Contract Retail Pharmacist - Patient Care & Counseling

GW Redesign; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 83,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

GW MFA in Washington, DC is seeking a licensed Pharmacist for a contract (temporary) position ending Oct 31, 2026. The role involves dispensing prescriptions, patient counseling, and participating in special projects within the Retail Pharmacy setting.

The candidate must have a Pharm.D. or B.S. in Pharmacy, hold a valid DC Pharmacist license, and possess at least 1 year of professional experience. Vaccinations and regulatory compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• Pharmacy degree (B.S. or Pharm.D.)
• Current DC Pharmacist license
• At least 1 year of licensed professional pharmacy experience

Responsibilities

• Interpret, enter, and dispense prescriptions.
• Counsel patients on medications and regimens.
• Maintain inventory and order drugs.
• Compound creams, ointments, troches, and other formulations.
• Assist in orientation of new pharmacy staff.
• Maintain stock and controlled drug records.
• Input data into patient profile system.
• Demonstrate pharmacokinetic knowledge.
• Analyze prescription trends and adjust purchases.
• Resolve patient problems and third-party coverage issues.
• Provide drug information for patient care.
• Perform medication therapy management and reviews.
• Adhere to regulations and institutional policies.
• Collaborate effectively with team and supervise daily operations.
• Vaccinate patients per protocol or standing order.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Pharmacy Manager.

Skills

Prescription interpretation

Patient counseling

Inventory management

Medication therapy mgmt

Vaccination

Regulatory compliance

Team supervision

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Pharmacy license (DC)

Job description

GW MFA in Washington, DC is seeking a licensed Pharmacist for a contract (temporary) position ending Oct 31, 2026. The role involves dispensing prescriptions, patient counseling, and participating in special projects within the Retail Pharmacy setting.

The candidate must have a Pharm.D. or B.S. in Pharmacy, hold a valid DC Pharmacist license, and possess at least 1 year of professional experience. Vaccinations and regulatory compliance are essential.