Contract Pharmacy Management Pharmacist - Bellingham, WA

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Pharmacy Management Pharmacist Job Description

The Pharmacist will work within the Medication Review Pharmacy Management Division providing pharmacy management services to healthcare facilities under contract with Medication Review. The Pharmacist serves as the designated pharmacy management representative responsible for oversight of all aspects of medication management within the assigned Health Care Entity (HCE). Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, accreditation standards, and facility policies while promoting safe, effective, and efficient medication use. The Pharmacist reports directly to the Director of Pharmacy Management and may also perform staff pharmacist duties as assigned.

Specific Responsibilities May Include:

Provide leadership and oversight of the facility's medication management program.

Ensure compliance with applicable federal regulations, Washington State RCWs/WACs and DEA requirements.

Develop, implement, review, and update pharmacy policies, procedures, and medication management practices as needed.

Plan, direct, and coordinate pharmaceutical purchasing, inventory management, medication storage, annual inventory, recalls, and disposal of pharmaceuticals.

Monitor medication utilization, formulary management, medication shortages, and cost-containment initiatives.

Assist with implementation and optimization of pharmacy technology, automated dispensing systems, and electronic health records.

Serve as the primary pharmacy management liaison between Medication Review and assigned facilities.

Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Pharmacy Management.

Requirements:

Minimum Employment Requirements:

1. Graduate of a College of Pharmacy accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) with a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree.
2. Active, unrestricted Washington State Pharmacist license.
3. Hospital or health-system pharmacy experience preferred.
4. Knowledge of Washington pharmacy laws, medication management regulations, and accreditation standards.
5. Position requires travel to Oak Harbor & Bellingham, Washington must be within 2 hours of facility
6. Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.

Physical Requirements:

1. Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
2. Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach overhead, lift up to 50 pounds, and perform routine pharmacy activities.
3. Ability to drive for two or more hours and travel to assigned healthcare facilities as needed.