The Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC) / Senior Clinical Staff Member is responsible for overseeing the clinical and operational functions of the pharmacy department at Reliant Healthcare. This role ensures compliance with regulatory standards, maintains high-quality patient care, and supports the organization’s clinical and business objectives. 

Leadership and Operations

• Assume responsibility for day-to-day operational and management activities in the absence of the President and Vice President of Operations.
• Oversee and maintain accountability for all pharmacy department operations and workflow.
• Manage pharmacy support staff and coordinate daily activities, including weekend and evening on-call schedules.
  Supervise pharmacy students and ensure proper training and oversight.

Clinical Oversight

• Provide leadership and guidance for all clinical operations within the pharmacy program.
• Serve as Director of the Clinical Committee, composed of all licensed pharmacists within the organization.
• Oversee clinical decision-making processes and ensure high standards of patient care.
• Perform or supervise clinical monitoring of patients, including laboratory values, therapies, and disease states.
• Conduct pharmacokinetic evaluations, dosing adjustments, medication assessments, and drug therapy monitoring.

Program Development and Quality Assurance

• Develop and implement Reliant Healthcare’s vision for a regional specialty pharmacy program across relevant disease states.
• Ensure patient outreach protocols align with current clinical guidelines and standards of care.
• Review medication therapy goals annually with the clinical team to ensure appropriate patient monitoring.
• Assign relevant clinical literature annually to staff to enhance the quality of care and professional development.

Education and Competency 

• Establish internal continuing education requirements beyond state mandates, including ACPE-accredited programs aligned with disease states managed by Reliant Healthcare.
• Ensure pharmacists are competent in evaluating patient needs and performing Drug Utilization Reviews (DUR).
• Coordinate ongoing education to ensure compliance with manufacturer-specific medication requirements and restrictions.
• Ensure staff remain current on evolving disease state guidelines and integrate updates into patient care programs.

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with FDA guidance, manufacturer requirements, and all applicable federal and state regulations.
• Oversee adherence to HIPAA, state board of pharmacy requirements, and accreditation standards (URAC, ACHC, JCAHO).
• Maintain all required documentation, logs, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor for unethical practices and collaborate with the Governing Body to address and remediate issues.
   

Medication Management and Distribution

• Oversee the distribution of oral, intravenous (IV), and intramuscular (IM) medications, including associated medical supplies and equipment such as IV pumps.
• Ensure proper maintenance of clean room environments and sterile compounding areas (if applicable).
   

Collaboration and Care Coordination

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, dietitians, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Consult with external providers to enhance care quality and business performance.

Safety and Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to the latest patient safety standards and medication error prevention practices.
• Subscribe to and review industry safety publications and updates.
• Communicate safety updates to clinical staff through quarterly meetings and additional communications as needed.
• Review external literature quarterly to incorporate safety and error prevention strategies into pharmacy practice.
   

Business and Industry Knowledge

• Maintain a working knowledge of pharmacy and infusion business processes.
• Demonstrate understanding of third-party payer systems, including Medicare and Medicaid regulations and coverage requirements
   

Accountability

• Ensure the organization maintains qualified clinical staff accountable for decisions impacting patient care.
• Uphold Reliant Healthcare’s commitment to quality, compliance, and patient-centered services.
    

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree or equivalent required.
• Active, unrestricted pharmacist license in the state where the pharmacy operates and in all states of licensure.
• Minimum of five (5) years of post-graduate experience in retail, infusion, hospital, and/or specialty pharmacy settings.
• Management experience preferred but not required.