• Pharmacist In Charge (PIC)

    Actalent (Minneapolis, MN)


    Pharmacist In Charge

    Job Description

    We are seeking a dedicated Pharmacist In Charge (PIC) to oversee pharmacy operations within a Long-Term Care Pharmacy. This leadership role is pivotal in ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, directing daily workflow, and providing clinical oversight to guarantee safe and effective medication delivery.

    Responsibilities

    + Ensure adherence to CMS, DEA, FDA, and state Board of Pharmacy regulations.

    + Maintain pharmacy licensure, credentialing, and readiness for audits and inspections.

    + Implement and monitor quality assurance programs for pharmacy services.

    + Supervise pharmacists, technicians, and delivery staff to ensure accurate and timely medication dispensing.

    + Oversee medication packaging, labeling, and data entry processes.

    + Manage inventory, including DEA-compliant handling of controlled substances.

    + Evaluate prescriptions for dosage accuracy, interactions, and appropriateness.

    + Support medication regimen reviews and optimize therapy for residents.

    + Partner with nursing home administrators, Directors of Nursing, and medical directors to align clinical and operational goals.

    + Address billing, documentation, and workflow concerns with business office teams.

    + Conduct performance evaluations, in-service training, and ongoing education for pharmacy staff.

    + Coordinate schedules and ensure adequate staffing levels.

    Essential Skills

    + Compounding

    + Prescription review

    + Order verification

    + Prior authorization

    + Pharmaceutical knowledge

    + Long-term care experience

    + Active pharmacist license in good standing with the state Board of Pharmacy

    + Strong knowledge of CMS, DEA, and state regulations governing LTC pharmacy operations

     

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

     

    + Bachelor’s or Doctorate of Pharmacy (PharmD)

    + 2+ years of experience in long-term care or institutional pharmacy settings preferred

    + Experience with IV & Compounding

    Work Environment

    This position operates within a non-customer facing pharmacy role, typically working Monday to Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM. The role requires assistance with coordinating coverage during call-outs or time off, with a few weeks notice generally provided for schedule accommodations. Occasionally, you will need to assist with call-outs if coverage cannot be found.

     

    Job Type & Location

     

    This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $65.00 - $65.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Minneapolis,MN.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Dec 10, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.