Pharmacist-In-Charge Job Description

Ability To Work:

1. Possession of a valid Pharmacist license issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy, and one year of professional experience as a Pharmacist; or,
2. a combination of training, education, and experience that is equivalent to the employment standard listed above and that provides the required knowledge, abilities, and license.

Knowledge of: inventory control; the compounding of prescriptions and stock pharmaceutical preparations; pharmaceutical chemistry and manufacturing methods; drugs, chemicals, and pharmaceutical supplies required in the operation of a pharmacy; state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to the legal operation of a pharmacy; medical record keeping requirements and procedures; the use and dispensing of narcotics and poisons.


Job Description: This is a professional-level class. The Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC) is distinguished from the Pharmacist by the PIC's responsibility for ensuring compliance with all laws and regulations governing the operation of their respective pharmacy. The PIC is distinguished from the Pharmacist, Supervising in that the latter is responsible for planning and directing the work of Public Health pharmacies. The PIC is further distinguished from the Pharmacist, Supervising in that the latter has full supervisory responsibility for all pharmacy staff, whereas the PIC may provide functional supervision to staff in a single pharmacy.


About Salary: $49.49-$60.42 every hour / $8,608-$10,509 monthly / Range: 7156

Definition: Under general direction, ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations for a single pharmacy; compounds and dispenses prescribed medications; may provide functional supervision of professional, paraprofessional, and support staff; and performs related duties as required.


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