Pharmacist - Full-Time

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

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays and sick days

Generous vacation benefits

Job summary

Guardian Pharmacy in Columbus is looking for a dedicated pharmacist to join their growing team. The position involves preparing and dispensing medications, while ensuring compliance with pharmacy regulations. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy and a State Pharmacist License.

Offering competitive pay and excellent benefits, including a 401(k) with company match, health insurance, and generous vacation benefits, Guardian Pharmacy promotes a diverse, inclusive environment where you can thrive.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of related experience required.
• Advanced computer skills in pharmacy operations are preferred.
• Ability to work independently and solve problems with minimal direction.

Responsibilities

• Prepare medications for dispensing accurately.
• Review and verify prescription orders.
• Adhere to Federal and State Board of Pharmacy regulations.

Skills

Work ethic and integrity

Leadership

Relational

Strategic planning

Problem solving

Team oriented

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy or PharmD

State Pharmacist License without restrictions

Tools

Pharmacy operations system experience

Job description

Guardian Pharmacy of Columbus, LLC, a member of the Guardian family of pharmacies, is seeking a pharmacist to support our rapidly growing team in Columbus, OH.

We offer an opportunity to learn and grow your career in a fast-paced, diverse, and inclusive environment. Our core focus is delivering customized medication management solutions to support healthcare organizations serving seniors and individuals with complex care needs.

Schedule

Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm

Saturday & Sunday Rotation: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Pay Range

$120,000 - $140,000

Essential Responsibilities

• Accurately prepare medications for final dispensing, including filling, order entry, and packaging.
• Review completed orders and cycle-fill medications to ensure prescriptions were filled correctly.
• Verify the legality and feasibility of dispensing a drug based on patient allergies, incompatibilities, and refill frequency.
• Interpret prescription orders, exercising professional judgment to determine appropriateness of dispensing.
• Adhere to all Federal and State Board of Pharmacy regulations and applicable compounding guidelines.
• Transfer prescriptions to other pharmacies as needed.
• Answer questions from patients, doctors, nurses, and other stakeholders.
• Evaluate inventory levels, place orders when below par, and identify cost‑effective replacements for out‑of‑stock items.
• Notify customers/facilities of stock status and expected availability.
• Restock station supplies (vials, cassettes, labels, delivery tickets, etc.).
• Oversee technicians, provide feedback to their supervisor regarding performance.
• Log all medication error occurrences.
• Perform other essential functions and duties as assigned.

Attributes Required

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

Education and Certifications

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

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 handling multiple tasks under 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

• Competitive pay.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 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.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Guardian Angels employee assistance fund.
• Paid holidays and sick days.
• Generous vacation benefits based on years of service.

The Guardian Difference

Our clients require pharmacy services that aren’t “cookie cutter.” Every Guardian pharmacy is locally operated and empowered to tailor its business to meet client needs, with corporate support from our offices in Atlanta.

At Guardian, we are dedicated to fostering and advancing a diverse and inclusive workforce, encouraging innovative thinking, intellectual curiosity, and diverse viewpoints to stay competitive in today’s dynamic business environment.

Join us to discover what your best work truly looks like.