Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) | Venice, Florida

This opportunity offers a pivotal leadership role as the Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) for a brand-new specialty pharmacy opening in Lakewood Ranch, FL. The PIC will be instrumental in managing the pharmacy’s build-out, regulatory compliance, insurance contracting, and day-to-day operations, ensuring high-quality specialty pharmacy care in collaboration with clinic partners. This is a direct hire position with Monday through Friday hours (exact times TBD).

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the designated PIC, maintaining compliance with all state and federal pharmacy laws, DEA regulations, and Board of Pharmacy requirements
• Oversee pharmacy build-out, licensure, and accreditation processes
• Manage insurance contracts and specialty medication access
• Direct daily operations including prescription dispensing accuracy, patient safety, and clinical protocol adherence
• Supervise and train pharmacy staff to maintain quality and compliance standards
• Lead audits, maintain thorough documentation, and coordinate regulatory inspections
• Collaborate with providers and clinic teams for optimal patient care and medication management
• Handle inventory control, procurement, and temperature-sensitive drug handling
• Participate in strategic planning to grow and innovate pharmacy services
• Act as clinical expert supporting patient counseling, therapeutic substitutions, and prior authorization reviews

Qualifications:

• Licensed PharmD with an active, unrestricted Florida pharmacist license eligible for PIC status
• Prior PIC or pharmacy manager experience in outpatient/retail specialty pharmacy required; inpatient background not considered
• Demonstrated expertise with specialty medications and pharmacy software (e.g., QS1, PioneerRx); EMR or specialty pharmacy system experience a plus
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with providers and effectively manage specialty pharmacy workflows

Benefits and Perks:

• Competitive salary range of $135,000 to $150,000 plus performance bonus
• Equity stake opportunity
• Unlimited paid time off for flexible work-life balance

This direct hire role offers a unique chance to lead and shape a specialty pharmacy from the ground up within a supportive, innovative healthcare environment. If you have the leadership skills and specialty pharmacy knowledge to thrive in a start-up setting, apply now to make a meaningful impact on patient care.

To apply, please submit an updated resume, skills checklist, one pharmacy manager reference, and a copy of your Florida pharmacist license for consideration.