Pharmacist in Charge (PIC)

Who We Are:

Aviva Health is a dynamic and mission-driven federally qualified health center (FQHC). Committed to providing comprehensive and compassionate healthcare services, Aviva Health offers a holistic approach to care, addressing patients' medical, behavioral health, dental, and social service needs. As a vital healthcare resource in the community, Aviva Health fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment where dedicated healthcare professionals have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and families. Join us at Aviva Health and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our patients and the community we serve.

Benefits Include:

• Monday - Friday Scheduling
• Paid Holidays
• PTO
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 403(b) Retirement with Employer Match
• Training and professional development opportunities

• Work-life balance as a Blue Zones participant

Position Purpose:

The Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) oversees all aspects of the pharmacy's operations. This includes ensuring compliance with federal and state pharmacy laws, managing inventory, supervising pharmacy staff, and collaborating with clinical providers to optimize patient outcomes. The PIC plays a critical role in ensuring that the pharmacy meets HRSA, 340B, and FQHC-specific requirements while delivering high-quality pharmaceutical care to underserved populations.

The Pharmacist in Charge is responsible for pharmacy management and regulatory compliance of the pharmacy, including full-service daily functions of the pharmacy ensuring proper preparation, review, verification, and dispensation of prescribed medication, regulatory compliance, and personnel management. The PIC provides positive customer service experience in accordance with the organization’s mission. They support efficient workflows in receiving and dispensing medications and inventory. The Pharmacist in Charge oversees and directs the pharmacy technician staff, other Pharmacists, Clinical Pharmacy work, and provide education to patients to enhance customer experience.

Essential Functions:

• Ensures pharmacy operations comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Maintains licensure and certifications required by the Board of Pharmacy.
• Oversees and ensures compliance with 340B Drug Pricing Program requirements, including eligibility, procurement, and audit readiness.
• Directly oversees and supervises pharmacy personnel, including Pharmacists and technicians. This includes managing timecards, workflows, and employee relations.
• Provides guidance to leadership on operating the pharmacy at the Roseburg clinic and supports dispensing services to other Aviva Health locations.
• Works collaboratively with the 340B Program Manager to oversee the 340B program
• Works with multidisciplinary health care team to provide drug information and assist in monitoring patient drug therapies
• Works with Aviva Health leadership and staff to optimize pharmacy operations and to achieve the goals, objectives, and budget established by Aviva Health’s Board of Directors
• Prepares medications by reviewing and interpreting physician orders and detecting therapeutic incompatibilities
• Packages, labels, and dispenses medication
• Responsible for supervising and directing technicians’ workflows, including verifying prescription entries, preparation of medications, and labeling of medications
• Provides pharmacological information by answering questions and requests of health care professionals and counseling patients on drug therapies
• Develops clinical staff’s pharmacological knowledge by participating in provider meetings and training health care professionals, residents, and students
• Complies with all state and federal drug laws, including, but not limited to, those as regulated by the state board of pharmacy and the drug enforcement administration
• Maintains records for controlled substances and removes outdated and damaged drugs from the pharmacy inventory

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited pharmacy college recognized by the American Council of Pharmaceutical Education (ACPE) required; PharmD preferred.
• Valid Oregon state pharmacist license.
• BLS for Healthcare Provider – can be certified through employer during hiring process. CPR or CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification will be provided upon hire
• At least two (2) years of professional job experience; 340B pharmacy knowledge highly desired.

Ready to join our team? Apply now and take the next step in your career.

Aviva Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Aviva Health is a Drug-Free Workplace

To ensure a safe and secure environment for our employees and patients, Aviva Health maintains a drug-free workplace. All employment offers are contingent upon passing a drug screening and a criminal background check. Compliance with these policies is required throughout employment.