Pharmacy

Lead Outpatient Pharmacist

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Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; and the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine at the University of Houston.

Degree:

Bachelor of Pharmacy.

Years of Experience:

Three (3) Years Work Experience

Verbal/Written

Above Average Verbal Communication (Heavy Public Contact)

Exceptional Verbal (Public Speaking)

Writing/Correspondence

Writing/Reports

000721 TYPICAL DUTIES THAT MAY BE PERFORMED:

 
 

1. Serve as Pharmacist-In-Charge (PIC), ensuring full compliance with Texas State Board of Pharmacy regulations and all legal requirements governing pharmacy operations.
2. Promote and embody the mission, vision, and values of Harris Health and the Department of Pharmacy.
3. Uphold and implement operational and administrative policies and procedures to maintain regulatory compliance and uphold organizational standards.
4. Collaborate with pharmacy leadership to manage staff scheduling, ensuring optimal coverage and maintaining high standards for patient care and customer service.
5. Oversee daily pharmacy operations in coordination with supervisors and managers, ensuring efficiency, safety, and excellence in service delivery.
6. Ensure regulatory compliance and operational integrity of all Class A pharmacies under your supervision, meeting state and accreditation standards (e.g., TSBP, DNV).
7. Foster effective interdepartmental collaboration by maintaining strong working relationships with hospital departments and pharmacy leadership.
8. Support departmental consistency and operational alignment by maintaining close communication with other pharmacy supervisors and administrative leaders.
9. Contribute to continuous improvement by developing operational enhancements, proposing practical solutions, and supporting innovation in pharmacy services.
10. Support workforce development and retention efforts, offering input on hiring, onboarding, training, and professional growth opportunities for pharmacy staff.
11. Participate in the development and delivery of education programs on appropriate medication use for pharmacists, technicians, healthcare providers, and trainees.
12. Engage with professional organizations to stay informed on industry trends, standards, and emerging best practices, contributing to pharmacy advancement.
13. Promote departmental achievements and best practices through written publications and oral presentations to enhance professional reputation and community trust.

In compliance with Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act, only those employees who have been deemed qualified by Harris Health may use his or her second language to perform his or her job duties, as described in this job description. Please see Harris Health Policy 3.52, Non-Discrimination in Access to Services, Programs, and Facilities for additional information.

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