Pharmacist In Charge - $120,000 - $145,000

Organizational Summary 

San Francisco AIDS Foundation (SFAF) envisions a future where health justice is achieved for all people living with or at risk for HIV. Ultimately, we strive for a day when race is not a barrier to health and wellness, substance use is not stigmatized, HIV status does not determine quality of life, and HIV transmission is eliminated.

Our mission is to promote health, wellness, and social justice for communities most impacted by HIV through sexual health and substance use services, advocacy, and partnership.

Our strategic plan includes an articulation of its five key values, which are the foundation for its work and its employees:  Justice, Dignity, Courage, Leadership and Excellence. We need passionate agents of social change, vanguards of public health, and practitioners of racial justice to join our fight.

 

Position Overview:

Responsible for the efficient operations of the pharmacy; ensures standards of quality, productivity, and performance in accordance with San Francisco AIDS Foundation policy and procedures and the requirements of state and federal regulatory agencies.  Uses critical thinking skills, tact, and discretion to oversee and direct the pharmacy and its staff. Schedules, staffs, trains, coaches, counsels, and reviews the pharmacy personnel during daily activities, continually developing the employees. Works in conjunction with various levels of management to resolve issues. Manages operations of the pharmacy, including buying and maintaining the equipment and supplies. Monitors pharmacy performance and oversees and participates in pharmacist duties, including dispensing appropriate prescription medication.

Counsels members on proper medication usage. Implements and upholds proper pharmacy and general safety procedures and standards. Assists patients/clients while providing a high level of service. Accurately reviews and interprets medication orders; prepares accurate and complete patient profile; reviews profiles for correct drug, dosage, and route of administration; ensures that a drug duplication or drug-drug interaction does not exists; ensures that patient is not allergic to any medication prescribed. Efficiently performs other professional pharmacy duties including the safe procurement, preparation, labeling, distribution, and control of all drugs. Actively supports and participates in pharmacy activities recommended by accreditation agencies and regulatory agencies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

 

• Regulatory Compliance: Verifies that all required pharmacy, pharmacist, and technician licenses/registrations are current unrestricted and valid as required by state, federal, and Company guidelines. Ensure all compliance tasks and requirements for the pharmacy and clinic dispensary are up to date.
• Dispensing Medications: Verifying prescriptions for accuracy, appropriateness, and legality, and dispensing medications to patients while providing counseling on their proper use, potential side effects, and adherence.
• Inventory Management: Managing inventory levels of medications and supplies, ordering new stock as needed, and monitoring expiration dates to prevent waste.
• Quality Assurance: Implementing quality assurance measures to ensure the accuracy and safety of medications dispensed, including conducting regular audits and maintaining documentation.
• Pharmacy Operations: Overseeing day-to-day operations of the pharmacy, including maintaining cleanliness and organization, managing workflow, and ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Mentorship and Development: Provide mentorship to pharmacy staff, fostering professional growth and development through regular feedback, performance reviews, and identifying training opportunities.
• Conflict Resolution: In partnership with People & Culture address interpersonal conflicts and issues within the team promptly and effectively, ensuring a harmonious work environment.
• Team Leadership: Involve the team in decision-making processes where appropriate, fostering a sense of ownership and collaboration. Lead the team effectively during times of crisis, providing clear direction and support to navigate challenges. Ensure coordination and collaboration within Strut and across the organization.

 

OTHER RESPONSIBILITTIES:

• Staying informed about developments in pharmacy practice, including new medications, regulations, and technologies, and participating in continuing education activities to maintain licensure and enhance professional knowledge.
• Periodic consultations with practitioners in the field, including physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals, to promote interdisciplinary care and effective communication.
• Commit to staff diversity, equity, and inclusion. Actively recruiting members of the priority populations we serve.
• Maintain a deepened commitment to addressing the political, social, and environmental conditions that create health disparities.
• The pharmacist in charge/pharmacy manager will assume the role of consulting pharmacist for the clinic dispensary.
  • The consulting pharmacist will perform their duties in collaboration with Magnet Clinic’s Medical Director and Senior Director of Clinical Services to ensure that the policies and procedures of the clinic's drug distribution service, relative to inventories, security procedures, training, protocol development, record keeping, packaging, labeling, dispensing, and patient consultation are consistent with the promotion and protection of the health and safety of the public.
  • The consulting pharmacist shall be required to visit the clinic at least quarterly and shall certify in writing quarterly that the clinic is, or is not, operating in compliance with the requirements.
  • Before July 1 of every odd-numbered year, the consulting pharmacist shall complete a Surgical Clinic Self-Assessment Form as determined by the board as a means to promote compliance through self-examination and education.

 

Essential Qualifications:

• Pharmacist license current and in good standing in the state of California Required
• Excellent Communication Skills: Able to foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure the timely and accurate dispensing of specialty medications. 
• Leadership Skills: Strong leadership skills with experience in team management, mentorship, and professional development.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Familiarity with CA Board of Pharmacy and DEA regulations and compliance requirements.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Crisis Management: Ability to lead effectively during times of crisis and change.
• Advocacy: A passion for health justice and a commitment to addressing health disparities.
• Cultural Competency: Deep understanding of the communities served, with a commitment to justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

 

Supervision: Position will oversee the recruitment and hiring of pharmacy technician(s) and floating, on-call pharmacist.

 

Physical Requirements and Work Environments:

• Proficiency in using office equipment like computers, copiers, and phones.
• Ability to perform routine bending, stooping, twisting, and reaching. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The position may have exposure to blood borne pathogens and other infectious agents.
• When in-person, this position is located 470 Castro Street, San Francisco, however it may occasionally require traveling to other office locations or off-site meetings as required by the job.
• This position is expected to work a 4-day-a-week/10-hour day schedule on-site.
• Travel expenses for commuting to SFAF offices are not reimbursable.
• Role may include evening and weekend coverage.

 

Education and Experience: 

• Minimum of 3 years experience in practice of pharmacy.
• Minimum of 1 year of pharmacy management experience.
• BS-Pharm or PharmD degree from an accredited university.
• AAHIVP certification, or willingness to become certified within 12 months of hire.
• Knowledge of the 340b program, or willingness to complete 340b University within 6 months of hire.
• Experience working with priority populations including the LGBTQ+ Community, People living with HIV/AIDS, POC, and other marginalized communities highly valued.

This position will have access to protected health information (PHI) and may only access, use or disclose the minimum information necessary to perform their designated role on behalf of San Francisco AIDS Foundation, regardless of the extent of access provided.

Work Environment:

• This is fully in person role at our Strut Sexual Health Clinic (470 Castro St) with travel to other locations as determined in the sole discretion of SFAF. 
• Travel expenses for commuting to SFAF offices are not reimbursable. 
• May require evening and weekend work.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for personnel so classified. 

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:
 
SFAF is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package for our full-time employees. These include:

Vacation + Leave
24 days of combined Paid Time Off/Sick Time Off for the first two years of employment
29 days of Paid Time Off/Sick Time Off after two years of employment
14 paid holidays per year

Retirement
403(b) Plan – SFAF matches employee contributions (1 to 1) up to 3% of salary

Health Coverage
Flexible Spending Account to set aside employee pre-tax dollars for unreimbursed medical and dependent expenses.
Medical insurance - premium fully/partially paid by SFAF for employee (Kaiser Permanente HMO, Sutter Health Plus HMO)
Vision insurance – premium fully paid by SFAF for employee (MetLife)
Dental insurance – premiums fully/partially paid by SFAF for the employee (MetLife Insurance)

Employee Sponsored Care
Plume - Gender Affirming Care
Care.com – Family care benefits
Maven – Family Forming benefits

Life Insurance + Disability + Family Leave
Life Insurance and AD&D insurance – Employer Paid: 100% of salary, up to $100K (MetLife)
Long term disability insurance (MetLife)
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and California Family Rights Act (CFRA), Pregnancy-Related Disability Leave (PDL), as applicable
 
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The San Francisco AIDS Foundation is an Equal Opportunity employer. We actively seek applications from people living with HIV/AIDS, people with disabilities, women, LGBTQ individuals and people of color.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

 

Application Process:

 

Please visit our careers page at:

http://www.sfaf.org/about-us/careers/

 

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED

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