Licensed Pharmacist (Contract)

University of Maryland; United States; On-site; USD 68,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland is seeking a licensed pharmacist for the University Health Center (UHC) on campus. The pharmacist will dispense medications to students, faculty, staff and affiliates, handling all steps from typing up, filling, checking to ringing prescriptions and OTC items, while maintaining accurate documentation and inventory.

This on-campus engagement requires Maryland licensure, CPR certification, and eligibility to administer vaccines.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Pharmacy (PharmD) is required.
• Three years of experience as a pharmacist in a retail setting.
• Maryland Board of Pharmacy license and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Dispense medications to students, faculty, staff and affiliates.
• Type, fill, check, and ring prescriptions and OTC items.
• Maintain documentation and inventory of medications and supplies.
• May be assigned other duties by the pharmacy manager.
• Administer vaccinations independently.

Skills

Pharmacy law knowledge

HIPAA/FERPA knowledge

Communication skills

Customer service

Prescription processing software

Vaccination administration

Drug interaction management

Education

PharmD

Job description

Job Description Summary & Additional Information Organization's Summary Statement: This is a licensed pharmacist position. The pharmacist is critical to the University Health Center (UHC). The pharmacist will be responsible for dispensing medications to the students, faculty, staff, and affiliates of the University of Maryland in accordance with local, state, and federal pharmacy laws. This includes all aspects of workflow from typing up, filling, checking and ringing prescriptions and over the counter (OTC) items. The pharmacist will be responsible for maintaining accurate documentation and inventory of medications and other pharmacy supplies. The pharmacist may be assigned other duties as needed by the pharmacy manager. The pharmacist should be able to administer vaccinations independently.

Physical Demands:

Licenses/ Certifications: Maryland Board of Pharmacy License, Maryland Certification to Administer Vaccinations, and CPR Certification. Must maintain licensure and certification for the duration of employment.

Preferences:

- Able to work Monday through Friday, on campus, during operations hours 9 am to 5 pm for a 3-6 month engagement. - Minimum of 1 year of experience in a retail or customer-facing environment required. UMD will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future.

Required Application Materials: Cover Letter, Resume and Referece List

Best Consideration Date: October 31, 2026 Posting Close Date: NA Open Until Filled: Yes Minimum Qualifications Education: Doctorate in Pharmacy (PharmD). Experience: Three (3) years of experience as a pharmacist in a retail setting.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of local, state, and federal pharmacy laws.
• Knowledge of pharmacy standards of practice.
• Knowledge of federal confidentiality and HIPAA/FERPA regulations.
• Skill in communication and interpersonal relations.
• Skill in customer service.
• Ability to use computer software for prescription drug management and point-of-sale transactions.
• Ability to manage drug interactions, resolve contraindications, and recommend appropriate therapy for any given diagnosis.
• Ability to research the medical literature for evidence-based information regarding any specific drug.
• Ability to resolve complex third-party payer rejections and process prior authorizations.
• Ability to conduct independent vaccination events as assigned.
• Ability to direct and delegate tasks to technicians and student employees as appropriate.
• Ability to perform cash, credit, and check reconciliation and deposits.
• Ability to multitask and work accurately in a fast-paced environment.

Department VPSA-UHC-Pharmacy Worker Sub-Type Staff Contractual (C1) (Fixed Term) Salary Range $60/hr - no benefits

Background Checks Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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