Pharmacist in Charge - Long Term Care - Full Time
Listed compensation
$51.06-$81.13/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
Ask the employer about call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
Omnicare, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary of CVS Health Corporation.
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This is a full time position offering 40 hours a week. The facility is open Monday-Friday 8am-9:30pm, Sat 9am-5:30pm and closed on Sunday. The schedule will be based on the needs of the business.
What We Do
Directly, and through our subsidiaries, Omnicare provides a broad array of pharmacy-related services to long term care facilities and to other customers in the healthcare environment. While senior care has long been an Omnicare specialty, we also serve other targeted populations.
Are you searching for a fast paced and multifaceted environment where you can show your passion for helping others? If this sounds like the opportunity you're looking for, apply to our Pharmacist in Charge role at Omnicare today! We can't wait to meet you!
The Pharmacist In Charge (PIC) plays a vital role on the leadership team within the Omnicare Pharmacy and will report directly to the General Manager. The PIC will work to develop and implement strategies to ensure & improve operational excellence and compliance as well as provide outstanding customer service within the assigned pharmacy.
You will:
Provide Supervision for the Dispensing Pharmacy
Monitor industry, regulatory and compliance industry, regulatory and compliance developments (e. g., state Board of Pharmacy, DEA, FDA, etc.) for pending regulatory changes and partner with Division Compliance Officer and pharmacy management to address them
Communicate and educate staff on pharmacy-related issues such as regulatory changes/compliance, FDA drug recalls, drug information, sample medications, and investigational studies
Implement quality assurance programs for pharmacy services crafted to supervise and evaluate the quality and appropriateness of patient care, pursue opportunities to improve patient care, and resolve identified problems.
- Implement policies and procedures for the procurement, storage, security and disposition of drugs and devices.
- Maintain record of all required pharmacist licensure & technician registrations for current staff, as required by state law.
- Respond to the board regarding any warning notice issued by the Board.
Implement policies and procedures for maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of prescription information and patient health care information, and ensures that all employees of the pharmacy read, sign, and comply with the established policies and procedures.
Ensure pharmacy is in compliance with all local, state, and federal accrediting rules and regulations regarding the practice of pharmacy
Serve as a primary source of information and responds to internal and external customer questions or clarification of information.
May perform various duties associated with narcotic room compliance to include: reporting of periodic pharmacy self-surveys for controlled substances prescription accuracy, respond to and resolve regulatory surveyor’s inquires related to compliance issues, contact physician to receive hard copy of prescription and perform drug recall surveillance and reporting
In this role, you will be an integral leader of the team. Your success will be driven by your ability to lead and foster a culture of continuous improvement, quality, and service. The most successful PIC demonstrates both excellent leadership & customer service skills. The contributions you will make will position CVS Health as a leader within the LTC marketplace.
This is a full time, benefit eligible position. CVS Health offers a competitive benefit package which includes, but is not limited to, Paid Time Off, Health/Dental/Vision insurance, Employee Stock Purchase Program, 401K with a company match, and a generous employee discount at all CVS stores.
Required Qualifications
Must be a licensed pharmacist in the state of Kentucky, must be active & in good standing
Preferred Qualifications
- 1 year management experience in a Pharmacist in charge or Pharmacy Manager role
- 1 year of pharmacist experience in a long term care dispensing role
- Immunization certification or willingness to become immunization certified
Education
- Bachelors of Science Degree in Pharmacy or Doctorate of Pharmacy
- Anticipated Weekly Hours
- 40
- Time Type
- Full time
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$51.06 - $81.13
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great Benefits for Great People
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 09/30/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
Key Responsibilities
The Pharmacist in Charge will lead pharmacy operations, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations while fostering a culture of quality and service. They are responsible for supervising staff, implementing quality assurance programs, and managing the procurement and security of medications.
Requirements
Candidates must be a licensed pharmacist in the state of Kentucky in good standing. A Bachelor of Science or Doctorate of Pharmacy is required, with preferred experience in long-term care and pharmacy management.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Pharmacist Career Context
Of the 43 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% are remote, 44% have no call, 72% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Indiana is 93.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$137k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $147k in an average-cost state. 60.4% of Indiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.4 / 10 · top 25% in pharmacy | ranked against 10,144 Pharmacy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $106k–$169k | Pharmacy median $147k (middle half $135k–$158k)173 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$147k in purchasing power | Indiana index 93.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pharmacy listings in Indiana | 225 active | 10,146 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 40% remote · 44% no call · 72% no weekends43 benchmarked listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pharmacist in Charge - Long Term Care - Full Time at CVS Health a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Pharmacy — ranked against 10,144 active Pharmacy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
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