Dispensary Nurse Manager

Company Name
Indigenous Pact, PBC

Job Title
Dispensary Nurse Manager

Job Description
Dispensary Manager (RN, Nurse Practitioner-ARNP, PA, or Registered Pharmacist):

Camas Health Recovery Center

Baseline Salary: $115K

Hiring Preference: The Kalispel Tribe of Indians is an Equal opportunity employer. Consistent with federal law, the Kalispel Tribe of Indians applies Indian preference in employment. It is the policy of the Kalispel Tribe of Indians to give preference in hiring, promotions, and transfers into vacant positions to qualified applicants in the following order:

1) Kalispel Tribal Members;

2) Spouse of an enrolled Kalispel Tribal Member;

3) enrolled members of other Indian Tribes;

4) all other applicants.

At-Will Employment: Employment with the Kalispel Tribe of Indians is at-will and can be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, either at the option of the employee or the Kalispel Tribe of Indians.

Drug Testing: The Kalispel Tribe of Indians is a drug free work place. All applicants are subject to drug testing at the time of hire and at unannounced times during employment.

Background Investigation: All candidates and employees may be subject to a background investigation.

Summary of Functions

The Dispensary Manager is responsible for the overall functioning of the Opioid Treatment Program Dispensary Staff. S/he will coordinate with the Medical Director to manage the medication inventory. This position must maintain the safety, efficiency, and overall functioning of the dispensary. The nature of this position is fast-paced and requires frequent issue resolution. The Dispensary Manager will report directly to the Clinic Administrator and will work closely with the Medical Director to ensure quality clinical care.

The Dispensary Manger should adhere to and value the philosophy of harm reduction, including that Medication for Opioid Use Disorder is recognized as the preferred method of addressing opioid addiction, and that every patient deserves to be treated with respect, compassion, and dignity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Medical Providers are responsible for preserving the integrity of the Camas Health Recovery Center properties by performing the following duties:

  • Ensures implementation of all clinic policies and procedures; recommend policy and procedure updates and changes as necessary.
  • Ensures security of medications, patient records and any other documentation required by the MSO, the FDA, DEA and/or state agencies.
  • Ensures that the clinic protects the rights and confidentiality of all patients to provide each patient with the required medical and clinical care.
  • Responsible for acceptance of the delivery of medications.
  • Coordinate and work with the Program Sponsor regarding the following:
  • Continually evaluate the needs and effectiveness of current dispensary practices including: ordering medications, dispensing, accurately executing medication orders, maintenance of medication records and destruction of medications.
  • Maintain accurate records of all transactions of the dispensary necessary to ensure accurate control over and accountability for all drugs as required by applicable state and federal laws, rules and regulations.
  • Assist with any inspection conducted by the Washington Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission (PQAC) or the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA).
  • Work closely with the Dispensary Managers at other WCDC OTP locations to ensure consistency of procedures across the sites. Assist remote sites with trouble-shooting dispensary process at needed.
  • Serve as a liaison with other departments and with community health care providers as needed to coordinate the best possible client care.
  • Work with local jails around patients needing jail dispensed medication.
  • Ensure the dispensary is adequately staffed at all times and provide back-up as needed. Provide dispensing services no less than 20% time.
  • Provide conflict resolution between Dispensary staff and patients when needed. Ensure strong staff team cohesion and collaboration.
  • Participate in site Manager Team meetings and represent the interests of staff.
  • Approve time sheets and leave requests submitted by staff.
  • Maintain regular communication with the MSO and attends meetings as requested.
  • Conduct performance evaluations of dispensary staff in accordance with agency policies and state regulations.
  • Work with Human Resources regarding staff rewards and discipline as needed.
  • Maintain a strong policy knowledge of all applicable federal, state, and local rules, laws and regulations and maintains compliance.
  • Familiar with standards required by Board of Health, OSHA, etc. and the application of such.
  • Knowledge and compliance with HIPAA policies and procedures.
  • Participate in Federal and State substance abuse training and continuing education as needed to safely and effectively perform in the position.
  • Interacts with all staff in a positive and motivational fashion supporting the company’s mission and Best Practice Patient Experience.
  • Complies with other ad hoc requests and projects as assigned.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

  • Oversee the dispensary department.
  • Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

Education/Experience

  • Must be a Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner-ARNP, Physician Assistant, or Registered Pharmacist, and have a current Washington State License in his/her field.
  • 2+ Years successful staff management in a healthcare/clinic environment is required.
  • Previous experience in a supervisory position is required.
  • Prior experience in an Opioid Treatment Program is highly desired and will be given hiring preference.

Other Requirements

  • Obtain and maintain a Level 3 Kalispel Tribe of Indians Work Permit
  • Nights, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job:

  • Much of the work shift is sitting at a desk in front of a computer.
  • Will spend some time on feet while interacting with staff, visitors, etc.
  • Should have the ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs. as may be responsible for carrying heavy files or boxes.

Additional

  • The nature of this position is fast-paced in high-stress situations and conditions.
  • Knowledge of all federal and state regulations pertaining to the storage, ordering and dispensing of scheduled substances
  • Computer literate, with basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic medical records systems, as well as a high level of initiative in keeping current with technological change.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, clients, and outside contacts from a wide variety of ethnic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds; good diplomatic skills, including strong conflict-resolution skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Conducts all business activities in a professional and ethical manner.
  • Experience working in or with federal, state, and/or local government administrations preferred.
  • No history of alcohol or other drug misuse for 3 years prior to employment and does not display evidence of alcohol or other drugs while employed as the Dispensary Manager.
  • Complies with and is up to date with all other testing, screening and credentialing as required.

Travel Requirements

Ability to travel as needed (minimal).

CONFLICT OF INTEREST:

All employees shall refrain from any private business or activity, which might cause their personal interest to conflict with or affect the impartial discharge of their duties to the Camas Health Recovery Center. Each employee must demonstrate personal integrity and is charged with the responsibility to serve and represent the Camas Health Recovery Center in a professional manner. Employees must be free and appear free of any activity, agreement, business investment, or interest in situations, which may interfere with that.

Status
Full-time

Location
Airways Heights, WA

Application URL
https://www.camasrecovery.com/careers?gh_jid=4364251005

Contact Name
Chalma Hunt

Contact Email Address
chalma@indigengouspact.com

Contact Phone Number
(301) 787-3818