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Pharmacist in Charge

Protouch Staffing, Minneapolis, MN, United States


Job Title:

Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC)

Location:

Plymouth, MN

Schedule:

Full-time | Day Shift Preferred | Rotating Weekend (Every 4th Weekend)

Setting:

Long-Term Care Pharmacy

Work Type:

Onsite

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC) to serve as the clinical and regulatory leader of a growing long-term care pharmacy. This role is responsible for ensuring full compliance with federal and state regulations while supporting safe, efficient, and high-quality pharmaceutical services for long-term care facilities.

The PIC will act as the designated pharmacist with the Board of Pharmacy and play a key role in operational oversight, team leadership, and clinical collaboration.

Key Responsibilities
Regulatory & Compliance Oversight

Serve as the designated Pharmacist-in-Charge per Board of Pharmacy requirements

Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations (DEA, Board of Pharmacy, CMS)

Oversee controlled substance management and inventory compliance

Maintain pharmacy licenses, documentation, and regulatory readiness

Ensure HIPAA compliance and patient confidentiality standards

Implement and manage quality assurance programs for long-term care pharmacy services

Clinical & Operational Support

Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and facility staff

Provide medication therapy consultation for long-term care residents

Support safe medication use and clinical decision-making

Assist with workflow oversight and daily pharmacy operations

Participate in staffing coverage as needed

Support the team during high-volume or short-staffed situations

Schedule & Work Structure

Full-time position

Primarily daytime schedule

5-day work week preferred

Rotating weekend coverage (approximately every 4th weekend)

Occasional additional coverage as needed

Education & Required Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Licensure

Active Minnesota Pharmacist license in good standing

Eligible to serve as Pharmacist-in-Charge

Experience

Minimum 3-5 years of pharmacist experience

Prior long-term care pharmacy experience required

Previous PIC or leadership experience required

Preferred Skills

Strong understanding of long-term care pharmacy workflows

Knowledge of geriatric pharmacotherapy

Experience with pharmacy management systems

Strong regulatory and compliance expertise

Excellent organizational and leadership abilities

Ability to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams

Additional Notes

Long-term care experience is required

Candidates must be currently based in Minnesota (no relocation support available)

This is a growth-oriented opportunity with strong leadership potential

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