Part Time Pharmacist Part Time

Fiorello Pharmaceuticals
Fiorello Pharmaceuticals (“Fp”) was founded in May 2014, with the mission to improve the lives of patients suffering from debilitating and life-threatening conditions through the use of medical marijuana. On August 1, 2017, the New York State Department of Health awarded Fp one of only ten Registered Organization (RO) licenses in New York State to cultivate, manufacture and dispense medical marijuana. The company’s RO license enables Fp to open one production/cultivation facility and four dispensaries in New York State. The company aspires to improve patient care by advancing the scientific understanding of cannabis based medicines, developing high quality, innovative products, and supporting a comprehensive understanding among healthcare providers and patients of the potential benefits of medical marijuana.

The Role
Fiorello Pharmaceuticals is in search of a part-time Pharmacist to help lead our dispensary. You will be responsible for directing and managing the dispensing of medical marijuana products to our patients, ensuring each patient receives the correct product/dosage along with appropriate education and counseling. You’ll also excel at completing a prospective drug utilization review to assess: appropriateness of therapy; appropriate dosage, route, and duration; allergies and drug interactions; contraindications; and possible misuse.

Key Accountabilities
Supervise and inspire the activities of staff while onsite and ensure everyone follows best practices to ensure the highest level of customer service
Ensure the dispensary’s compliance with security, inventory, and local and state regulations
Ensure the safety and satisfaction of every patient and employee
Serve as a liaison to the local community by providing accurate information to patients, medical providers, and the community at large while serving as a positive representation of Fiorello in the community
Maintain in-depth knowledge of every product in the store, as well as industry-wide product knowledge
Dispense medications accurately and efficiently to patients along with timely and accurate medication information as needed
Consult with patient and assess patient’s certification to determine best course of treatment.
Processes all medication order information into a NY State electronic health record to ensure accuracy of records regarding past, current and future dispensing and charging
Maintains controlled inventories of medical marijuana products in the dispensing areas

Qualifications
Maintains a NY Pharmacists license
Has completed or has willingness to complete the NY Department of Health’s Medical Marijuana Health Professional training
4+ years of experience in a leadership role
2+ years of medical marijuana retail experience, preferred
Superior interpersonal communication
Balanced and intuitive decision making
Practical and proactive thinking
Knowledge and/or ability to use pharmacy information systems
Knowledge and ability to use automated and conventional pharmacy equipment

Additional Requirements
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
Must pass any and all required background checks
Possess valid driver’s license or state ID
Must be and remain compliant with all NY State or company regulations for employment.