Pharmacist

Mainevets; Augusta, Northern (ME, KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

MainePERS Pension Plan

Paid time off

Professional growth support

Stable schedule

Job summary

The Mainevets MVH Pharmacy team in Augusta, ME is seeking a motivated Pharmacist to support quality care and improve lives daily. This role combines clinical expertise with collaborative operations in a patient-focused environment.

Join a mission-driven team that values compassion, accuracy, and teamwork. You will review medications, ensure safety, educate staff, and contribute to operational excellence in a fast-paced pharmacy setting serving veterans.

Qualifications

• PharmD or post-graduate degree from an accredited program.
• Active Maine Pharmacist license (or ability to obtain prior to hire).
• Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Long-term care, institutional, or clinical pharmacy experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and dispense medications accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure safe medication practices and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with providers, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care.
• Identify and resolve medication-related concerns, interactions, or discrepancies.
• Support pharmacy workflow, inventory management, and controlled substance accountability.
• Maintain accurate documentation and pharmacy records.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and operational excellence.
• Provide education and support to healthcare staff as needed.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Communication

Organization

Adaptability

Education

PharmD or equivalent

Job description

Description

We are looking for a motivated, patient-focused Pharmacist to join our MVH Pharmacy team. This is an opportunity to work in a collaborative healthcare environment where your expertise directly supports quality care and improves lives every day.

We’re seeking someone who combines strong clinical knowledge with excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to pharmacy operations. If you thrive in a team-oriented environment and want meaningful work with purpose.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review, verify, and dispense medications accurately and efficiently
• Ensure safe medication practices and regulatory compliance
• Collaborate with providers, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care
• Identify and resolve medication-related concerns, interactions, or discrepancies
• Support pharmacy workflow, inventory management, and controlled substance accountability
• Maintain accurate documentation and pharmacy records
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and operational excellence
• Provide education and support to healthcare staff as needed

What We Are Looking For:

• PharmD or post-graduate degree from an accredited program
• Active Maine Pharmacist license (or ability to obtain prior to hire)
• Strong clinical judgment and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• Long-term care, institutional, or clinical pharmacy experience preferred but not required

Why Join Our Team:

We believe in supporting our employees just as strongly as we support those we serve. We offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• MainePERS Pension Plan - for your long-term security
• Generous paid time off
• Professional growth and continuing education support
• Stable schedule and work-life balance
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Maine veterans

Join a Mission-Driven Organization

Become part of a team that values compassion, integrity, teamwork, and excellence. Your work here matters — not only to the organization, but to the residents and veterans we proudly serve every day.