Pharmacy Manager / Pharmacist-In-Charge

4d4 days ago

Ferry County Health

Republic, US · Full-time · $125,000 – $155,000

About this role

Ferry County Health serves as the sole Critical Access Hospital for Ferry County in Northeast Washington. The Pharmacy Manager/Pharmacist-In-Charge ensures regulatory compliance while leading safe and effective medication dispensing. This role supports high-quality patient care in a remote rural community.

Daily work includes reviewing prescriptions for accuracy, monitoring patient profiles for allergies and interactions, and managing controlled substance records. Staff oversight covers admixing, packaging, labeling, and equipment maintenance. Compliance with Board of Pharmacy and DEA standards remains central to operations.

The environment emphasizes compassion, accountability, and teamwork in a tightly connected rural setting. Located in scenic Republic, Washington, the position offers purpose within the Colville National Forest surroundings and strong community ties.

Opportunity exists to teach in departmental and community programs while optimizing workflow and business performance. The role advances clinical excellence and innovation to meet evolving regional healthcare needs.

Requirements

Active pharmacist license with authority to serve as Pharmacist-In-Charge
Knowledge of federal and state pharmacy laws, DEA requirements, and Board of Pharmacy regulations
Proficiency in pharmacy computer systems for patient profiles, charging, and medication records
Experience managing controlled substance compliance and quality control procedures
Ability to perform all patient care aspects while minimizing medical errors

Responsibilities

Ensure full compliance with federal and state pharmacy laws, Board of Pharmacy regulations, and DEA policies
Maintain accurate pharmacy records including controlled substances, inventories, logs, and temperature documentation
Manage controlled substance ordering, receiving, storage, dispensing, reconciliation, and discrepancy reporting
Oversee pharmacy licensing, renewals, inspections, and audits
Review prescriptions for accuracy and determine required formulas and ingredients
Monitor patient profiles to identify drug allergies, interactions, duplicate therapy, and incompatibilities
Direct pharmacy staff engaged in admixing, packaging, and labeling pharmaceuticals
Provide information to physicians, nurses, and patients on medication use, interactions, side effects, and storage

Benefits

Purpose-driven work serving a rural critical access community
Lifestyle balancing meaningful work with outdoor recreation in the Colville National Forest
Strong community connections and exceptional quality of life in Republic, Washington