Chief Pharmacist Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/houston/jobs/newprint/4815771) Apply  Chief Pharmacist Salary $80,886.00 - $140,244.00 Annually Location Houston Job Type Part Time 30 Job Number 35899 Department Houston Health Department Division PHB - Pharmacy Opening Date 02/03/2025 Closing Date 2/12/2025 11:59 PM Central + Description + Benefits + Questions POSITION OVERVIEW Applications accepted from: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED Posting Number: 35899 Division : Public Health Infrastructure Section: Pharmacy Reporting Location: 3301 Commerce Street Workdays & Hours: M – F, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.* *Subject to change DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The Houston Health Department is seeking a pharmacist who will serve as the designated Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC) to oversee all pharmacy operations within the city's health department, ensure legal compliance with state and federal regulations, establish pharmacy policies and procedures, supervise pharmacy staff, and developing long-term goals for the pharmacy program while acting as the Chief Pharmacist for all city-run pharmacies . • Dispense medications to clinics and outpatients, ensuring proper labeling, dosage, and instructions, including 340B medications and patient counseling. • Maintain accurate patient profiles, record drug histories, and check for contraindications. • Order, manage, and monitor drug inventory, chemicals, and pharmaceutical supplies. • Counsel patients on medication usage, dosage, and purpose; refer to external pharmacies if necessary. • Negotiate cost-effective pharmaceutical contracts and manage supply purchasing. • Supervise, train, and counsel Pharmacy Technicians and support staff. • Provide drug information to nursing and clinical personnel; oversee Medication Therapy Management (MTM), immunizations, and patient assessments. • Ensure smooth 340B operations, compliance, and conduct audits; maintain records and reports. • Monitor inventory levels, control costs, and manage pharmacy budget. • Oversee medical billing, record-keeping, and ensure legal compliance with state and federal regulations. • Conduct quarterly 340B audits, including random patient reviews, and provide quality improvement recommendations. • Lead pharmacy leadership initiatives and participate in emergency public health responses. • Ensure annual Pharmacy and Therapeutics meetings are held as required by Texas State Board of Pharmacy. • Generate reports on discrepancies, antibiotic reviews, near-misses, and overrides. • Manage pharmacy formulary, drug pricing, and regulatory compliance. • Develop policies and procedures for pharmacy operations and maintain accurate drug transaction records. • Develop and maintain inventory systems and negotiate pharmaceutical contracts. • Monitor vendor relationships and ensure maximum contract performance and savings. • Establish quality assurance activities and promote safety with drug use. • Oversee financial operations, including budgeting, expenditure control, and project cost analysis. • Coordinate special projects, pharmacy in-services, and staff training. • Serve as a pharmaceutical resource to healthcare professionals and the public. WORKING CONDITIONS The position requires stooping, bending and/or lifting of items of up to 30 pounds with occasional periods of walking on rough surfaces. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy from an accredited college or university. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Six (6) years of experience as a pharmacist are required, with at least three of the years in a supervisory capacity and as a pharmacist-in-charge. LICENSE REQUIREMENTS: Requires a license to practice pharmacy in the state of Texas. PREFERENCES Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.** GENERAL INFORMATION SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED None. However, the Department may administer a skills assessment test. SAFETY IMPACT POSITION: Yes If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if candidate is promoted into this position, he/she must pass an assigned drug test. SALARY INFORMATION GRANT FUND POSITION Grants & Special fund positions are dependent upon continued available funds. If funding is no longer available, employee may be laid off or transferred. Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. Pay Grade 28 APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov. To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call (832.393.4885). If you need special services or accommodations, call 832.393.4885. (TTY 7-1-1) If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process. All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. EOE Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include: + Medical + Dental + Vision + Wellness + Supplemental Insurance + Life insurance + Long-term disability + Retirement pension + 457 deferred compensation plan + Employee Assistance Program + 10 days of vacation each year + 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday + Compensable Sick Leave + Personal Leave + Flexible schedules + Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions + Professional development opportunities + Transportation/parking plan + Section 125 pretax deductions + Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan + Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves + Healthcare Flexible Spending Account For plan details, visit http://www.houstontx.gov/hr/benefits.html 01 Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than 90 consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions? + Yes + No 02 Which best describes your level of completed education? + High School Diploma/GED + Associate Degree + Bachelor Degree + Masters Degree + Doctorate + None of these 03 Do you have a current license to practice pharmacy in the state of Texas? + Yes + No 04 Which of the following best describes your verifiable experience as a Pharmacist. + At least six (6) months + At least one (1) year, but less than two (2) years + At least two (2) years, but less than four (4) years + More than four (4) years + More than six (6) years + I have no experience. 05 Are you familiar with the Texas State Board of Pharmacy Rules and Regulations for Class D and Class C Pharmacies? + Yes + No 06 Are you capable of working alone with minimal supervision? + Yes + No 07 Do you have a current, valid Texas registration as a pharmacist without any current or pending disciplinary actions? + Yes + No 08 If you answered "YES" to question 6 , what is the expiration date of your registration? 09 Do you have any active or inactive Pharmacist registrations in other states? + Yes + No 10 If you answered "YES" to question 8, do any of those registrations have current or pending disciplinary actions? 11 Do you have experience dispensing medications and ensuring proper labeling with dosage, quantity, and instructions? + Yes + No 12 Can you describe your experience in maintaining patient medication profiles and reviewing contraindications? + Yes + No 13 Have you previously managed pharmaceutical inventory and ordered supplies? If so, please elaborate. 14 Do you have experience supervising or training pharmacy technicians and support staff? Can you provide examples? 15 Have you worked with pharmacy systems (e.g., MedHost, Centriq Healthland EHR)? How comfortable are you with system implementation and staff training? 16 How comfortable are you working within pharmacies without specific electronic systems to manage operations 17 How do you ensure regulatory compliance in pharmacy practices, including drug pricing and formulary management? 18 17 Can you describe your experience in collaborating with healthcare providers to ensure appropriate medication use and inventory management? 19 Please describe your experiences with disaster or emergency responses, in relation to providing pharmacy support and technical assistance. 20 Please describe your experience related to conducting inspections and monitoring inventory, records, medication supplies and or pharmaceuticals 21 Please describe your experience and/or familiarity with 340B. 22 How many years of verifiable experience in a supervisory capacity do you possess? + Less than 3 year + 3 to 5 years + 6 to 8 years + 9 or more years + None of the above Required Question