Location: Portland,OR, USA
Join Fred Meyer, part of the Kroger Family of Companies, where People Matter. We are a reliable brand that offers a better work life balance and properly staffed technician support. With more trained technicians than our competitors, you will have the support system in place that allows you more autonomy and the ability to enhance patient outcomes.
We are interested in every qualified candidate and will consider sponsorship of work visas for this position.
Based in Portland, Oregon with over 130 stores throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho & Alaska, Fred Meyer offers one-stop shopping with store employment opportunities in apparel, home, food, pharmacy and home electronics as well as opportunities in our division office in merchandise and product development, store operations, customer communications, public affairs, food and pharmacy. We are always searching for individuals who share our passion for service, leadership, honesty and diversity. Whether you like working with people, numbers or ideas, you can find a home at Fred Meyer. And with stores and offices across the Pacific Northwest, we have opportunities for talented individuals if you prefer to be closer to the mountains, ocean, or city.
Position Summary
Accountable for all aspects of pharmacy practice, within the limits of state and federal laws and corporate policies. Manage and maximize the financial performance of the pharmacy department by monitoring the pharmacy budget, minimizing or altogether avoiding unauthorized overtime, performing necessary pharmacy staff training and development, providing excellence in customer service, managing prescription pricing and generic utilization, controlling pharmacy inventory, and providing/implementing/participating in corporate approved clinical services. Demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion and safety.
Essential Job Functions
Perform all functions of a staff pharmacist and act as a role model for the pharmacy team; appropriately handle customer complaints and direct workflow to reduce customer wait times
Develop, implement, supervise, and promote the sales plan and other sales initiatives as developed by the division pharmacy department
Perform all the duties required and expected of a registered pharmacist in the state of employment and responsible for following all legal and company requirements
Direct the pharmacy team to achieve warehouse utilization goals, avoid unnecessary overstock, reduce the number of fill on-arrival prescriptions, and ensure that all staff members are trained, aware of and follow proper ordering and inventory record keeping procedures
Comply with all corporate mandated controlled substance operating procedures
Monitor third-party or insurance profitability; handle third-party problems, rejections, and audits in a timely fashion
Schedule all pharmacy staff members in a manner to help control or avoid unnecessary labor costs
Maintain all pharmacy records required by state and federal laws and company policies
Direct pharmacy to meet budgeted labor, volume, inventory and sales goals
Perform effective detailing visiting local physicians and other community targets
Promote, implement, and participate in public health initiatives and disease state management services
Travel independently as needed to support business needs
Supervise and coach direct reports in the performance of their duties; complete performance reviews and provide direct feedback to direct reports
Must be able to perform the essential job functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation
Minimum Position Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy and/or Doctor of Pharmacy Degree (Pharm.D.) from an accredited U.S. School of Pharmacy
2+ years related retail experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum 21 years of age
License must be in good standing
Proven leadership skills
Ability to read and interpret prescriptions and documents
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Commitment to providing excellent customer service
Ability to preserve confidentiality of information
Ability and willingness to continue education as necessary
Participation in clinical programs following company sponsored training
Desired Previous Experience/Education
Relevant Pharmacy Board Certification(s)
Equivalent combination of education and experience in business management
Education Level: Bachelor's Required
Required Travel: Up to 25%
Required Certifications/Licenses: Pharmacy Board License
Position Type: Full-Time
Regions: Midwest
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
PIC, pharmacy manager, pharmacist