Staff Pharmacist

Nature of Pharmacist Position

Under the supervision of the CEO, the Pharmacist Staff ensures accuracy during the prescription filling process.

Staff Pharmacist duties include but are not limited to:

• Work closely with the Pharmacy Manager to assist with overseeing daily pharmacy operations in alignment with FQHC policies, HRSA expectations, and applicable state/federal laws.
• Maintain efficient workflows for prescription processing, clinical services, and 340B pharmacy inventory.
• Ensure proper segregation of 340B, and non-340B transactions to prevent diversion and duplicate discounts.
• Collaborate with FQHC medical, behavioral health, and dental providers to support integrated, team-based care.
• Ensure proper documentation for UDS reporting, quality metrics, and value-based care programs.
• Work closely with the Pharmacy Manager to ensure adherence to all HRSA, 340B, Board of Pharmacy, DEA, FDA, CMS, Medicaid, OSHA, and HIPAA requirements.
• Maintain accurate and complete records for controlled substances, temperature logs, recalls, waste, and inventory documentation.
• Oversee compliance with USP standards when applicable.
• Stay current with changes to 340B regulations, and covered entity requirements.
• Maintain adherence to approved company policies and procedures in compliance with state and federal guidelines.
• Ensure accurate third-party billing, resolution of rejections, and compliance with Medicaid carve-in/carve-out policies.
• Work closely with the Pharmacy manager to assist with purchasing, inventory returns, shrinkage control, and cost-effective procurement using 340B, and WAC accounts.
• Ensure ethical and secure handling of controlled substances and 340B inventory.
• Assist Pharmacy Manager with maintenance of the physical security of the pharmacy, including alarms, safes, cameras, and secure storage.
• Assist other pharmacy staff regarding emergency procedures and hazardous drug handling.
• Provide excellent patient service, resolve escalated concerns, and promote health equity aligned with FQHC mission.
• Educate patients on affordable medication access programs, including 340B pricing options when appropriate.
• Build strong relationships with pharmacy staff and provide guidance and mentorship as needed.

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements

• College degree from an accredited college of pharmacy.
• Must have and maintain a current license from the State Board of Pharmacy.
• Previous pharmacy experience preferred but not required.

Knowledge

• Thorough knowledge and application of the state and federal laws that govern the use of prescriptions and controlled substances.
• Working knowledge of the 340B drug program and how it relates to patients who have financial difficulty in regards to medication.
• Excellent customer service skills including a positive attitude, friendly demeanor, calm voice, and patience.
• Organized and able to organize work areas so others can find necessary documents.
• Respects the confidentiality of information obtained through the position.
• Working knowledge of company safety procedures.
• Willingly assists with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity.

• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Generally, the job requires prolonged periods of standing or walking, some periods of being seated.