OPS PHARMACIST - 64906920

Requisition No: 855652 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: OPS PHARMACIST - 64906920

 Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 64906920 

Salary:  52.84 HOURLY 

Posting Closing Date: 07/07/2025 

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FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH BROWARD COUNTY

OPS PHARMACIST - 64906920

PHARMACY PROGRAM

OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY

This position requires you to work on site at one of our facilities located throughout Broward County.

This is an OPS (Other Personal Services) positions and as such no paid time off is offered. Health benefits will be offered for full-time employment.  OPS employees are eligible to participate in a deferred compensation plan.

We request that all applications be completed with People First - no faxed or mailed applications to the agency. Experience, education, and/or training used to meet the minimum qualifications and in response to the qualifying questions must be verifiable through information contained in your application.

When completing the online application, all gaps of employment or education greater than 90 days starting from high school must be explained (approximate date, month, and year) identifying company name or if unemployed. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Dispenses prescriptions in accordance with various programs that the Health Department supports (ie: HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, Family Planning, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Epilepsy, Insulin, etc.). Oversee pharmacy technician team when on duty. 

Duties include data entry of prescription information, dispensing medications, quality assurance, providing medication education and counseling to patients, and providing clinical assessment that is necessary to ensure patient safety and improve compliance.

Provides drug information to health care professionals and/or clients as well as patient consultation. Instructs patients (and/or parents) on medication administration techniques as applicable. Maintains and monitors the records and medication profiles of patients enrolled in various programs.

Prepares and coordinates the appropriate pay sources, program codes and forms for proper pharmacy billing. Maintains a perpetual inventory control system for drugs and other items as appropriate. Orders drugs from wholesaler or supplier on a daily basis (or as required).

Generates and/or reviews monthly reports of the different programs to monitor expenditures and ensure accuracy as directed. Reports any problems/deficiencies to the Senior Pharmacist or Pharmacy Manager and helps to develop solutions. Reads and evaluates pharmacy literature and medical journals to keep informed of new developments related to the practice of pharmacy.

Complies with policy and procedures regarding drug free workplace and HIPAA and is responsible for Information Security and HIPAA standards. Performs other duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Willing to work before, during and/or beyond normal work hours, or days in the event of an emergency.
2. Licensed pharmacist in the state of Florida in accordance with Chapter 465, Florida Statues.
3. At least two (2) year of professional pharmacy experience in the past three (3) calendar years.
4. Familiar with Florida's pharmacy laws and regulations, including those related to the handling and dispensing of controlled substances.
5. Experience with advanced pharmacy practices, such as clinical consultations, managing pharmacy operations, simple compounding and / or implementing quality improvement initiatives.
6. Experience in pharmacology and aseptic techniques, ensuring the safe preparation and dispensing of medications.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. 1. Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited pharmacy program.
   2. At least three (3) years of professional experience in a community pharmacy setting, with a focus on leadership or supervisory roles.
   3. At least three (3) years of previous experience managing pharmacy operations, including staff supervision and inventory management.
   4. Previous experience or have additional qualifications working with special populations, including patients with tuberculosis (TB), HIV, epilepsy, pediatric and elderly patients, as well as those requiring extensive polypharmacy management.
   5. At least one (1) years of compounding experience within a retail/ hospital/ compounding pharmacy.
   6. Proficiency in one or more additional languages.

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

Mission:

To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

Vision:

To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

Values:

 I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

BROWARD COUNTY

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. As an OPS employee, the benefits below are available:

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements.  Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Please be advised:

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.  

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov 

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.  Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.  E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.   

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

All Florida Department of Health positions require the incumbent to be able to learn and communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in English. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered. 

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. 

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-877-562-7287). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.   

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. 

 Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women.  The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.  Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.    

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.