Pharmacy Manager

Pharmacy Manager / Pharmacist In Charge (PIC / COR)

Location: Near Bradenton, FL

Compensation: $75.00 – $80.00 per hour (DOE)

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (On-call, weekend, and evening rotation support required)

Position Overview

Rx relief is seeking an experienced, proactive Pharmacy Manager / Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) to lead pharmacy operations near Bradenton, Florida. In this crucial leadership role, you will hold the PIC/COR (Consultant of Record) license and oversee all daily administrative, operational, and clinical functions. Working alongside a team, you will manage workflows, ensure strict regulatory compliance, optimize inventory and cost-efficiency, and provide high-quality pharmaceutical care.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership & Staffing: Direct day-to-day acute pharmacy workflows, delegate tasks to tech staff, manage schedules, and provide primary staffing support.
• On-Call & After-Hours Coverage: Serve as second-line backup for after-hours and weekend on-call rotations in coordination with a remote order entry service.
• Clinical & Quality Assurance: Oversee medication dispenses, automated refilling systems, medical record entries, and QA monitoring. Prepare end-of-month reporting as assigned by the Director of Pharmacy.
• IV Compounding & Medicine Preparation: Supervise and prepare intravenous medications (IV compounding experience required; non-chemo). Communicate with nursing and medical staff to offer alternatives during drug shortages.
• Inventory & Budget Management: Maintain precise inventory control, evaluate stock levels, procure alternative medications during supply chain disruptions, and support cost-containment initiatives.
• Team Management & Onboarding: Lead hiring, training, competency evaluations, and performance management for pharmacy personnel to achieve departmental standards.
• Regulatory Compliance & Collaboration: Enforce federal and state medication handling, reception, and storage regulations. Participate in interdisciplinary hospital committees to align pharmacy operations with broader facility goals.

Qualifications & Physical Demands

• Education & Credentials: Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or PharmD from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Active, unencumbered Florida Pharmacist License eligible to serve as Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) / Consultant of Record (COR).
• Clinical Skills: Demonstrated experience in IV compounding (no oncology/chemo compounding required).
• Leadership Capabilities: Strong background in managing pharmacy staff, organizing operational workflows, and driving continuous process improvement.
• Communication & Resilience: Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with the ability to maintain composure and perform under emergency or high-pressure situations.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for the duration of the shift, bend, stoop, reach, and occasionally lift up to 35 lbs.

Why Join Rx Relief?

At Rx Relief, we connect top healthcare professionals with premier opportunities nationwide. As a member of our team, you'll receive dedicated support, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to make an immediate impact in patient care.