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Position Summary:

Lee’s Marketplace is a family-owned grocery chain committed to providing an enjoyable shopping experience for our guests. We pride ourselves on offering high-quality products, exceptional service, and a friendly, welcoming environment. We value our team members and treat them like family, and we strive to make a positive impact in the communities in which we serve. We are excited to be a part of the Vineyard community managing Bella's grocery store in Utah City.

The Pharmacist is a licensed healthcare professional responsible for dispensing medications accurately and efficiently, counseling guests on prescription and over-the-counter medications, and ensuring compliance with all legal, regulatory, and company policies. The Pharmacist plays a vital role in supporting the health and wellness of the community by providing exceptional service, upholding safety and accuracy, and contributing to a positive and professional pharmacy environment.

Primary Position Duties:

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

+ Review and accurately fill prescriptions according to legal and ethical guidelines.

+ Counsel guests on proper medication usage, dosage, interactions, and potential side effects.

+ Ensure compliance with all state and federal pharmacy laws and regulations (DEA, HIPAA, OSHA, etc.).

+ Maintain accurate records of prescriptions, controlled substances, and patient profiles.

+ Supervise and support pharmacy technicians and interns, ensuring adherence to workflow and safety standards.

+ Monitor inventory and assist with the ordering, receiving, and storage of medications and supplies along side the Pharmacy Manager.

+ Administer immunizations and other clinical services (if certified and allowed by state law).

+ Communicate with prescribers to clarify or verify prescription information as needed.

+ Stay up to date on new medications, therapies, and clinical practices.

+ Provide excellent guest service in a respectful, informative, and professional manner.

+ Participate in community wellness programs and in-store health events when applicable.

Guest Service:

+ Greet and assist guests in a friendly and courteous manner.

+ Provide knowledgeable answers to guest inquiries. Assists with and responds in a courteous and professional manner in accordance with guest service guidelines to questions from guests and prescribers in regards to knowledge of prescription and health related products and issues.

+ Promote and exemplify a high level of morale within department and store, utilizing friendly but professional methods of honest and open communication with guests and team members.

+ Offers advice and professional consultation in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations

+ Responds to telephone requests from guests, physicians, and vendors that require the expertise of the pharmacist.

+ Maintains CII ordering records, along with CII Monthly audits.

+ Actively participates in Clinical Programs (Immunizations, MTM, Health Screenings, etc.) and all other company sponsored programs.

+ Understands and communicates correct procedures for billing, filling and dispensing products under CMS DMEPOS guidelines.

+ Displays excellent problems solving skills and prides themselves on finding the best resolution that exemplifies the “Lee’s Way- doing what’s best for our guests, our team, and our company”.

Product Handling:

+ Accurately handle, verify, and dispense prescription medications to guests, ensuring correct drug, dosage, quantity, and labeling.

+ Monitor and manage inventory levels of medications, ensuring appropriate stock rotation (First-In, First-Out), preventing expired stock, and minimizing waste.

+ Oversee the receiving of drug orders from wholesalers, confirming correct quantities, conditions, and compliance with storage requirements.

+ Ensure all medications are stored under appropriate conditions (temperature, humidity, light protection) according to manufacturer and regulatory guidelines.

+ Safely and securely store, track, and dispense controlled substances in compliance with DEA regulations, including logging, counting, and reporting discrepancies.

+ Coordinate safe and legal disposal of expired, recalled, or damaged medications through reverse distribution channels or hazardous waste programs.

+ Oversee proper shelving and rotation of over-the-counter (OTC) medications in the pharmacy area, ensuring expiration checks and guest safety.

+ Follow strict hygiene and sanitation protocols when handling medications to prevent cross-contamination and ensure product integrity.

+ Identify and remove recalled medications from inventory promptly and follow recall procedures as mandated by regulatory agencies.

Cleanliness and Safety:

+ Maintain a clean and organized work area.

+ Follow all safety and sanitation procedures.

+ Report any safety hazards or equipment issues to management.

+ Regularly sanitize work surfaces, counting trays, pill splitters, and other dispensing tools between each prescription to prevent cross-contamination.

+ Ensure frequent handwashing or use of hand sanitizer before and after handling medications or interacting with guests.

+ Wear gloves when handling hazardous medications or during tasks requiring additional protection.

+ Follow proper procedures for compounding (if applicable), including using cleanroom protocols and aseptic techniques when required.

+ Ensure proper disposal of biohazardous waste, sharps, and expired or recalled medications using approved containers and reverse distributors.

+ Keep storage areas, refrigerators, and freezers clean and organized to maintain sanitary conditions and medication integrity.

+ Maintain clear walkways and organized shelving to prevent accidents or contamination from spills or disorganization.

+ Monitor pharmacy temperature and humidity levels daily to ensure medication storage conditions are compliant with regulatory guidelines.

+ Use personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed, including masks, goggles, gloves or gowns, especially when handling hazardous or aerosolized drugs.

+ Immediately clean and report any spills of hazardous substances using approved cleanup procedures and kits.

+ Educate pharmacy staff on standard operating procedures for sanitation, infection control, and personal hygiene.

+ Follow OSHA, HIPAA, and company-specific safety protocols.

+ Post and follow emergency procedures for fire, chemical exposure, accidental ingestion, or other safety incidents.

Cash Handling (if applicable):

+ Operate cash registers and handle transactions accurately.

+ Follow store policies on returns, exchanges, and refunds.

+ Ensure the security of cash and other financial transactions.

Team Collaboration:

+ Work cooperatively with team members to achieve store goals.

+ Promote a high level of morale within department and store, utilizing friendly but professional methods of honest and open communication.

+ Provides a safe, clean, and positive environment; and consistently builds and supports a culture that is based on relationships and continuous improvement.

+ Continually strives to build knowledge and skills, both personally and within the department.

+ Provides a professional example for other team members to follow.

+ Attends team meetings and training sessions.

+ Assist other departments as needed.

+ Work in a fast-paced, sales environment with tact and patience.

+ Be a positive example to pharmacy team.

Position Requirements:

+ Age Requirement: 18yrs+ Availability: Flexible, including evenings and weekends

Physical Requirements:

+ Ability to stand, walk, twist, sit, and bend for extended periods.

+ Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.

+ Manual dexterity for handling small objects and operating equipment.

+ Repetitive use of hands and arms to push, pull, carry, lift, reach, grip, and balance.

+ Occasionally stoop, crouch, kneel, or crawl.

+ Prolonged periods standing and walking.

+ Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the store.

+ Lifting may include floor to shoulder and overhead lifting repeatedly.

+ Occasional use and climbing of step stools or ladders are required.

Tools and Machinery:

+ Computer and pharmacy management software

+ Counting tray and spatula

+ Pill splitter and crusher

+ Label printer

+ Barcode scanner

+ Automatic tablet counter

+ Refrigerator and freezer

+ Mortar and pestle

+ Ointment slab

+ Graduated cylinders

+ Balances and scales

+ Syringes

+ Personal protective equipment (PPE)

+ Sharps container

+ Hazardous drug spill kit

+ Telephone and headset

+ Thermometer and hygrometer

+ Reference materials (digital or physical)

+ Any other items seen fit for position

Education or Skills:

Education and Experience:

+ Must have a college degree in Pharmacy (BS or PharmD).

+ Must hold a valid state license.

+ Must complete continuing education hours as required by law.

+ Ability to readily adapt to changes in schedule specifications and work priorities as the business and guest needs demand.

+ Ability to cooperate with others and work as part of a team.

+ Must complete all required state, federal and company training programs (ie. HIPAA, Fraud Waste and Abuse, I-pledge, etc.)

+ Must be trained to provide immunizations and complete CE requirements for Pharmacist Immunizers as dictated by Utah law.

+ Must hold current CPR certificate.

Skills and Abilities:

+ Ability to write, speak, hear, and understand the spoken word to respond promptly to pages, requests, team members, and guests.

+ Friendly, customer-focused attitude.

+ Ability to cooperate with others and work as a team.

+ Punctual, dependable, and able to follow and provide instructions.

+ Ability to implement solutions quickly and effectively.

+ Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

+ Ability to handle team member, guest, and vendor inquiries and complaints effectively.

+ Ability to read and follow instructions.

+ Great verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits:

Compensation:

+ Competitive hourly wage/salary.

+ Pharmacy is closed on Sundays

+ Benefits packages including health insurance, Disability plans, EAP, 401k plans, and Supplemental Insurances.

+ 10% discount, restrictions apply

+ Ace Hardware Discount at Lees Ace Hardware locations

+ Paid Time Off to those who qualify

Work Environment:

+ Friendly and supportive team atmosphere.

+ Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.

+ Safety forward atmosphere

+ Innovative, supportive, and input driven management team.

Lee's Marketplace is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.

**Note:** This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team members may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.