PHARMACIST IN CHARGE (PIC)
Job Description
PHARMACIST IN CHARGE (PIC)
Location: Vinton, VA 24179
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM with rotating weekends
Salary: $131,000–$142,000/year
Sign-On Bonus: $10,000
We are seeking a Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) to join a closed-door pharmacy in Vinton, VA. This is a non-retail pharmacy environment serving long-term care and senior living patients.
The pharmacy fills approximately 22,500 prescriptions per month and has a team of 5 full-time pharmacists and 1 part-time pharmacist.
The ideal candidate will have pharmacy experience and previous experience supervising, leading, or managing other pharmacy professionals. Long-term care experience is preferred but not required.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Oversee daily pharmacy operations and help ensure efficient workflow.
• Supervise and direct pharmacy staff, including scheduling and operational responsibilities.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal pharmacy laws, regulations, and standards.
• Support quality improvement and cost-containment initiatives.
• Provide clinical and technical guidance to pharmacy staff and regional teams.
• Respond to medication-related questions from healthcare providers, patients, caregivers, and internal staff.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Ensure proper procurement, storage, distribution, and disposal of medications.
• Document clinical interventions and communications appropriately.
• Promote safe, accurate, and high-quality pharmacy services.
• Collaborate with pharmacy management to support overall operational and patient-care goals.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy (BPharm or equivalent) or PharmD.
• Active and unrestricted Virginia Pharmacist license.
• Pharmacy experience with demonstrated leadership or staff-management experience.
• Strong knowledge of pharmacy laws and regulations.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to lead a pharmacy team and manage daily operations.
• Computer proficiency and familiarity with pharmacy management systems.
PREFERRED
• Long-term care pharmacy experience.
• PharmD degree.
• Experience working in a closed-door or institutional pharmacy environment.
BENEFITS
• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition Discounts & Reimbursement
• Shift Differential
• DailyPay
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness & Discount Programs
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities
If you're an experienced pharmacist with leadership experience and are interested in stepping into a Pharmacist in Charge role, we encourage you to apply.