Job description
Are you looking to make a difference in a patient’s life? At AmerisourceBergen, you will find an innovative and collaborative culture that is patient focused and dedicated to making a difference. As an organization, we are united in our responsibility to create healthier futures. Join us and Apply today!
What you will be doing
As of August 24, 2021, AmerisourceBergen requires all U.S. team members to be fully vaccinated and show proof of completed vaccine status at time of hire. If you cannot receive the COVID-19 vaccine due to a
disability/medical reason
or sincerely held religious belief you will be required to follow AmerisourceBergen’s policy and process to apply for an
exemption/accommodation.
AmerisourceBergen is seeking a qualified Pharmacy Manager / Pharmacist-In-Charge for an open-door, outpatient Retail Pharmacy servicing primarily pediatric patients and employees of Children's Hospital of the Kings Daughters (CHKD), as well as the surrounding community.
This position is 100% ON-SITE at the following client location:
Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters
CHKD Outpatient Pharmacy
601 Children's Lane, Suite 101
Norfolk, VA 23507
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under direct supervision of the Vice President of Pharmacy Operations with additional support from the Regional Managing Director:
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Responsible for managing and assists in the procurement and dispensing of medications; verifies prescribed medications according to professional standards, facility procedures, and state and federal legal requirements.
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Responsible for achieving business goals and metrics for the Pharmacy.
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Responsible for the fiscal management of the Pharmacy to optimize profits and control expenses.
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Develops and actively participates in periodic business reviews and month end financial processes.
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Reviews adjudicated prescription claims and/or reports to ensure appropriateness of reimbursement, co-pay and related financials and follows up on any claims deemed inappropriate.
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Maintains all Pharmacy Operational & Clinical Policies and Procedures.
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Ensure compliance with applicable USP standards including <795>, and/or <800>.
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Lead, oversee, and ensure quality control for all non-sterile compounding taking place within the retail pharmacy.
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Operate with focus on excellent customer service and clinical care.
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Manage the Front End/OTC area, including determining product mix, ensuring stocking/replenishment, regular maintenance, and responding to customer/facility requests for special order OTC items.
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Consults with patients regarding medications or supplies prescribed, including dosage, frequency, specialized requirements and possible drug interactions.
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Works closely with patients in order to answer all questions and/or concerns regarding their medication therapy.
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Manages processes designed to extend a seamless continuum of care for patients upon discharge.
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Manages all associate relations functions for the pharmacy staff such as hiring, scheduling, conflict resolution, training, terminations, and performance management.
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Monitors the overall performance of staff members to ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational policies, practices and approved pharmaceutical dispensing processes.
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Maintains and executes all established procedures concerning quality improvement, security of controlled substances, and record keeping.
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Makes recommendations to the Managing Director and Vice President of Pharmacy Operations regarding any changes to operating procedures in an effort to facilitate smooth customer service operations.
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Responds to customer inquiries, requests and issues when situations get escalated to a higher level of authority other than the Staff Pharmacist on duty. .
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Provides consultation on pharmacy and therapeutic matters to various levels of organizational personnel.
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Reviews daily reporting and scheduling of hours worked for the pharmacy staff to include sick time, vacation time, personal and holiday time and adjusts scheduling as appropriate to assure optimal patient care is maintained.
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Leads departmental meetings and in-service training for pharmacy and ancillary staff.
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Responsible for oversight of Specialty Pharmacy program, including procurement and dispensing of Specialty products.
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Participate in necessary activities to secure and maintain Specialty Accreditations, with support from AmerisourceBergen Accreditation Consultants.
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Perform related duties as assigned.
EXPERIENCE / QUALIFICATIONS:
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Unrestricted license to practice pharmacy in the state of Virginia required
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Doctor of Pharmacy or equivalent degree from an accredited school of pharmacy
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Minimum 3 years of progressive experience managing retail pharmacy operations and leading a team of pharmacists/technicians
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Experience with the Federal 340B Drug Pricing Program highly desirable but not required
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Experience working with a pediatric patient population highly desirable but not required
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Experience with non-sterile hazardous and non-hazardous compounding highly desirable but not required
What your background should look like
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Requires broad training in fields such as business administration, accountancy, sales, marketing, computer sciences or similar vocations generally obtained through completion of a four year Bachelor's Degree program or equivalent combination of experience and education. Normally requires at least two (2) years directly related and progressively responsible experience, including at least one (1) year in a supervisory/management role; a Degree in Pharmacy from an accredited College of Pharmacy/RPh License required. Advanced degree, Master's or Pharm.D., is strongly preferred.
MINIMUM SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to work quickly and accurately under time and volume constraints
Strong decision making skills
Strong leadership skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong analytical skills
Ability to resolve customer issues quickly and creatively in order to improve customer satisfaction
Familiarity with pharmaceutical products, services and drug interactions
Strong organizational skills; attention to detail
Must have knowledge of pharmacy computer systems
Must have a general knowledge of business and finance processes including the ability to read and interpret a profit and loss statement
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
What AmerisourceBergen offers
We offer a competitive total rewards package which includes benefits and compensation. Our commitment to our eligible population of team members includes benefit programs that are comprehensive, affordable, diverse, and designed to meet the needs of our team members’ and their families. Some of these programs include paid time off including paid parental leave, access to retirement savings vehicles, medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options, an employee stock purchase program, and other financial, health, and well-being focused benefits.
Because we take a balanced, global approach to our benefits, benefit offerings may vary by location, position, and/or business unit. Some benefits are company-paid, while others are available through team member contributions. For details visit
https://www.virtualfairhub.com/amerisourcebergen
.
Schedule
Full time
Affiliated Companies
Affiliated Companies: Value Apothecaries Inc
Equal Employment Opportunity
AmerisourceBergen is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or membership in any other class protected by federal, state or local law.
The company’s continued success depends on the full and effective utilization of qualified individuals. Therefore, harassment is prohibited and all matters related to recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, promotions and transfers comply with equal opportunity principles and are non-discriminatory.
AmerisourceBergen is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the employment process which are consistent with legal requirements. If you wish to request an accommodation while seeking employment, please call 888.692.2272 or email
hrsc@amerisourcebergen.com
. We will make accommodation determinations on a request-by-request basis. Messages and emails regarding anything other than accommodations requests will not be returned
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