy management systems.
• Board of Pharmaceutical Specialties Certification (BCACP or BCPS)

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Life, Long-Term Disability, Accident, & Critical Illness Insurance

• Empower Retirement 401k

• 200 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Not including six (6) paid holidays

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Life Mart- Employee Discounts

• Employee Wellness Events & Team Challenges

• Local Gym Membership Discounts

Compensation:

• Salaried/Exempt: $150,000.00
• Bilingual Differential: Additionally, we offer $0.75 per hour as compensation for bilingual proficiency in both English and Spanish.

OCH is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.