Kheir Clinic
Pharmacist In Charge (PIC)
Kheir Clinic, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Pharmacist
Full-Time Exempt Position
Summary Statement
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Pharmacists are integral members of the clinical team. As a pharmacist you will be responsible for preparing and administering appropriate pharmaceuticals to Kheir patients. You will achieve this either by executing a physician's order or by addressing the patient's problems and needs. The job entails a high level of responsibility and knowledge. A pharmacist does not merely hand out prescribed medicine; he/she has the expertise and willingness to provide cost-effective services to low-income families and individuals with a special focus on providing culturally and linguistically appropriate services to Kheir patients and families.
The full-time Pharmacist at Kheir Pharmacy will also serve as the Pharmacist in Charge (PIC).
Primary Responsibilities
: Compounding and dispensing medications, as prescribed by physicians. Reviews and executes physician's prescriptions checking their appropriateness and legality Organize the pharmacy in an efficient manner to make the identification of products easier and faster Maintain full control over delivering, stocking and labeling medicine and other products and monitor their condition to prevent expiring or deterioration Listen carefully to customers to interpret their needs and issues and offer information and advice Provides assistance with other medical services such as injections, blood pressure/ temperature measurements etc. Prepare medicine when appropriate using correct dosages and material for each individual patient Keep records of patient history and of all activities regarding heavy medication Keep abreast of advancements in medicine by attending conferences and seminars and collaborating with other healthcare professionals Comply with all applicable legal rules, regulations and procedure Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) Responsibilities
:
The primary responsibility of the Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) is to ensure adherence to facility SOP's and procedures, adherence to state and federal regulations, and directly supervise pharmacists. The PIC will work directly with the Director of Patient Services to ensure production goals are achieved, perform investigations, oversea daily operational pharmacy duties, monitor training and work with the compliance team to ensure all training, certifications and specific regulations are adhered to and up to date. Under indirect supervision, the PIC oversees all aspects of the pharmacy operations. S/he assures that all services comply with professional standards and applicable laws. Exercises broad judgment in professional field requiring extensive subject matter knowledge and expertise, while keeping senior leadership fully informed of operating issues and results.
PIC Responsibilities:
Responsible for the execution of opening and closing activities; either directly, or through delegation to a staff / per-diem pharmacist. Ensures that strict procedures are followed around the facility. Represent the facility in all state and federal regulatory audits, visits, and communication. Oversee FQHC pharmacy 340b program adherence and ensure its profitability and good standing. Directly supervise staff / per-diem pharmacists. Assists in hiring, training and supervising of Pharmacy staff. Ensures that production and financial goals are created, tracked, and met. Identify trends or issues that are delaying batch production or causing batches to be cancelled. Writing operational and production SOP's. Liaison with the quality department. Maintain compliance with all state and federal regulatory agencies. Assist in documentation and completion of Adverse Drug Event forms. Answer clinical questions from health professionals and provide product information. Support order verification within computer order processing queue to ensure facility and product accuracy. Review of all batch records and associated documentation verification. Ensure safe work environments, enforcing operational discipline, and monitoring aseptic behaviors. Efficiently utilize tools and metrics (KPI's) to monitor staff productivity, deliverables, timelines, and quality of work product to adjust staffing levels and operational processes as needed to ensure operational effectiveness. Maintain state pharmacy license. Qualifications
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Degree in pharmacy / pharmacology with valid license to practice the profession. 5-8 years of pharmacist experience. Management or PIC experience preferred. Thorough understanding of dosage administration and measurement, chemical compounds, medical brands, inventory processes, DEA, FDA and state regulations, standard ERP/MRP systems and compliance requirements. Outstanding knowledge of MS Office and Pharmacy information systems (CareTend, Rx30, WinRx, etc.) Good organizing skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a customer-oriented approach. Integrity and compassion. Skill in written and verbal communication; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies (auditors, inspectors and regulatory agencies), and the public. Ability to manage and lead pharmacy operations. Experience with business and management principles, financial reports and business unit P&L. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, providers and regulatory agencies. Ability to effectively present information to top management. Bilingual in English/Korean or English/Spanish preferred, but not required. Compassion for the health of the underserved and uninsured communities.
Experience in both in community clinic, FQHC and retail pharmacy setting preferred but not required.
Full-Time Exempt Position
Summary Statement
:
Pharmacists are integral members of the clinical team. As a pharmacist you will be responsible for preparing and administering appropriate pharmaceuticals to Kheir patients. You will achieve this either by executing a physician's order or by addressing the patient's problems and needs. The job entails a high level of responsibility and knowledge. A pharmacist does not merely hand out prescribed medicine; he/she has the expertise and willingness to provide cost-effective services to low-income families and individuals with a special focus on providing culturally and linguistically appropriate services to Kheir patients and families.
The full-time Pharmacist at Kheir Pharmacy will also serve as the Pharmacist in Charge (PIC).
Primary Responsibilities
: Compounding and dispensing medications, as prescribed by physicians. Reviews and executes physician's prescriptions checking their appropriateness and legality Organize the pharmacy in an efficient manner to make the identification of products easier and faster Maintain full control over delivering, stocking and labeling medicine and other products and monitor their condition to prevent expiring or deterioration Listen carefully to customers to interpret their needs and issues and offer information and advice Provides assistance with other medical services such as injections, blood pressure/ temperature measurements etc. Prepare medicine when appropriate using correct dosages and material for each individual patient Keep records of patient history and of all activities regarding heavy medication Keep abreast of advancements in medicine by attending conferences and seminars and collaborating with other healthcare professionals Comply with all applicable legal rules, regulations and procedure Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) Responsibilities
:
The primary responsibility of the Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) is to ensure adherence to facility SOP's and procedures, adherence to state and federal regulations, and directly supervise pharmacists. The PIC will work directly with the Director of Patient Services to ensure production goals are achieved, perform investigations, oversea daily operational pharmacy duties, monitor training and work with the compliance team to ensure all training, certifications and specific regulations are adhered to and up to date. Under indirect supervision, the PIC oversees all aspects of the pharmacy operations. S/he assures that all services comply with professional standards and applicable laws. Exercises broad judgment in professional field requiring extensive subject matter knowledge and expertise, while keeping senior leadership fully informed of operating issues and results.
PIC Responsibilities:
Responsible for the execution of opening and closing activities; either directly, or through delegation to a staff / per-diem pharmacist. Ensures that strict procedures are followed around the facility. Represent the facility in all state and federal regulatory audits, visits, and communication. Oversee FQHC pharmacy 340b program adherence and ensure its profitability and good standing. Directly supervise staff / per-diem pharmacists. Assists in hiring, training and supervising of Pharmacy staff. Ensures that production and financial goals are created, tracked, and met. Identify trends or issues that are delaying batch production or causing batches to be cancelled. Writing operational and production SOP's. Liaison with the quality department. Maintain compliance with all state and federal regulatory agencies. Assist in documentation and completion of Adverse Drug Event forms. Answer clinical questions from health professionals and provide product information. Support order verification within computer order processing queue to ensure facility and product accuracy. Review of all batch records and associated documentation verification. Ensure safe work environments, enforcing operational discipline, and monitoring aseptic behaviors. Efficiently utilize tools and metrics (KPI's) to monitor staff productivity, deliverables, timelines, and quality of work product to adjust staffing levels and operational processes as needed to ensure operational effectiveness. Maintain state pharmacy license. Qualifications
:
Degree in pharmacy / pharmacology with valid license to practice the profession. 5-8 years of pharmacist experience. Management or PIC experience preferred. Thorough understanding of dosage administration and measurement, chemical compounds, medical brands, inventory processes, DEA, FDA and state regulations, standard ERP/MRP systems and compliance requirements. Outstanding knowledge of MS Office and Pharmacy information systems (CareTend, Rx30, WinRx, etc.) Good organizing skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a customer-oriented approach. Integrity and compassion. Skill in written and verbal communication; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies (auditors, inspectors and regulatory agencies), and the public. Ability to manage and lead pharmacy operations. Experience with business and management principles, financial reports and business unit P&L. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, providers and regulatory agencies. Ability to effectively present information to top management. Bilingual in English/Korean or English/Spanish preferred, but not required. Compassion for the health of the underserved and uninsured communities.
Experience in both in community clinic, FQHC and retail pharmacy setting preferred but not required.