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Ames Drug Store
Pharmacist in Charge
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What they do
A Long-Term Care Pharmacist provides medications to patients and educates patients and physicians on the proper use of medications. Works in a long-term care facility or pharmacy. May be directly involved in patient care, working with physicians and healthcare workers to manage the long-term health of the patients in the facility.
$124,206 / year median in New Jersey
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Pharmacist in Charge Ames Drug Store - 4.0 Oaklyn, NJ Job Details Full-time $60 - $65 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Registered Pharmacist (RPh) IV compounding USP 797 Customer communication Pharmacy informatics Anatomy knowledge Pharmacy Information Systems (PIS) Teamwork Electronic health records (EHR) management Team leadership Pharmaceutical regulatory compliance In-person customer service Drug regulation HIPAA Cleanroom protocols Healthcare practice inventory management Licensed Pharmacist (State-Specific) Licensed Pharmacist Clinical documentation Health information regulatory compliance Patient interaction Clinical team leadership Health information management Sterile medication handling Pharmacy operations State and federal pharmacy laws Medical terminology Managing pharmacy teams Full Job Description Job Overview We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Pharmacist in Charge to lead our pharmacy operations with enthusiasm and precision. In this pivotal role, you will oversee daily pharmacy functions, ensure compliance with all regulatory standards, and deliver exceptional patient care. Your leadership will drive a team dedicated to providing safe, effective medication management and outstanding customer service. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient health outcomes while fostering a collaborative and compliant pharmacy environment. Responsibilities Lead and manage the pharmacy team, including pharmacists and technicians, ensuring smooth daily operations and high-quality patient service Oversee medication dispensing processes, including compounding medications and preparing IV infusions with aseptic techniques in accordance with USP 797 standards Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local pharmacy laws, regulations, and policies, including drug regulation and healthcare compliance standards Conduct patient assessments to optimize medication therapy plans, including pediatrics, pain management, and acute care cases Maintain accurate inventory management of pharmaceuticals and medical supplies while adhering to pharmaceutical regulatory compliance guidelines Supervise the use of Pharmacy Information Systems (PIS), Electronic Health Records (EHR), and other EMR systems to ensure accurate documentation and data security Promote a culture of clinical confidentiality policies such as HIPAA, ensuring patient privacy is always protected during medication administration and client communication Requirements Valid pharmacist license in good standing with current state and federal pharmacy laws knowledge Extensive pharmacy experience including community pharmacy, LTC (Long-Term Care) pharmacy, hospital or acute care settings Critical care experience preferred, with strong skills in patient service, assessment, and medical management Demonstrated expertise in managing pharmacy teams, inventory control, and pharmacy operations Proficiency in pharmacy software systems such as