Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) | Symbria Rx Services

Overview Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) – Lead with Impact at Symbria Rx at Great Plains in Lees Summit, MO! Position Summary The Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) plays a critical leadership role by ensuring full regulatory, legal, and compliance oversight of the pharmacy while also working hands-on as a Staff Pharmacist. As the pharmacist of record with state and federal agencies, you will ensure pharmacy operations meet all applicable laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and company policies. This role offers the perfect blend of leadership and clinical practice. While driving compliance initiatives, you will remain actively involved in patient care by supporting daily dispensing, clinical review, and pharmacist coverage to ensure safe, accurate, and timely medication delivery. What is Long-Term Care Pharmacy? At Symbria, we combine the personalized care of an independent pharmacy with the innovation of a technology-forward leader. For more than 20 years, we have invested in advanced pharmacy solutions that improve patient safety and support our healthcare partners. Our advanced strip packaging programs help: Save time Improve medication accuracy Reduce medication waste Support medication adherence We serve a variety of healthcare settings, including: Assisted Living Skilled Nursing Memory Care Developmental Communities Specialized care environments 📅 Curious to learn more?  Book time with Jessica Tyler Responsibilities Regulatory & Compliance Leadership Serve as the designated Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) in accordance with state regulations. Ensure compliance with DEA, Board of Pharmacy, and all applicable regulatory agencies. Maintain pharmacy licenses, permits, and controlled substance registrations. Lead regulatory audits, inspections, and corrective action plans. Monitor regulatory changes and implement updates to maintain compliance. Partner with leadership, compliance, and quality teams to support operational excellence. Refer to Symbria's Pharmacist in Charge Policy.  Staff Pharmacist Responsibilities Verify and interpret medication orders for accuracy and clinical appropriateness. Collaborate with prescribers to clarify medication therapies. Monitor laboratory values, medication therapies, and patient outcomes. Perform final verification of medications before dispensing. Provide clinical guidance and support to pharmacy staff and healthcare partners. Assist with daily workflow to ensure timely and accurate medication delivery. Operational & Team Support Support efficient, compliant pharmacy workflows. Train, mentor, and develop pharmacists and pharmacy technicians. Participate in on-call pharmacist coverage as needed. Identify process improvements that enhance efficiency, quality, and compliance. Qualifications Required Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an accredited college of pharmacy. Active pharmacist licenses in Missouri and Kansas. Previous Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) or regulatory leadership experience. Three or more years of institutional pharmacy experience. Strong knowledge of state and federal pharmacy regulations. Proficiency with pharmacy management systems and Microsoft Office. Preferred Long-term care pharmacy experience. Experience with audits, inspections, or accreditation surveys. Knowledge of quality improvement and compliance programs. Why Symbria? At Symbria, you're more than an employee—you are an owner. As a 100% employee-owned company, your contributions directly impact our shared success. Benefits Competitive compensation Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Professional liability insurance 100% employer-funded ESOP retirement plan 401(k) and Roth retirement savings options Continuing education support Credit union membership Our Core Values Integrity – Do the right thing. Compassion – Serve with heart. Stewardship – Balance mission and margin. Innovation – Continuously improve. Teamwork – Succeed together. If you're a compliance-driven pharmacy leader who enjoys staying connected to clinical practice, this role offers the opportunity to lead, mentor, and make a meaningful impact while continuing to provide exceptional patient care. All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service.