Pharmacist - 340B / Pharmacy Operations Manager - RX006

Title: Pharmacist - 340B / Pharmacy Operations Manager

Location: Indian Health Clinic - 703 NE Hancock St., Portland, OR 97212 &

Wellness Center - 12360 E Burnside St., Portland, OR 97233

Schedule: This is an in-person position, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM with evenings and occasional weekends as needed

Wage Range: $155,000.00 – $180,000.00 annual salary, Exempt

If you are a motivated and dedicated Pharmacist looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

At NARA Northwest, you’ll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you’re passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful difference.  

Company Mission:

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.

About the Company:

At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.

With over 450 employees across a variety of programs—including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.

Position Overview:

The Pharmacist – 340B as Pharmacist in Charge (PIC) is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the pharmacy, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, optimizing workflow efficiency, and enhancing patient care services. This role involves managing staff, maintaining inventory control, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures, and implementing best practices to support safe and effective medication distribution.

In addition to operational responsibilities, the Pharmacist – 340B will be the point of contact and oversee the 340B Drug Pricing Program, ensuring program integrity, compliance with federal and state regulations, and maximizing cost savings and benefits for eligible patients. This includes monitoring purchasing, auditing program compliance, managing contract pharmacy relationships, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure appropriate utilization of 340B resources.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, problem-solving, and analytical skills, with a deep understanding of pharmacy operations, financial management, and 340B program regulations. They will work closely with Pharmacy Director, healthcare providers, finance teams, and compliance officers to optimize pharmacy services while maintaining regulatory and programmatic integrity.

What you will do:

• Pharmacy Operations Management - Oversee daily pharmacy operations. Ensure efficient workflow, regulatory compliance, and high-quality patient care in pharmacy services. Assist in staffing need.
• Staff Supervision & Leadership – Manage, train, and support pharmacy staff, fostering a collaborative and performance-driven work environment.
• Inventory & Supply Chain Management – Oversee medication procurement, storage, and inventory control to prevent shortages or overstocking.
• Regulatory Compliance – Ensure adherence to all federal, state, and local pharmacy regulations, as well as organizational policies and accreditation standards.
• Inventory & Supply Chain Management – Oversee medication procurement, storage, and inventory control to prevent shortages or overstocking.
• 340B Program Oversight - Establish consistent policies and procedures for 340B that ensure productivity and efficiency so that long-term management of the program does not hamper operations or create unnecessary costs.
• Monitors and assesses 340B guidance and/or rule changes, including, but not limited to HRSA/OPA rules and Medicaid changes. Attends regular 340B trainings and shares lessons and hot topics with staff.
• Reviews and negotiates any new 340B contracts. Maintains all 340B contracts.
• Develops, executes, and documents self-audits of the 340B process. Coordinates and ensures remediation of findings. Conducts and/or coordinates an annual audit of all contract pharmacies. Documents results and follow-up on any findings.
• Serves as the point person and coordinator for all audits. Coordinates all requests and responses. Maintains a current state of “audit readiness.”
• Routinely monitors monthly and annual reports on 340B participation that clearly document utilization, savings, problem areas, and exceptions or discrepancies, to be passed on to pharmacy leadership and administration.

We would like to hear from people that have:

• Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D) degree from a program accredited by ACPE or have passed the appropriate U.S. sponsored foreign pharmacy graduate qualifying exam.
• Must have at least 5 years of verifiable clinical and Managerial experience within the past year or successfully completed a one-year American Society of Health System Pharmacists accredited residency within the past year.
• Must have 340B Advanced Training Certificate by Apexus, or willing to take one within one year of employment.
• Have at least 5 years’ experience working in 340B Pharmacy.
• BLS CPR certification
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs
• Flexibility with work schedule and mobility
• Knowledge of policies and regulations pertaining to the disbursement of pharmaceutical drugs, especially as related to the 340B program.
• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Ability to supervise and train assigned staff.
• Ability to perform basic patient assessments and referrals.
• Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications. (PioneerRX, Athena, RPMS)
• Must pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests.
• Must pass criminal background and DMV checks.

What’s in it for you?

14 Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, and December 25^th!

Benefits: Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire. 

• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
• 14 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
• 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
• 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
• $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account 
• Health Spending Account
• 401(k) with 4% Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC

How to apply:

1. To Quick Apply, go to Careers – NARA NW (naranorthwest.org)
2. Look for the position you want to apply for and submit a resume (Required) and cover letter (Optional), that’s all!
3. Feel free to contact recruiting@naranorthwest.org if you have any questions or would like to know where your application is in the process.

NARA NW Mission: Our mission is to provide education, physical and mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and everyone in need.

NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission, all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse, both on and off the job. In addition, all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming, discussing, or promoting the use of alcohol, on the job, on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery, employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.

Consistent with NARA NW’s sobriety policy, all employees, volunteers, interns, and contractors, as applicable, are required to sign a “Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form” and NARA NW “Modeling Sobriety Policy Form” as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart

Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, the agency reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties, as necessary