Pharmacist

Description

COVID-19 vaccination is now optional for all Associates, contractors, volunteers, and vendors at PPGOH. While not required, staying up to date on COVID-19 vaccinations is strongly encouraged as the best way to protect yourself, our team, and the community we serve. For your convenience, COVID-19 vaccinations are available at our clinics. PPGOH remains committed to fostering a safe and healthy environment and will continue to review health and safety policies as needed. For information on additional local COVID-19 vaccine providers, visit COVID-19 Vaccine Provider Locations | COVID-19 (ohio.gov)

Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio is seeking a mission-minded Associate to join us as a full-time (37.5 per week) Pharmacist.

SUMMARY

The Pharmacist is responsible for all operations and management of the Pharmacy. In addition, they will organize and implement policies and procedures for the pharmacy in accordance with established policies of Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio in cooperation with the board of directors, and in accordance with accepted standards of good pharmacy practice according to the Ohio Board of Pharmacy and all federal requirements. The Pharmacist shall be the Pharmacist-in-Charge as defined by the Ohio Board of Pharmacy for the Pharmacy, which is a licensed pharmacy by the State of Ohio.

The Pharmacist’s services will assist customers by interpreting symptoms and providing immediate treatment or to successfully referring customers to a suitable care provider. Additionally, they will prepare pharmaceuticals by reviewing and interpreting care provider’s directives and detecting any therapeutic incompatibilities.

To be successful in this role, they must be customer-focused and remain up to date with the latest advances in pharmaceutical science.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING

• B.S. or Doctor of Pharmacy degree

• Licensed pharmacist by Ohio Board of Pharmacy (or eligible prior to employment)

• Prior relevant experience in a community pharmacy

• Superior written and verbal communication skills

• Expert understanding of pharmaceutical services in alignment with the Oho Pharmaceutical Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

• Ability to make informed, independent, and objective judgement

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work autonomously

• Commitment to the ethos, values, and service standards of Planned Parenthood and ability to communicate these to associates, volunteers, prospective job applicants, and others in the community

Preferred but not required Qualifications:

• Residency training or equivalent experience

• Board certification

• Prior leadership or management experience

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• B.S. or Doctor of Pharmacy degree

• Licensed pharmacist by Ohio Board of Pharmacy (or eligible prior to employment)

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Determine the objectives of the department; plan, organize and direct general pharmacy policies and procedures.

• Establish quality specifications for all activities within the pharmacy.

• Interview, select and supervise the activities of the department staff in addition to communicate, interpret, and discuss organizational policies and procedures.

• Determine job objectives, work methods and performance standards; review their performance relative to corporate objectives and discuss appraisal with each employee and performance; authorize and communicate salary changes, promotions, transfers, discipline, and discharge and administer all other personnel actions.

• Establish reporting and approval procedures; delegate authority to assistants for them to direct the work of others. Provide authorization for supervision, orientation, training, job objectives, performance standards and appraisal, personal development, safety, communication, discipline, grievances, and other personnel actions.

• Keep employees informed of matters affecting their work and interest; interpret and explain policies and procedures, objectives, operations, services, organization, budget and seek comments and suggestions from employees.

• Provide for maintenance of appropriate records to assure that the quality, quantity, and timeliness of work done can be documented.

• Review and appraise work of others within the department; review and evaluate departmental performance; keep the Senior Leadership Team informed of the progress and problems and any significant factors affecting assigned responsibilities.

• Seek compliance with outside agencies relevant to requirements for maintenance of services. Assure that professional competence of staff is maintained through education and coordination with senior staff. Plan for both short and long-range goals of the center in concert with the whole organizational plan of PPGOH.

• Upon request, prepare, reports and special studies; participate in and contribute to management and professional committees at all levels inside and outside of the pharmacy; keep informed of trends and changes insides and outside of the pharmacy which relate to assigned functions.

• Maintain competency in care for patients of all age groups and developmental stages, and maintain competency as specifically indicated by orientation guidelines for a particular unit.

• Implement clinical programs as appropriate to serve the patients and local community.

• Develop and track metrics, in partnership with the Vice President of Patient Experience, Vice President of Strategy and Transformation, and Chief Financial Officer.

• Analyze reports on critical organizational functions and provide necessary recommendations.

• Set and manage budget and financial measures of the pharmacy department in coordination with the Vice President of Patient Experience, and the Chief Financial Officer.

• Coordinate the activities, programs and strategic pharmacy plans throughout the affiliate ensuring consistency across all entities of the organization.

• Maintain current knowledge and understanding of pharmacy policies, programs, laws and issues, industry policies/programs, and coordinate integration of Planned Parenthood of Greater Ohio.

• Responsible for compliance with all local, state, and federal legislation.

• Provide technical advice and knowledge, in collaboration with Vice President of Quality and Risk Management, outside counsel, to others within the Patient Experience department, senior leadership team. and affiliate-wide, as appropriate.

• Strategically evaluate and implement sophisticated pharmacy related programs and initiatives, while working with organizational leadership to build consensus around departmental organization strategy and tactics.

• Maintain competency in care for patients of all age groups and developmental stages, and maintain competency as specifically indicated by orientation guidelines for a particular unit.

• Implement clinical programs as appropriate to serve the patients and local community.

• Ensure the pharmacy follows all applicable local, state, and federal employment laws, accreditation standards, Ohio Board of Pharmacy, and any other regulatory requirements.

• Maintain competency in care for patients of all age groups and developmental stages, and maintain competency as specifically indicated by orientation guidelines for a particular unit.

• Implement clinical programs as appropriate to serve the patients and local community.

• Ensure the pharmacy follows all applicable local, state, and federal employment laws, accreditation standards, Ohio Board of Pharmacy, and any other regulatory requirements.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Pharmacy Technician 

BENEFITS

• Paid Time Off

• Paid Parental Leave

• Medical 90% employer-paid base medical plans for single coverage

• Dental

• Vision 100% employer paid

• Life Insurance 100% employer paid

• Accidental Death & Disability 100% employer paid

• Long Term/Short Term Disability 100% employer paid

• 401(k) with matching employer contribution up to 4%

• Nine (9) paid holidays per year

• Two (2) paid floating holidays per year

PPGOH is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC), may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role

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