Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) – Pharmacy Operations & Growth Leader

Lead Compliance. Elevate Operations. Protect Patient Safety.

We are seeking an experienced, California-licensed Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) to lead retail pharmacy operations with a strong emphasis on regulatory compliance, non-sterile compounding oversight, operational excellence, and patient safety.

This role is suited for a senior pharmacist with demonstrated leadership experience who meets all qualifications required by the California Board of Pharmacy to serve as PIC. The successful candidate will take full accountability for regulatory compliance, compounding standards, workflow optimization, and pharmacy performance.

Core Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance & Board Oversight

• Ensure full compliance with federal and California pharmacy regulations, including Title 16, Division 17 of the California Code of Regulations

• Serve as Pharmacist in Charge as defined by the California Board of Pharmacy

• Maintain pharmacy licensure, permits, and regulatory documentation

• Act as primary liaison for inspections, audits, and regulatory inquiries

• Oversee quality assurance and compounding compliance protocols

Pharmacy Operations & Compounding Oversight

• Direct day-to-day retail pharmacy operations, workflow efficiency, and inventory control

• Oversee non-sterile compounding practices in accordance with state regulations

• Implement quality control measures to ensure prescription accuracy and patient safety

• Maintain pharmacy records, documentation integrity, and compliance reporting

Leadership & Team Management

• Supervise pharmacists, technicians, and support staff

• Lead hiring, training, scheduling, and performance management

• Establish clear operational standards and accountability measures

• Foster a professional, compliance-focused work environment

Patient Care & Clinical Standards

• Provide direct patient counseling and medication therapy guidance

• Address escalated patient concerns with professionalism and clinical judgment

• Ensure safe dispensing practices and adherence to pharmacy law

Financial & Business Performance

• Monitor pharmacy financial performance, budgets, and cost controls

• Analyze operational metrics and implement performance improvements

• Partner with ownership to align regulatory compliance with business growth

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from an accredited institution

• Active California Pharmacist License in good standing

• Must meet all legal requirements to serve as Pharmacist in Charge under California Board of Pharmacy regulations

• Minimum 5 years of pharmacist experience in a retail or compounding environment

• Demonstrated supervisory or management experience

• Strong working knowledge of California compounding regulations

• Proficiency in pharmacy management systems (PioneerRx or similar)

Preferred Qualifications

• Formal training or certification in non-sterile compounding

• Experience leading pharmacy inspections or regulatory audits

• Proven track record of operational improvement and compliance leadership

Who This Role Is For

This position is intended for an experienced pharmacist ready to take full regulatory and operational accountability for a retail compounding pharmacy. Candidates without California licensure or qualifying PIC eligibility will not be considered.

Please include answers to these questions in your Cover Letter.

1. Please describe your experience serving as a Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) or in a pharmacy leadership role. What were your key responsibilities in maintaining regulatory compliance (DEA, FDA, Board of Pharmacy) and overseeing pharmacy operations?

2. BaRupOn operates in a fast-growing, high-volume environment. Can you share an example of how you managed workflow, staff, and prescription volume while maintaining accuracy and patient safety?

3. Describe a time when you improved pharmacy operations, efficiency, or prescription volume. What actions did you take and what results did they produce?