Supervisor, Pharmacy (Outpatient Retail)

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Our Values

Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency

Department

DH Pharmacy Pav L

Job Summary

Under minimal supervision, the pharmacist supervisor is responsible for the management and supervision of the daily activities of the staff for activities and processes designed to provide efficient medication distribution, customer service, and appropriate clinical services. Supervisory activities include the review and prioritization of daily workload, serving as the primary resource for staff on clinical and administrative issues, and coordination of pharmacy functions with other departments/sections to ensure optimal patient care and interdepartmental communication. Ensures appropriate training, education, and competency of pharmacy staff. Recruits, hires, supervises, and evaluates pharmacy staff. Ensures compliance with all Federal and State regulations, and departmental policies. Develops and implements sustainable policies and procedures, provides oversight of payroll and scheduling, and provides staffing support as necessary.

Essential Functions :

Coordinates and works with other hospital colleagues (e.g. physician, nursing, ancillary staff, etc.) to assist in defining policies and procedures governing daily pharmacy practice in coordination with the management/leadership team(s) and in compliance with all applicable regulatory standards, and state and federal laws. Attends or participates in other programs, committees, inservice meetings and functions required by the pharmacy department. Delivers positive customer service and follow up on customer and employee issues/complaints. (40%)

Develops and implements work schedules and assignments to ensure appropriate staffing. As needed, finds coverage during periods of high volume, staff shortages and emergencies. Assures that approved work schedule is posted in a timely manner. Monitors daily staff attendance to assure compliance with organizational and departmental policy. As necessary due to employee absence, redirects work schedule assignments to assure that critical positions are staffed. Assists with the completion of the hiring and disciplinary paperwork with documentation. (20%)

Actively identifies problems and opportunities for improvement; identifies appropriate solution and involves others in the implementation process. Recognizes positive behavior and contributions to the organization using praise, appreciation, and rewards. Identifies training and staff development needs of employees and ensures appropriate training provided and competency is maintained. Initiates formal/informal activities with employees to develop departmental cohesion and collegiality. (20%)

Ensures all legal and professional pharmacy requirements are adhered to and appropriate documentation is maintained. Interprets, verifies, and clarifies orders for all types of medications as needed. Oversees preparation of compounded medications and ensures all record keeping requirements are maintained per board of pharmacy rules and regulations. (20%)

Education :

Doctorate Degree BPharm or PharmD, with PharmD preferred Required

Work Experience :

1-3 years pharmacy experience, Required and

4-6 years pharmacy experience preferred and

previous managerial or leadership experience preferred and

Applicable PGY2 Residency will count towards managerial experience.

Licenses :

PHA-Licensed Pharmacist - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required

BCPS-Board Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist - BPS - Board of Pharmacy Specialties

PBID-Pharmacy Based Immunization Delivery - BPS - Board of Pharmacy Specialties

BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross

ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association

PALS-Pediatric Advanced Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to interact with other members of the healthcare team and with pharmacy leadership

Strong organizational skills

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of pharmacy

Thorough knowledge of pharmacy related state and federal laws

Ability to maintain accurate records and prepare reports

Ability to demonstrate accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail

Ability to demonstrate sound problem solving/decision making skills with practical, efficient, economical, and reasonable solutions

Broad pharmacotherapy knowledge for managing patient medication therapy needs

Ability to provide input into the vision and development of pharmacy services

Shift

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$130,700.00 - $215,700.00 / yr

Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• •Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• •100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• •Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• •Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• •Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• •Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• •Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• •Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• •Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
• •Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• •Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• •National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.