Description:

Indiana Health Centers, Inc. (IHC) is a mission-driven organization providing high-quality, affordable healthcare to underserved and uninsured populations since 1977. At IHC, a Federally Qualified Health Center, we specialize in integrated care which means having access to essential services to meet the needs of patients we serve in the community. With ten healthcare centers and eight Women, Infants, and Children nutrition program locations throughout Indiana, we offer primary medical, dental, and behavioral healthcare services to community-based patient populations that are diverse in age, educational background, and income level.

IHC is thrilled to announce an opening for a passionate and dedicated Pharmacy Manager at our central Indiana office in Kokomo. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to make a meaningful difference in the lives of underserved populations in our community. If you are a passionate and dedicated Pharmacist looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the Kokomo community, we encourage you to apply.

Excellent benefits and compensation package:

• 403(b)/403(b) matching retirement plan after one year of employment

• Generous PTO - Paid time off and paid holidays

• Health, life, dental, and vision insurance

• Two medical plan options, including RX coverage

• Short-term disability insurance

• Flexible spending account

• Health savings account

• Life insurance

• FMLA

Summary

The Pharmacy Manager contributes to IHC’s mission and goals of patient satisfaction, quality of care, and productivity; oversees and ensures the effective and efficient management of the overall operation of all Indiana Health Centers through cooperative policy development, regular monitoring, and follow-up. Ensures compliance with federal and state laws and regulations, IHC’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan.

Evaluation of performance

Performance will be evaluated based on meeting specific goals, productivity measures, employee satisfaction scores, and other quality indicators for this position such as: IHC strategic objectives; site strategic objectives; functional capabilities; leadership and/or employee capabilities; IHC commitments, quality measures, and productivity measures.

Typical duties and responsibilities

Managing all pharmacy employees, policies, and procedures.
Preparing drugs and prescription orders for collection or delivery.
Overseeing the ordering of equipment and supplies.
Controlling inventory.
Applying best practice protocols when storing prescription drugs and controlled substances.
Verifying prescription details with the healthcare specialists who prescribed them when required.
Maintaining an approved drug and controlled substances list and verifying expiry dates.
Monitoring product displays, shelves, and the general appearance of the pharmacy.
Addressing customers’ requests and complaints.
Hiring and training new pharmacy employees and scheduling shifts.
Keeping accurate records of inventory, patient information, and insurance claims.
Develop and maintain the retail pharmacy
Will assist with opening the new pharmacy in Marion. Providing telepharmacy support.
Collaborate with the Executive Leadership Team on the progress and needs of the pharmacy staff.
Ensuring pharmacy services are in line with state and federal requirements.
Requirements:
A doctor of pharmacy degree (PharmD) accredited by the accreditation council for pharmacy education.
A bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related degree.
State-approved license to practice as a pharmacist.
3+ years of managerial experience in a pharmacy environment

Required qualifications

Up to date knowledge of the pharmacological uses and side effects of prescription drugs and controlled substances.
Advanced knowledge of protocols regulating the safe storage of prescription drugs and controlled substances.
Exceptional communication skills in advising customers and managing employees.
Excellent attention to detail
Proficient with learning multiple pharmacy software systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to oversee and evaluate the work of technical and professional staff.
Able to establish and maintain effective relationships with the public, employees, departmental staff, and supervisors.

Preferred qualifications

Certified immunizer
3+ years of pharmacy experience in a retail setting including prescription filling and verification, records and legal compliance, pharmacy operations, pharmacy software, and technology systems and insurance
Experience performing prescription dispensing
Strong working knowledge of applicable state and federal controlled substance laws
Experience with administering 340B program
Experience in a Community Health Center

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.