Part-Time Pharmacist-in-Charge / Nonsterile Compounding Pharmacist Vici Health Sciences LLC Elkridge, MD Job Details Part-time $56.71 - $68.29 an hour 20 hours ago Benefits 401(k) Qualifications Registered Pharmacist (RPh) USP standards Pharmacy Information Systems (PIS) Document control experience within pharmaceutical industry Medical software Safety regulations Patient safety Licensed Pharmacist (State-Specific) Doctor of Pharmacy Attention to detail Licensed Pharmacist Pharmacy Regulatory/legal compliance standards in production Training & development Pharmacy operations State and federal pharmacy laws Quality control records management Managing pharmacy teams Full Job Description Vici Health Sciences is seeking a licensed Maryland pharmacist to serve as our Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC) and Nonsterile Compounding Pharmacist as we expand our business to include nonsterile pharmaceutical compounding. Our current business model focuses on clinical-trial manufacturing. This position offers an opportunity to help establish, register, oversee and grow a new compounding pharmacy operation while maintaining high standards of quality, safety and regulatory compliance. The position is ideal for a pharmacist seeking one or two consistent shifts per week. We offer flexibility regarding daily start and end times and will work to accommodate the right candidate. Key ResponsibilitiesPharmacist-in-Charge and Regulatory Responsibilities Serve as Vici Health Sciences' designated Pharmacist-in-Charge and assume responsibility for the professional and compliant operation of the pharmacy. Lead the initial registration and permitting of the pharmacy in Maryland. Manage pharmacy permit and nonresident pharmacy registration applications in additional states as the business expands. Complete and maintain initial applications, renewals, change notifications, inspection records and other documentation required by state boards of pharmacy. Obtain or coordinate additional pharmacist licenses or registrations when required for the PIC by individual states. Maintain a multistate licensing and regulatory matrix that tracks application requirements, permit numbers, renewal dates, fees, reporting deadlines and PIC obligations. Communicate with state boards of pharmacy, regulatory agencies, inspectors and other licensing authorities. Maintain pharmacy permits, registrations, controlled-substance registrations and other regulatory authorizations applicable to the pharmacy's operations. Ensure compliance with Maryland pharmacy law, the requirements of other states in which the pharmacy is registered, applicable federal requirements and USP standards for nonsterile compounding. Ensure compliance with USP when hazardous drugs are handled or compounded. Develop, implement and annually review pharmacy policies, standard operating procedures and quality documentation. Serve as the primary pharmacy contact during regulatory inspections, audits and compliance inquiries. Maintain inspection readiness and coordinate corrective and preventive actions when deficiencies are identified. Monitor changes in state and federal pharmacy regulations and update policies, procedures and operations accordingly. Ensure pharmacy personnel maintain all required licenses, registrations, training and competency documentation. Oversee the procurement, receipt, storage, security, inventory control, recall and disposition of drugs, chemicals and compounding ingredients. Manage DEA registration, controlled-substance security, recordkeeping, inventory reconciliation and reporting if controlled substances are handled. Review and investigate medication errors, complaints, adverse events, deviations and compounding discrepancies. Maintain required personnel, prescription, compounding, equipment, quality-control and regulatory records. Pharmacy Software and Reporting Responsibilities Manage the implementation, configuration and ongoing administration of the pharmacy management software. Maintain prescription-order entry, patient-profile, formulation, inventory, workflow and reporting functions within the pharmacy system. Establish and maintain appropriate user access, security roles and data-integrity controls. Coordinate software setup, updates, troubleshooting and vendor support. Train pharmacy personnel on proper software use and documentation requirements. Manage accounts and submissions through applicable regulatory reporting websites and portals. Submit required pharmacy, dispensing, controlled-substance and prescription-monitoring reports accurately and on time. Maintain access to and manage applicable state board, NABP, DEA, prescription drug monitoring program and other regulatory portals. Track successful report submissions, resolve rejected reports and retain confirmation records. Ensure pharmacy data is protected, backed up and retrievable in accordance with applicable record-retention requirements. Nonsterile Compounding Responsibilities Directly supervise and verify nonsterile compounding performed by registered pharmacy technicians. Review prescriptions or medication orders for completeness, appropriateness and accuracy. Perform final verification and authorize the release of compounded preparations. Ensure compounded preparations meet applicable identity, strength, quality, purity, stability and potency requirements. Verify formulations, calculations, ingredients, lot numbers, expiration dates, beyond-use dates, labels, packaging and storage requirements. Develop and maintain master formulation records and compounding records in accordance with USP and applicable law. Ensure ingredients and supplies are obtained from approved sources and stored under appropriate conditions. Monitor equipment qualification, calibration, maintenance, cleaning and temperature records. Establish quality-control procedures for weighing, measuring, mixing, packaging, labeling and releasing compounded preparations. Provide or make available appropriate patient or caregiver counseling when compounded preparations are dispensed. Support the development and implementation of new compounded products, formulations and workflows. Collaborate with management, quality personnel, prescribers, vendors and other stakeholders to support safe and efficient pharmacy operations. Required Qualifications Bachelor of Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy degree from an accredited school of pharmacy. Current, active and unrestricted pharmacist license in the State of Maryland. Eligible and willing to serve as Pharmacist-in-Charge. Availability to work approximately 16 hours per week on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Knowledge of USP and applicable nonsterile compounding standards. Ability to lead pharmacy permit and registration processes in Maryland and additional states. Ability and willingness to obtain additional state pharmacist licenses or registrations when required. Proficiency with pharmacy management software, electronic recordkeeping and regulatory reporting portals. Strong understanding of pharmacy operations, quality systems and documentation requirements. Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety and product quality. Ability to work accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment while managing competing priorities and tight deadlines. Strong knowledge of Good Documentation Practices (GDP), including accurate, contemporaneous, complete and traceable recordkeeping. High degree of professionalism, resilience and emotional intelligence, with the ability to collaborate effectively with demanding stakeholders and navigate challenging interpersonal situations. Ability to supervise pharmacy technicians and provide clear operational guidance. Ability to work independently in a regulated, quality-focused environment. Preferred Qualifications Previous nonsterile pharmaceutical compounding experience. Previous experience as a Pharmacist-in-Charge, responsible pharmacist or pharmacy manager. Experience registering a resident or nonresident pharmacy in multiple states. Experience managing pharmacy software implementation or administration. Experience submitting data through PDMP, DEA, NABP or state regulatory portals. Experience developing pharmacy policies, SOPs and quality systems. Experience supporting pharmacy inspections or regulatory audits. Familiarity with controlled-substance requirements, DEA recordkeeping and inventory controls. Experience in clinical-trial, pharmaceutical-manufacturing or research environments. Vici Health Sciences offers a flexible and accommodating environment for a pharmacist interested in a consistent part-time leadership opportunity and a key role in developing a new multistate nonsterile compounding pharmacy service.

Pay:

$56.71 - $68.29 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)

Work Location:

In person