Pharmacist Floater FT - Downstate NY

Price Chopper Supermarkets-Market 32; Town of Ghent (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Price Chopper Supermarkets-Market 32 is seeking a Pharmacy Floater to oversee operations across seven stores from Catskill, NY to Westfall, PA. You will ensure compliance with regulations, manage financials and personnel, and provide patient counseling while training associates.

The role requires NY/PA pharmacist licenses, immunization certification, and willingness to travel. You will lead a small, focused territory with a consistent floating schedule and a priority on safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Licensed and registered Pharmacist in NY & PA.
• Immunization certification.
• Willingness to travel to various stores.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• Proficiency with pharmacy systems and automation.
• Strong leadership and ability to supervise staff.
• Proficiency in Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pharmacy operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Counsel patients and providers on drugs, interactions and safety.
• Train and develop pharmacy associates and interns.
• Achieve financial goals including sales and gross profit targets.
• Maintain facilities in compliance with laws and policies.
• Receive and process prescriptions and authorizations.

Skills

Leadership

Mathematics literacy

Computer literacy

Interpersonal skills

Education

State Licensed Pharmacist (NY & PA)

Tools

Pharmacy Computer

Case Cutter

Marking Gun

Cash Register

Job description

Summary

The Pharmacy Floater is responsible for overseeing the pharmacy's operations, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and company regulations, and managing financial and personnel functions to maintain optimal performance. They also provide patient care services, including counseling and training pharmacy associates, while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and legal compliance.

Pay Range

$50.00- $72.00

Summary

The Pharmacy Floater is responsible for overseeing the pharmacy's operations, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and company regulations, and managing financial and personnel functions to maintain optimal performance. They also provide patient care services, including counseling and training pharmacy associates, while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and legal compliance.

This position offers a more concentrated coverage area compared to traditional Floating Pharmacist roles, with a smaller territory and fewer store locations. The assigned territory spans from Catskill, NY, to Westfall, PA, and includes just seven stores, providing a more manageable and consistent floating schedule. The ideal candidate will be dual licensed in NY/PA.

This Position Covers The 7 Stores Below

• Chatham, NY
• Catskill, NY
• Poughkeepsie, NY
• Newburgh, NY
• Middletown, NY
• Warwick, NY
• Westfall, PA

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Registers with state board of pharmacy as supervising pharmacist or pharmacist in charge.
• Responsible for maintaining the pharmacy in good standing with all federal, state, board of pharmacy regulations, and company policies.
• Responsible for guidance and training of pharmacy associates and holds them accountable for complying with regulatory and company police.
• Counsels patients and medical providers regarding the nature and use of drugs, dosage, drug interactions, and side effects.
• Maintains department facilities consistent with legal and company standards.
• Achievement of financial goals such as sales, gross profit maximization as well as minimization of shrink and supply expense.
• Train and develop pharmacy interns and technicians
• Receive telephone prescriptions and authorizations from prescriber’s offices

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed and registered Pharmacist in good standing in NY & PA
• Ability to travel to various stores
• Immunization Certification
• Must be 21 years of age.

Education And Experience

• Required education to be a State Licensed Pharmacist
• Proficiency with pharmacy computer systems and automated dispensing systems
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage others.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math functions

Physical Requirements

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

EQUIPMENT USED

• Telephone system
• Pharmacy Computer
• Case Cutter
• Marking Gun
• Cash Register

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.