Nature of Pharmacist Position:

Under the supervision of the CEO, the Pharmacist Staff ensures accuracy during the prescription filling process.

Staff Pharmacist duties include but are not limited to:

• -Work closely with the Pharmacy Manager to assist with overseeing daily pharmacy
• operations in alignment with FQHC policies, HRSA expectations, and applicable
• state/federal laws.
• -Maintain efficient workflows for prescription processing, clinical services, and 340B
• pharmacy inventory.
• -Ensure proper segregation of 340B, and non-340B transactions to prevent diversion and
• duplicate discounts.
• -Collaborate with FQHC medical, behavioral health, and dental providers to support
• integrated, team-based care.
• -Ensure proper documentation for UDS reporting, quality metrics, and value-based care
• programs.
• -Work closely with the Pharmacy Manager to ensure adherence to all HRSA, 340B, Board
• of Pharmacy, DEA, FDA, CMS, Medicaid, OSHA, and HIPAA requirements.
• -Maintain accurate and complete records for controlled substances, temperature logs,
• recalls, waste, and inventory documentation.
• -Oversee compliance with USP standards when applicable.
• -Stay current with changes to 340B regulations, and covered entity requirements.
• -Maintain adherence to approved company policies and procedures in compliance with
• state and federal guidelines.
• -Ensure accurate third-party billing, resolution of rejections, and compliance with
• Medicaid carve-in/carve-out policies.
• -Work closely with the Pharmacy manager to assist with purchasing, inventory returns,
• shrinkage control, and cost-effective procurement using 340B, and WAC accounts.
• -Ensure ethical and secure handling of controlled substances and 340B inventory.
• -Assist Pharmacy Manager with maintenance of the physical security of the pharmacy,
• including alarms, safes, cameras, and secure storage.
• -Assist other pharmacy staff regarding emergency procedures and hazardous drug
• handling.
• -Provide excellent patient service, resolve escalated concerns, and promote health equity
• aligned with FQHC mission.
• -Educate patients on affordable medication access programs, including 340B pricing
• options when appropriate.
• -Build strong relationships with pharmacy staff and provide guidance and mentorship as
• needed.

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:

• -College degree from an accredited college of pharmacy.
• -Must have and maintain a current license from the State Board of Pharmacy.
• -Previous pharmacy experience preferred but not required.

Knowledge:

• -Thorough knowledge and application of the state and federal laws that govern
• the use of prescriptions and controlled substances.
• -Working knowledge of the 340B drug program and how it relates to patients who
• have financial difficulty in regards to medication.
• -Excellent customer service skills including a positive attitude, friendly demeanor,
• calm voice, and patience.
• -Organized and able to organize work areas so others can find necessary
• documents.
• -Respects the confidentiality of information obtained through the position.
• -Working knowledge of company safety procedures.
• -Willingly assists with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling,
• crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity.
• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and the ability to
• adjust focus.
• Generally, the job requires prolonged periods of standing or walking, some
• periods of being seated.