Pharmacist - Full-Time

Guardian Pharmacy, LLC; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Disability benefits

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Guardian Pharmacy of Columbus, LLC, part of the Guardian Family of pharmacies, is seeking a pharmacist to join a fast-paced, patient-focused environment in Columbus, Ohio. You will accurately dispense medications, review orders, and ensure compliance with pharmacy regulations to safeguard patient safety.

This role offers a comprehensive benefits package, flexible scheduling, and opportunities to lead operations, manage inventory, and mentor technicians while delivering high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Pharmacy) or PharmD required.
• State Pharmacist License required without restrictions.
• 1+ years of related experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Accurately prepare medications for final dispensing to the patient, including filling, order entry, and packaging.
• Review orders and cycle-fill medications to ensure prescriptions are filled correctly.
• Verify legality and feasibility of dispensing a drug based on allergies and interactions.
• Interpret prescription orders and exercise professional judgment on dispense qualifications and safety.
• Adhere to Federal and State Board of Pharmacy regulations.
• Transfer prescriptions to other pharmacies when needed.
• Inventory management and ordering to maintain par levels.
• Answer questions from patients, doctors, nurses, and staff.

Skills

Work ethic

Leadership

Relational

Strategy planning

Problem solving

Team oriented

Attention to detail

Medical consulting

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Pharmacy) or PharmD

State Pharmacist License

Tools

Pharmacy software

Advanced computer skills

Job description

Location

Columbus, Ohio, United States of America

About Guardian Pharmacy of Columbus

Guardian Pharmacy of Columbus, LLC, a member of the Guardian Family of pharmacies, provides long‑term care pharmacy services. This position offers an opportunity to grow within a fast‑paced, diverse, and inclusive environment.

Schedule

Monday – Friday: 8:00 am – 7:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday Rotation: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

Pay Range

$120,000 – $140,000

Responsibilities

• Accurately prepare medications for final dispensing to the patient, including filling, order entry, and packaging
• Review completed orders and cycle‑fill medications to ensure prescriptions were filled correctly
• Verify the legality and pharmaceutical feasibility of dispensing a drug based on patient allergies, incompatibilities with current medications, frequency of refills, etc.
• Interpret prescription orders and exercise professional judgment regarding dispense qualifications, patient safety, and legal limitations
• Adhere to all Federal and State Board of Pharmacy regulations
• Adhere to all applicable guidelines for compounding
• Transfer prescriptions to other pharmacies as needed
• Answer questions from patients, doctors, nurses, etc.
• Evaluate inventory levels and place orders when below par
• On exception items, look up most cost‑effective product to order
• Notify customer/facility if product is out of stock and when the order can be filled
• Restock station supplies as needed – vials, cassettes, labels, delivery tickets, etc.
• Oversee the work of all technicians and give feedback to their supervisor regarding performance
• Log all error medication occurrences
• Other essential functions and duties may be assigned as needed

Attributes Required

• Work ethic and integrity, intrinsic drive to excel with values aligned with company philosophy
• Leadership – ability to lead project teams to deadlines while maintaining strong team orientation
• Relational – ability to build relationships with business unit management and act as trusted advisor
• Strategy and planning – ability to think ahead, plan, and manage time efficiently
• Problem solving – ability to analyze causes and solve problems at strategic and functional levels
• Team oriented – ability to work effectively and collaboratively with all team members

Education and Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (Pharmacy) or PharmD – required
• State Pharmacist License – required without restrictions

Skills and Qualifications

• 1 + years of related experience
• Advanced computer skills; pharmacy operations system experience preferred or required
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Ability to solve problems with minimal direction
• Great attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to excel in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment that involves multiple tasks simultaneously, while adhering to strict deadlines
• Quality minded; motivated to seek out errors and inquire when something appears inaccurate
• Medical consulting experience preferred

Work Environment

• Ability to work flexible hours

What We Offer

Guardian provides employees with a comprehensive Total Rewards package supporting the core value of “Treat others as you would like to be treated.”

Compensation & Financial

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with company match

Family, Health & Insurance Benefits

Full‑time employees working 30+ hours/week only.

• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company‑paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Company‑paid Long‑Term Disability and optional Short‑Term Disability
• Voluntary Employee and Dependent Life, Accident and Critical Illness
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellbeing

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Guardian Angels (Employee assistance fund)

Time Off

• Paid holidays and sick days
• Generous vacation benefits based on years of service