Pharmacist

Red Apple Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Apple Group in New York City operates three pharmacies and currently seeks a Supervising Pharmacist. The ideal candidate will dispense prescriptions, ensure safety, and provide patient-focused care in a fast-paced, customer service oriented environment.

You will lead pharmacy operations, check interactions, administer vaccines, educate patients on medications and healthy living, and maintain accurate records while complying with NY state regulations. Weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a pharmacist.
• Valid NY pharmacist license.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedule including weekends.
• Knowledge of dosage administration and drug interactions.

Responsibilities

• Fill prescriptions and verify physician instructions.
• Check for drug interactions and patient safety.
• Instruct patients on dosage and potential side effects.
• Advise on healthy lifestyle and wellness.
• Give vaccines and immunizations.
• Keep patient records accurate and up to date.
• Comply with applicable laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Integrity

Compassion

Education

Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or Pharmacology

New York State Pharmacist License

Tools

McKesson

MS Office

Job description

A New York City Supermarket Chain with three pharmacies has an immediate opening for a

Supervising Pharmacist. The successful candidate will have a pleasant, customer service-oriented

demeanor, have excellent communication and organizational skills and be willing to work a

flexible schedule that includes working some Saturday and Sunday shifts on occasion. The

Pharmacist will dispense prescription medications to patients and offer expertise in the safe use

of prescriptions. They also may provide advice on how to lead a healthy lifestyle, conduct health

and wellness screenings, provide immunizations, and oversee the medications given to patients.

Responsibilities

• Fill prescriptions, verifying instructions from physicians on the proper amounts of
• medication to give to patients.
• Check whether the prescription will interact negatively with other drugs that a patient is
• taking or any medical conditions the patient has.
• Instruct patients on how and when to take a prescribed medicine and inform them about
• potential side effects they may experience from taking the medicine.
• Advise patients about general health topics, such as diet, exercise, and managing stress,
• and on other issues, such as what equipment or supplies would be best to treat a health
• problem.
• Give flu shots and other vaccinations.
• Listen carefully to customers to interpret their needs and issues and offer information and
• advice.
• Prepare medicine when appropriate using correct dosages and material for each
• Keep records of patient history and of all activities regarding heavy medication
• Keep abreast of advancements in medicine by attending conferences and seminars and
• collaborating with other healthcare professionals.
• Comply with all applicable legal rules, regulations and procedures.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a pharmacist
• Thorough understanding of dosage administration and measurement, chemical
• Outstanding knowledge of MS Office and Pharmacy information systems (McKesson)
• Excellent organizing skills
• Excellent communication skills with a customer centric approach
• Integrity and compassion
• Degree in Pharmacy/Pharmacology
• Valid license to practice the profession in the State of NY
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule. Weekends a must.

Pay

$60-$70 per hour, commensurate with experience.