Pharmacist — Customer‑Centric Retail Pharmacy Expert

foodcityinternship; Maryville (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

ESOP

Weekly pay

Medical plan

Dental plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacations

Job summary

Food City is seeking a licensed Pharmacist to dispense prescriptions, educate customers on health promotion, disease prevention, and proper use of medicines, and sell non-prescription items in our pharmacies.

You will provide counseling, ensure compliance with policies and laws, manage inventory and supervise staff in the Pharmacy Manager's absence, train associates, and ensure accurate paperwork and pricing.

Qualifications

• Valid and active state-issued Pharmacist license.
• Immunization Certification through an accredited organization (e.g. APhA).
• Experience in a retail pharmacy environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide and promote efficient and courteous patient counseling service to customers at all times.
• Follow Food City operating policies and procedures, including government laws.
• Maximize sales and profits by promoting customer satisfaction and achieving acceptable gross margin.
• Direct the duties of department associates during the time the Pharmacy Manager is off.
• Provide pharmacy associates with training and development in required skills and areas of job responsibilities.
• Ensure associates motivation and enthusiasm is at positive level.
• Set an example of personal integrity, appearance and ethical business practices for all staff.
• Fill prescriptions and evaluate prescriptions for completeness, accuracy, and legality.
• Check prescriptions for proper contents and labeling.
• Maintain adequate patient information to ensure safety and appropriateness of prescriptions.
• Ensure prescription pricing follows established guidelines and procedures.
• Ensure inventory is maintained at appropriate levels; manage ordering and product selection to maintain optimal Rx turns.
• Maintain high inventory quality and monitor returns and outdated product.
• Comply with corporate security and loss prevention policies.
• Ensure accuracy and completion of required paperwork and reports.
• Make, mix and compound prescriptions for customers and provide OTC recommendations.
• Enforce safety policies and manage potential hazards.
• Maintain a neat and clean work area and perform housekeeping duties.
• Operate cash register during breaks as needed.
• Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Skills

Pharmacist license

Immunization Certification

Retail pharmacy experience

Communication skills

Follow instructions

Attendance

Job description

Food City is seeking a licensed Pharmacist to dispense prescriptions, educate customers on health promotion, disease prevention, and proper use of medicines, and sell non-prescription items in our pharmacies.

You will provide counseling, ensure compliance with policies and laws, manage inventory and supervise staff in the Pharmacy Manager's absence, train associates, and ensure accurate paperwork and pricing.