Pharmacist

Our client is a trusted community pharmacy located in Guaynabo, PR, dedicated to providing personalized pharmaceutical care, health and wellness products, and outstanding customer service to the patients and families of our community.

Position Summary

The Pharmacist is the licensed professional responsible for the overall clinical and operational management of the Pharmacy. This position ensures compliance with all applicable pharmacy laws and regulations, oversees the safe and accurate dispensing of medications, counsels’ patients on medication therapy, and leads the pharmacy team. The Pharmacist serves as the primary healthcare resource for the community patients served by Pharmacy.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Pharmacy & Patient Care

• Review, verify, and dispense prescriptions accurately in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
• Provide medication counseling and clinical guidance to patients and caregivers.
• Perform medication therapy management (MTM) consultations as appropriate.
• Identify and resolve drug interactions, contraindications, and therapeutic duplications.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers regarding patient medication needs.

Regulatory Compliance & Pharmacy Management

• May serve as the Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) registered with the Puerto Rico Board of Pharmacy.
• Ensure full compliance with DEA, FDA, Puerto Rico Board of Pharmacy, and HIPAA regulations.
• Maintain all required pharmacy licenses, DEA registrations, and documentation current.
• Oversee the handling, storage, and recordkeeping of controlled substances.
• Conduct and document periodic audits and quality assurance reviews.
• Investigate and report medication errors or adverse events per pharmacy policy.

Team Leadership & Training

• Supervise, train, and evaluate pharmacy technicians and support staff.
• Assign and delegate tasks to pharmacy staff to ensure efficient workflow.
• Foster a professional, respectful, and patient-centered work environment.
• Provide ongoing education and coaching to pharmacy team members.

Inventory & Operations

• Oversee medication procurement, inventory management, and formulary controls.
• Monitor and manage controlled substance inventory and maintain accurate DEA records.
• Coordinate with suppliers and wholesalers for timely product availability.
• Ensure proper medication storage, temperature monitoring, and product rotation.
• Review and approve insurance billing and third-party claim resolutions.

Qualifications

Education

• Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited institution required.

Licensure

• Active and unrestricted Pharmacist license issued by the Puerto Rico Board of Pharmacy required.
• DEA registration for controlled substances required.
• Immunization certification preferred.

Experience

• Two (2) or more years of pharmacist experience in a retail or community pharmacy preferred.
• Prior experience as Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) is a plus.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in pharmacy management and dispensing software systems.
• Experience with third-party insurance billing and prior authorization processes.
• Knowledge of Puerto Rico pharmaceutical regulations and federal pharmacy law.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) required.

Working Conditions

• Community pharmacy environment with frequent patient and provider interaction.
• May be required to stand for extended periods during work shifts.
• Exposure to pharmaceutical products; proper handling procedures required.
• May work evenings, weekends, or holidays based on pharmacy schedule and regulatory requirements.
• On-call availability may be required.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking within the pharmacy.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers to verify, label, and dispense medications.
• Ability to read fine print on prescription orders, medication labels, and computer screens.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and through electronic communications.
• Occasionally lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Employer