Pharmacy Manager

Salary for this position: $60.00 - $65.00/Hour

Are you looking for a meaningful career making a difference in our local communities?  Are you passionate about health equity?  Do you enjoy helping people?

Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center is one of the largest community health centers in Massachusetts serving Worcester, Framingham, Milford and the surrounding communities.  We are a thriving and growing organization, and our team is expanding across sites to support this growth.

We are currently hiring a Pharmacy Manager based in Worcester.  This position Manager is responsible for the staffing and efficient daily operations at our BRAND NEW Lincoln Street pharmacy. As the primary pharmacist responsible for the health center’s compliance packaging program, this position plays a key role in the establishment of policies and expansion of the program. Responsible for contractual pharmacy relationships and performance, as well as relationships with academic institutions engaged in the training of pharmacists. Will be registered as pharmacist in charge with the Board of Pharmacy. *The role is expected to work from a home-based location but based on business needs and work activities/deliverables that week, a portion of their week may be spent at any health center site location*

As an employer of choice, our inclusive workplace environment fosters teamwork, accountability and respect and supports the growth and development of each employee.  We are an equal opportunity employer and embrace the richness of the cultures of our staff and community.  You are a good fit for our team if you’re passionate about helping people live healthier lives and enjoy working in a supportive, team-based environment

Job Summary:

• Oversees pharmacy operations and clinical activities, ensuring compliance with Kennedy Community Health policies, licensure, and regulatory bodies, including the 340B Program.

• Maintains financial controls, billing, collections, and coordination with Finance on contracts, patient statements, and inventory invoices.

• Manages PBM contracting, credentialing, compliance, and audit responses.

• Supervises drug purchases, inventory, and pharmacy software performance; coordinates with IT on system needs.

• Hires, trains, and evaluates pharmacy staff, ensuring licensure and certifications are up to date.

• Collaborates with medical leadership on compliance packaging and supports clinical programs to enhance medication adherence.

• Counsels patients on medication use, side effects, and interactions, referring to providers when needed.

Education and Experience:

• Licensure with the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Pharmacy required
• Minimum 1 year retail, community health center pharmacy experience
• Minimum 3 years management experience to include responsibility for pharmacy operations, clinical pharmacy programs, and staff management.
• BLS for healthcare provider (American Heart Association only)

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on related experience
• Medical insurance starts on the first day of employment. 
  • Health center pays 80% of medical insurance premiums.
  • Includes coverage for all individuals and most family types. 
• Generous time off packages
• Dental and Vision insurance
• 403b Retirement Plan with employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program