Pharmacist Manager jobs in Detroit, MI

Description

Job Description: This position oversees our outpatient pharmacy to ensure all pharmaceutical standards and practices are maintained for our patients. The employee performs the full range of pharmaceutical activities in a Federally Qualified Health Care Center. Extensive independent judgment is required to carry out assignments that have a substantial impact on services or programs. The availability of guidelines is limited and theories, principles, and practices of the profession must be used to determine appropriate courses of action. This position is responsible for referring our patients to other medical professionals in the clinic or outside pharmacies if applicable to ensure accessibility to comprehensive care and treatment is available.

 ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTION AND DUTIES

1. Serves patients by preparing medication, giving pharmacological information to health care teams and monitoring patient drug therapies.

2. Prepares medications by reviewing and interpreting provider orders while detecting any therapeutic incompatibilities.

3. Dispenses medications by packaging and labeling pharmaceuticals.

4. Organizes and oversees technician’s workflow and verifying order entry.

5. Provides pharmacological information to health care professionals and counsels patients on drug therapies.

6. Complies with state and federal laws as regulated by state and federal boards, the drug enforcement administration and the food and drug administration and staying current with new legislation.

7. Conforms to Medicare, Medicaid and HIPAA regulations.

8. Protects patients and technicians by adhering to infection control protocols and supports a safe and clean working environment.

9. Stays up to date on pharmacological knowledge by attending educational workshops and reviewing professional publications.

10. Maintains records of all transactions of the pharmacy necessary to ensure control and accountability for all drugs as required by applicable state and federal laws and regulations.

11. Seek new ways to grow, collaborate with others and deliver quality outcomes.

12. May evaluate and verify employee performance through the review of completed work assignments and the review of work techniques and resolving related work problems.

13. Other duties as assigned.

CLINIC WIDE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Customer Relations:

a. Treats guests, patients, physicians, and other employees with care, courtesy, and respect.

b. Responds quickly and appropriately to customer requests.

c. Looks for and suggests ways to better meet customer needs.

d. Answers clinic communications systems promptly and with courtesy and respect.

2. Teamwork:

a. Works cooperatively within own department and other areas.

b. Willingly accepts additional responsibility – tries to make other jobs easier.

c. Responds quickly to request for assistance.

d. Required to work closely with patients and associates.

e. Interacts with other departments on problem issues.

f. Accepts feedback from patients, visitors, clinic employees, physicians and general public.

3. Continuous Improvement:

a. Continuously looks for and suggests ways to improve.

b. Effectively completes assignment to achieve the greatest benefits at acceptable cost.

c. Implements improvements as appropriate.

d. Demonstrates interest in own growth and development by:

i. Periodically evaluating own performance.

ii. Demonstrating an awareness of personal abilities and limitations.

iii. Independently seeking means to make improvements.

e. Attends and participates in in-services and continuing education programs.

f. Attends departmental meetings.

4. Communications:

a. Keeps appropriate people informed.

b. Speaks and writes clearly, concisely, and appropriately for need.

c. Listens carefully.

d. Communicates tactfully.

e. Understands that all confidentiality and privacy considerations are respected and fostered at work and off duty.

5. Self –Management:

a. Presents a positive image of Western Wayne Family Health Center at all times.

b. Carries out assignments with little need for direction.

c. Timeliness.

d. Maintains confidentiality.

e. Provides proper notification of absence and tardiness.

f. Works weekends and shifts when necessary.

Qualifications

1. Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited university or college.

2. One year of experience as a pharmacist; working in a dental or medical clinic preferred.

Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications

1. Possession of an active Pharmacy license in the State of Michigan.

PART IV: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

1. In depth knowledge of drugs and their potential side effects.

2. Knowledge of recent developments in the field of pharmacology.

3. Proficiency in measuring substances accurately.

4. Ability to detect and investigate concerns with patient medications and prescriptions.

5. Skilled at widely used computer software i.e., Microsoft Office and healthcare software used for filling prescriptions and updating patient records.

6. Knowledge of training and instruction techniques.

7. Knowledge of 340B requirements.

8. Ability to maintain records, prepare reports, and conduct correspondence related to the work.

9. Skilled in effectively communicating with others.

10. Ability to maintain favorable public relations.

11. Ability to instruct and direct others.

12. Knowledge of the activities of educational and social agencies as related to local health.

13. Knowledge of Medicaid standards and policies.

14. Ability to advise health care professionals and lay persons on pharmacological policies, techniques, and procedures.

15. Ability to plan and conduct training sessions, workshops, and meetings.

16. Ability to organize and coordinate the work of others.

17. Capable of setting priorities and assigning work to other professionals.

Benefits:

Medical

Dental

Vision

STD

LTD

Flexible Spending Account

403B Retirement

Lifestyle and quality of life uniqueness (M-F, Closed Weekends)

14 Paid Holidays

Practice focuses on delivery of quality care (Federally Qualified Health Centers)

CME Eligible

Competitive Compensation Package