Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) | Houston, Texas

This opportunity is designed for an experienced Pharmacist in Charge to manage pharmacy operations within a psychiatric facility. The role involves supervising daily activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and supporting pharmacy staff in delivering safe and efficient medication services. The setting is a mid-sized hospital with a licensed bed capacity of 128 and an average daily census of 103 patients, offering a focused environment for expert pharmaceutical care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversight of pharmacy staffing, including coordination of 2 technicians and 3 PRN pharmacists
• Managing medication order entry using the HCS system (training provided)
• Providing weekend and on-call coverage as needed to maintain continuous pharmacy operations
• Ensuring compliance with Texas pharmacy regulations and facility policies
• Supporting pharmacy staff performance and workflow in a psychiatric care setting

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Active Texas Pharmacist license (required)
• Experience in pharmacy management or as a pharmacist in charge preferred
• Ability to adapt to psychiatric specialty pharmacy operations
• Proficiency or ability to learn the HCS order entry system
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Schedule and Location:

• Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• Occasional weekend shifts from 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM and on-call coverage as needed
• Position located in Houston, Texas

Duration and Employment Type:

• Contract position lasting 8 to 12 weeks
• Start date available immediately

This role offers the chance to lead pharmacy services in a specialized psychiatric environment while working a consistent weekday schedule with potential for additional coverage shifts. Candidates with a valid Texas license and experience in pharmacy leadership are encouraged to apply promptly to secure this short-term opportunity. Take the next step in your pharmacy career by submitting your application today.