A Pharmacy Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a pharmacy, including managing staff, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining inventory levels. They are also involved in patient care, providing counseling and education on medications. Pharmacy Managers need strong leadership and communication skills, as well as a thorough understanding of pharmaceutical principles and regulations.
Here's a more detailed breakdown of the responsibilities:
Core Responsibilities:
Staff Management:
Hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating, and motivating pharmacy staff, including pharmacists, technicians, and assistants.
Inventory Management:
Ordering, receiving, storing, and dispensing medications and supplies, ensuring accurate inventory levels and preventing losses or expired products.
Compliance:
Ensuring the pharmacy adheres to all applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards.
Patient Care:
Counseling patients on medications, providing education, and collaborating with healthcare providers to improve patient outcomes.
Business Operations:
Managing the pharmacy's budget, ensuring profitability, and optimizing operational efficiency.
Communication:
Communicating effectively with patients, healthcare providers, staff, and other stakeholders.
Problem-Solving:
Identifying and resolving operational problems, such as customer complaints, supply shortages, and staffing issues.
Keyskills: immunization communication inventory management patient care leadership regulatory compliance interpersonal skills problem-solving