Pharmacist

Price Chopper Supermarkets-Market 32; City of Rensselaer (NY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Price Chopper Supermarkets-Market 32 is seeking a licensed Pharmacist to ensure compliance with laws and company policies while dispensing medications, managing inventory, and guiding patient care.

The role includes immunization, MTM, and wellness services, with supervisory responsibilities and training duties for staff and interns. A BS in Pharmacy and active licensure are required.

Qualifications

• Licensed and registered Pharmacist in good standing.
• Immunization Certification required or willing to complete.
• Proficient with pharmacy computer and automated dispensing systems.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Proficient with MS Outlook, Excel, Word.

Responsibilities

• Complies with all applicable federal, state laws, pharmacy regulations, and company policies.
• Prepares and dispenses prescription medications, including records, third-party adjudication, patient charges, and inventory management.
• Counsels patients and providers on drug usage, interactions, and side effects.
• Participates in immunization, MTM, and wellness programs.
• Supervises pharmacy staff and ensures regulatory and policy compliance.
• Trains and guides interns, technicians and associates while monitoring performance.
• Maintains a neat, clean workstation and completes required continuing education.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Attention to detail

Education

Doctor of Pharmacy (BS Pharmacy)

Immunization Certification

Tools

Pharmacy computer systems

Automated dispensing systems

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Summary

The Pharmacist ensures compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies while preparing and dispensing medications, managing inventory, and overseeing patient interactions. Additionally, they contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives, maintain a clean work environment, and complete the necessary continuing education to uphold professional standards.

• Complies with all applicable federal, state laws, pharmacy regulations, and company policies.
• Prepares and dispenses prescription medications, including maintenance of necessary records, accurate third-party adjudication and patient charges, and inventory management.
• Counsel’s patients and medical providers regarding the nature and use of drugs, dosage, drug interactions, and side effects.
• Participates in patient centered services including immunization, MTM, and wellness programs.
• Supervises personnel in the daily operation of the pharmacy department and holds them accountable for complying with regulatory and company polices.
• Provides guidance and training to pharmacy interns, technicians, and pharmacy associates while working and monitors performance.
• Maintains a neat, clean, and organized workstation at all times.
• Completes required continuing education programs as required by state law.
• Achievement of financial goals such as sales, gross profit maximization as well as minimization of shrink and supply expense.
• Maintain security of all controlled substances

Pay Range:

$50.00- $72.00

Summary

The Pharmacist ensures compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies while preparing and dispensing medications, managing inventory, and overseeing patient interactions. Additionally, they contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives, maintain a clean work environment, and complete the necessary continuing education to uphold professional standards.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Complies with all applicable federal, state laws, pharmacy regulations, and company policies.
• Prepares and dispenses prescription medications, including maintenance of necessary records, accurate third-party adjudication and patient charges, and inventory management.
• Counsel’s patients and medical providers regarding the nature and use of drugs, dosage, drug interactions, and side effects.
• Participates in patient centered services including immunization, MTM, and wellness programs.
• Supervises personnel in the daily operation of the pharmacy department and holds them accountable for complying with regulatory and company polices.
• Provides guidance and training to pharmacy interns, technicians, and pharmacy associates while working and monitors performance.
• Maintains a neat, clean, and organized workstation at all times.
• Completes required continuing education programs as required by state law.
• Achievement of financial goals such as sales, gross profit maximization as well as minimization of shrink and supply expense.
• Maintain security of all controlled substances

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed and registered Pharmacist in good standing within the state of practice.
• Immunization Certification or agreement by pharmacist to complete.
• Must have a Valid Driver’s License.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must submit to DL Monitoring.

Education And Experience

• 5-year Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy
• General knowledge of pharmacy computer systems and automated dispensing systems
• Ability to communicate effectively: verbal, written and electronic.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage others.
• Ability to assign, prioritize, and evaluate the work of others.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word

Physical Requirements

• Walking Frequent 3-5 Hours
• Standing Constant 5-8 Hours
• Grasping/Finger Movement & Dexterity- Left/Right Hands Constant 5-8 Hours
• Bending Occasional 1-3 Hours
• Twisting Frequent 3-5 Hours
• Pivoting Occasional 1-3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling Frequent 3-5 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 25lbs
• Lifting Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 25lbs

EQUIPMENT USED

• Pharmacy Computer
• Case Cutter
• Marking Gun
• Cash Register
• Pill Counter

Our Company does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, affection or sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, liability for military service, status as a veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Should your hours and availability better fit the needs of another store or desired shift, we may consider your application for another location or shift.