Pharmacist

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Position Summary:

The Pharmacist is responsible for the safe, effective, and compliant delivery of pharmaceutical care within a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) setting. This role oversees medication dispensing, patient counseling, and clinical pharmacy services while ensuring full compliance with federal and state regulations, including the 340B Drug Pricing Program. The Pharmacist collaborates with providers and care teams to optimize patient outcomes, particularly for underserved and high-risk populations, including those receiving Ryan White and chronic disease management services.

Role and Responsibilities:

Dispense prescription medications accurately and efficiently in accordance with provider orders and applicable laws Provide patient-centered medication counseling, including proper use, side effects, adherence, and disease education Conduct medication therapy management (MTM) and medication reconciliation Collaborate with providers to optimize pharmacotherapy for chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension, HIV/AIDS) Monitor for drug interactions, contraindications, and therapeutic duplications Support preventive care initiatives (e.g., immunizations, tobacco cessation, adherence programs) 340B Program Management Ensure compliance with the 340B Drug Pricing Program requirements and HRSA guidelines Oversee procurement, inventory management, and dispensing of 340B medications Maintain accurate records for audits, including diversion and duplicate discount prevention Collaborate with third-party administrators (if applicable) and ensure contract pharmacy compliance Support internal and external 340B audits and corrective action plans Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local pharmacy laws and regulations Maintain adherence to policies related to HIPAA, OSHA, and infection control Oversee medication storage, labeling, and security requirements Supervise pharmacy technicians and support staff Maintain accurate documentation within the EHR (e.g., Athena) and pharmacy systems Participate in quality improvement (QI/QA) initiatives aligned with HRSA, UDS, and PCMH standards Participate in interdisciplinary care team meetings and case conferences Provide medication-related education and support to clinical staff Assist with development of clinical protocols and workflows as it relates to pharmacy services Support care coordination for referrals, specialty medications, and prior authorizations Monitor medication costs and support cost-effective prescribing practices and provide recommendations to leadership team Participate in staff training and competency validation

Skills:

Language Skills -The employee must be proficient in typing as well as spelling, punctuation, grammar, and oral communication. The ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Excellent English composition skills required to generate professional, polished writing at a high rate of production. Must be able to listen to complex medical information and summarize in a clear, complete, and concise fashion. Understanding of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, diagnostic procedures, pharmacology, and treatment assessments to the extent required to understand and accurately transcribe dictated reports. Translate medical abbreviations into their expanded forms. Computer Skills - To perform this job successfully, the employee should be able to learn and use all functions of the computer: email, printers, electronic medical record software, translation software, and transcription software. Must accurately enter data into a database, search for information, send and receive email and attachments. Must be proficient in electronic medical record to prepare correspondence, medical reports, and other documents. Other Skills and Abilities - Must be able to type words and numbers quickly and accurately; must comply with HIPAA confidentiality standards when accessing or communicating patient information.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an accredited college or school of pharmacy Pass a Level 2 Background screening Clear National Provider Data Bank Query 5-10 years of experience in pharmacy setting

Required Registration/Certifications:

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Immunization certification (preferred or required depending on scope of services) Medication Therapy Management (MTM) certification (preferred)

Additional Desired Qualifications:

Emotional intelligence and critical thinking skills Strong team skills and excellent work ethic Actively demonstrates a willingness to make a meaningful contribution to the work environment, as evidenced through behavior and attitude. Experience working in an FQHC, community health center, or safety-net setting Experience managing or supporting a 340B program Familiarity with Ryan White Program requirements Experience with EHR systems (e.g., Athenahealth) and pharmacy management systems Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred for patient population needs HIPAA Privacy Rule All employees who have access to health information whose confidentiality is protected by the HIPAA Privacy Rule are required by the Rule to receive training so that they have an understanding and knowledge of the Privacy Rule that corresponds to their job responsibilities and of the companys policies and procedures that impact on their job duties. Training on the requirements of the HIPAA Privacy Rule and the companys policies and procedures under the direction of the organizations Privacy Officer is a pre-requisite for this position. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; sit; walk; work on irregular surfaces; use hands to type, write with a pen, finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Additionally, may be required to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat, or twist. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Additionally, the employee may occasionally be required to transfer patients to and from a wheelchair. The physical demands described here are representation of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Mental Requirements Position typically requires simple/complex reading and writing; working at fast pace with tight deadlines, analyzing, perception/comprehension; judgment; math skills, decision-making; working in emotionally charged situations, dealing with conflict situations, working alone/with others/around others. Environmental/Working Conditions The environment is a standard medical office with operating hours between 8:00am-6:00pm Monday through Friday. Evening hours, Weekends, and Overtime may be required. Office hours may be changed as business needs dictate. Approximately 100% of his/her time will be spent in an air-conditioned environment with varying exposures to excessive humidity or noise. Minimal exposure to noxious smells from cleaning agents. The working environment characteristics described here are a representation of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Safety Requirements This position requires to adherence to standard medical/office safety procedures. Additional Notes This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and employee will also perform other reasonable related business duties as assigned by supervisor. This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment

EMPLOYMENT PRACTICES

Neighborhood Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity institution and does not discriminate against any person in employment or in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs and benefits on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, ability to speak English, disability, sex, age or marital status. Persons alleging unequal treatment should contact the Chief Executive Officer. Employer guarantees to pay at least the State of Florida minimum wage.