Dispensing Pharmacist

Dragonfly Health; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Memphis, TN, seeks a licensed pharmacist to ensure the safe and accurate dispensing of medications. The ideal candidate will possess a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) and an active pharmacist license. Responsibilities include reviewing prescriptions, overseeing pharmacy technicians, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Join a supportive environment that values patient safety and provides flexibility in scheduling. This is an onsite position offering a vital role in improving patient health outcomes.

Qualifications

• Licensed pharmacist responsible for dispensing prescription medications.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in community or mail-order pharmacy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Dispense prescriptions accurately and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Review and verify prescriptions for proper dosage and drug interactions.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare professionals to optimize patient care.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)

Active and unrestricted Pennsylvania Pharmacist License

Tools

Pharmacy management software

Electronic health records (EHRs)

Job description

Overview

As a licensed pharmacist, this role plays a critical role in ensuring safe, accurate, and timely dispensing of prescription medications. The position requires both technical expertise and a collaborative spirit to maintain the highest quality of standards in pharmaceutical care. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to patient health outcomes while enjoying flexibility in scheduling. This is an onsite position.

Essential Functions

1. Dispense prescription medications accurately and in compliance with state and federal regulations, pharmacy policies, and quality standards.
2. Review and verify prescriptions, ensuring proper dosage, drug interactions, contraindications, and patient‑specific factors.
3. Provide oversight and quality assurance for pharmacy technicians and support staff, ensuring accurate preparation and packaging of medications.
4. Maintain documentation and records for regulatory compliance, inventory management, and prescription tracking.
5. Participate in internal audits, quality improvement initiatives, and standard operating procedure reviews.
6. Support collaborative problem‑solving efforts and promote continuous improvement across pharmacy workflows.
7. Exercise professional judgment and decision‑making, even in ambiguous or variable situations, with minimal supervision.
8. Communicate effectively with team members, prescribers, and other healthcare professionals to resolve issues and optimize patient care.
9. Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of pharmaceutical best practices, emerging regulations, and company policies.

Marginal or Additional Functions

1. Other duties as assigned or apparent.

Supervisory and Managerial Responsibility

• This role does not include supervisory or managerial responsibilities.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Education, Licensure or Certification:
  • Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited college of pharmacy
  • Active and unrestricted Pennsylvania Pharmacist License
  • Eligibility to participate in Federal prescription programs (e.g., Medicare, Medicaid)
• Work Experience or Related Experience:
  • Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast‑paced environment
  • Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated commitment to patient safety, service quality, and compliance
  • Experience working in a high‑volume community or mail‑order pharmacy environment preferred
• Specialized Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
  • Comfortable using pharmacy management software and general computer systems
  • Prior exposure to pharmacy automation systems or fulfillment center workflows preferred
  • Familiarity with barcode verification and pharmaceutical packaging processes preferred
  • Experience with electronic health records (EHRs) or integrated pharmacy systems preferred

Travel Requirements and Conditions

• The position does not require travel.

Work Environment, Conditions and Demands

• Work is performed in a climate‑controlled, smoke‑free, pharmacy fulfillment setting.

Physical Requirements and Demands

Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions as described.

• Requires standing, walking, bending, and repetitive motion throughout the shift
• May involve lifting up to 25 pounds occasionally
• Requires visual acuity for reading fine print and labeling; auditory ability to hear standard speech

Additional Position Information

• No additional information is applicable.