Pharmacist In Charge (PIC)

Job Description

Job Description

Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) – Independent Retail Pharmacy in Santa Clarita / Valencia

California Position Type : Full-Time

Schedule

• Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Saturday : TBD Sunday: Closed

Enjoy stable daytime hours and a healthier work-life balance compared to traditional chain pharmacy environments.

About Us

We are a growing independent retail pharmacy located inside a busy professional medical building in Santa Clarita / Valencia, California. Our pharmacy is dedicated to providing concierge-level patient care, personalized service, free delivery, and strong collaboration with local physicians and healthcare providers.

Unlike large corporate chain pharmacies, we focus on quality patient care, relationship-building, and creating a positive work environment for both patients and staff. We are seeking a motivated, compassionate, and experienced Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) who is passionate about leadership, patient care, and helping grow an expanding pharmacy operation.

This is an exciting opportunity for a pharmacist who wants to practice meaningful pharmacy care in a professional and supportive independent pharmacy setting while making a direct impact on patient health outcomes and pharmacy growth.

Position Summary

The Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) will oversee all daily pharmacy operations while ensuring compliance with California Board of Pharmacy regulations, DEA requirements, HIPAA standards, and all applicable federal and state pharmacy laws.

The ideal candidate is a strong leader with excellent clinical knowledge, operational efficiency, patient counseling skills, and the ability to manage workflow effectively in a fast-paced retail environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the designated Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) for the pharmacy.
• Lead, supervise, mentor, and support pharmacy staff, including pharmacists, technicians, clerks, and delivery personnel.
• Ensure accurate dispensing of prescriptions and provide exceptional patient counseling regarding medication therapy, safety, and adherence.
• Maintain full compliance with California Board of Pharmacy regulations, DEA requirements, HIPAA standards, and all pharmacy operational policies.
• Oversee inventory management, purchasing, controlled substance management, and record-keeping.
• Process and troubleshoot third-party insurance claims and billing issues efficiently.
• Administer immunizations and provide clinical pharmacy services.
• Utilize pharmacy management software to maintain prescription workflow and patient records (Digital Rx experience is a plus).
• Collaborate closely with physicians, medical offices, and healthcare teams within the medical building to optimize patient care outcomes.
• Maintain efficient workflow management in a busy retail pharmacy setting.
• Assist in implementing patient-centered programs including medication therapy management, adherence support, and concierge pharmacy services.
• Support pharmacy growth initiatives, patient retention, and community outreach efforts.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of medications and maintain a clean, organized, and compliant pharmacy environment.

Qualifications

• Active California Pharmacist License in good standing.
• Immunization certification required.
• Minimum 2–3 years of retail pharmacy experience preferred, with prior leadership or PIC experience strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of California and federal pharmacy laws and regulations.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking abilities.
• Strong patient counseling and customer service skills.
• Experience with pharmacy software systems, prescription processing, and insurance billing.
• Self-motivated, dependable, detail-oriented, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lead a team while maintaining a positive and professional workplace culture.
• Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply (Spanish, Farsi/Persian, Armenian, or other languages are a plus).

Why Join Our Team?

• Stable daytime schedule with excellent work-life balance.
• Independent pharmacy environment focused on patient care instead of corporate quotas.
• Opportunity to build meaningful long-term patient relationships.
• Concierge-style pharmacy model with personalized patient care and free delivery services.
• Professional, supportive, and team-oriented workplace.
• Opportunity for leadership growth and professional development.
• Strong physician referral base within a busy medical building.
• Ability to make a direct impact on patient outcomes and pharmacy expansion.

Compensation

Competitive compensation package based on:

• Retail pharmacy experience
• Leadership and PIC experience
• Clinical skills and certifications
• Overall qualifications and professional background

If you are passionate about patient care, leadership, and independent pharmacy practice, we encourage you to apply and become part of a pharmacy team dedicated to excellence, compassion, and community healthcare.