Pharmacist In Charge
PharMerica
Summary
PharMerica is hiring a full-time Pharmacist In Charge in Greensburg, PA! Join our closed-door pharmacy team where you'll work in a non-retail environment, dedicated to meeting the pharmaceutical needs of long-term care and senior living clients.
Job description
Schedule
Monday - Friday 8:00am-4:30pm; weekends as needed for business.
Responsibilities
- Ensure full compliance with state and federal pharmacy laws, regulations, and standards.
- Supervise and direct pharmacy staff in key operational areas including scheduling, purchasing, and clinical responsibilities.
- Collaborate with pharmacy management to implement efficient daily operations and quality improvement or cost containment strategies.
- Provide clinical and technical support to pharmacy and regional staff, fostering a team-based care model.
- Respond promptly and accurately to pharmaceutical inquiries from customers and internal staff, interpreting clinical needs and providing expert advice.
- Maintain comprehensive patient records, including medical history, lab data, and concurrent medications (including OTC and alternative therapies).
- Accurately document all communications with healthcare providers, patients, and caregivers in the pharmacy system.
- Secure and maintain necessary documentation to ensure compliance with federal/state regulations and corporate policies.
- Enforce safe practices for the procurement, storage, distribution, and disposal of medications and biological products.
- Document all communications and clinical interventions in the patient's medical record, including interactions with families and caregivers.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support the pharmacy team and patient care goals.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy (BPharm or equivalent)
- Active and unrestricted pharmacist license in the state of practice
- Demonstrated pharmacy experience
- In-depth knowledge of pharmacy laws and both federal and state regulations related to long-term care
- Familiarity with pharmaceutical care practices for long-term care residents
- Proficiency in computer use, including pharmacy management systems
Desired:
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
- Experience in long-term care pharmacy settings
Behavioral Competencies
- Strong organizational and planning skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Goal-oriented and self-motivated
- Proven team player with a collaborative mindset
- Excellent customer service orientation
- Effective oral communication skills
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy (BPharm or equivalent)
- Active and unrestricted pharmacist license in the state of practice
- Demonstrated pharmacy experience
- In-depth knowledge of pharmacy laws and both federal and state regulations related to long-term care
- Familiarity with pharmaceutical care practices for long-term care residents
- Proficiency in computer use, including pharmacy management systems
- Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) preferred
- Experience in long-term care pharmacy settings preferred
- Strong organizational and planning skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Goal-oriented and self-motivated
- Proven team player with a collaborative mindset
- Excellent customer service orientation
- Effective oral communication skills
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Tuition Discounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off
- Shift Differential
- DailyPay
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Wellness Program
- Referral Bonuses
Company overview
PharMerica is a leading national provider of institutional pharmacy services, specializing in comprehensive pharmacy management for long-term care settings. Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, the company operates over 180 long-term care pharmacies across nearly every state in the U.S., serving more than 3,100 facilities including skilled nursing facilities, senior living communities, behavioral health settings, and post-acute care facilities. With approximately 6,000 dedicated employees and over 30 years of industry experience, PharMerica delivers medication management services, cost containment solutions, compliance support, and clinical programs designed to improve patient outcomes while controlling healthcare costs. The company provides 24/7 medication availability, on-site IV services, consultant pharmacist reviews, and advanced technology platforms for medication ordering and management. As part of BrightSpring Health Services, PharMerica combines national scale with local expertise to offer personalized pharmacy solutions that go beyond traditional medication dispensing, focusing on helping people live their best lives through superior pharmacy care and support services.