Pharmacist (Full-Time)

Job Description

Title: Pharmacist

Department: Pharmacy

Classification: Exempt/Full-Time

Reports To: Chief Operating Officer

Direct Reports: Pharmacy Technicians

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm

Location: Flexible, multiple locations

Position Summary

The Pharmacist dispenses medications, provides patient education, collaborates with prescribing personnel to ensure suitability of medication, and checks for potential allergies, medical conditions, etc. that could lead to adverse interactions.

CCHC Core Requirements

1. Patient Centered Customer Service – Whether directly or indirectly, we work to support the delivery of an excellent patient experience to everyone served by the organization.
2. Caring and Compassion – We provide empathic comfort to those in distress and share kindness in all interpersonal interactions.
3. Respectful Communication – We communicate openly, honestly and without judgment while honoring each individual’s uniqueness and assuming the best of those with whom we interact.
4. Teamwork – We are members of a dynamic interdisciplinary team working together to meet a common goal.
5. Accountability – We accept our individual and team responsibilities, and we meet our commitments. We take responsibility for our performance and actions.
6. Customer Safety – We recognize and correct potential hazards to protect our customers and ourselves.

Key Responsibilities

• Compound and dispense medications.
• Review prescriptions to ensure accuracy and determine suitability.
• Check patient charts for allergies, medical conditions, and possible interactions with pre-existing prescriptions.
• Educate patients on drug information such as dosage, side effects, interactions, proper storage, etc. (patient counseling).
• Order pharmaceutical supplies and monitor inventory.
• Discuss and suggest over the counter (OTC) medications for patients that work in conjunction with prescribed medications.
• Maintain patient records in compliance with all legal requirements.
• Collaborate with prescribing physicians and advanced practice providers to monitor, review, and evaluate the effectiveness of medication(s) or dosage. Make suggestions for suitability as needed.
• Provide immunizations to patients.
• Plan, implement, and monitor procedures for storing, labeling, handling, preparing, mixing, and dispensing medications, per legal guidelines.
• Reach out to insurance companies for prior authorizations.
• Refer patients to other health professionals when applicable.
• Supervise pharmacy technicians and other pharmacy staff.
• Prepare and present reports to leadership and management as needed.
• Follow all HIPAA and privacy laws. Uphold the highest level of confidentiality.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate degree from an accredited pharmacy program.
• Current BLS certification (required within first 90-days of employment).
• Valid North Carolina pharmacist license.

Other Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• High attention to detail.
• Thorough knowledge of legal compliance.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of FDA health and safety regulations.
• Strong time management skills.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership skills- ability to motivate and lead other pharmacy staff.
• Ability to uphold the highest level of confidentiality.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.All duties and responsibilities are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

The physical demands associated with this position include but are not limited to: frequent lifting, bending, climbing, stooping, and pulling; frequent repetitive motions; continuous standing and walking; repetitive movement of hands and fingers (typing and/or writing); lifting of greater than 50 pounds.

The noise level in the work environment is low, consistent with that of a typical office.

Charlotte Community Health Clinic, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment with regard to age, race, sex, national origin, disability, color, marital status, veteran’s status, or religion.

Company Description

Started in 2000 by a group of committed volunteers, Charlotte Community Health Clinic is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that offers high-quality medical, dental, and behavioral health services for childrenand adults.

Although we serve all populations, as a FQHC, we have a special purpose of serving the underserved. We work towards a healthy community where all individuals, regardless of ability to pay, have access to affordable, quality, and comprehensive health care. We accept most major health insurance plans, as well as Medicaid and Medicare. For patients without health insurance, we offer a discount program based on income and family size.

Our organization is growing! We are thrilled about the expansion of care that our growth allows us to provide. Our goal is to recruit, develop, and retain a team that not only meets the minimum job qualifications, but shares our passion for serving those who need it most.

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Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401K Retirement Plan w/ discretionary match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Loan Repayment Opportunities through the National Health Service Corps
• FTCA Malpractice Coverage
• CME Reimbursement

EO Employer

Charlotte Community Health Clinic, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in any aspect of employment with regard toage, race, sex, national origin, disability, color, marital status, veteran’s status, or religion.