Pharmacist: Patient Care, Vaccinations & Compliance Leader

The Kroger Co.; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kroger Co. is hiring a Pharmacist to create an outstanding patient experience in our pharmacy department. You will fulfill prescription needs with accuracy, administer vaccines, and provide pharmaceutical care while ensuring HIPAA compliance and safety standards.

The role emphasizes maintaining a clean, organized environment, staying compliant with laws, and delivering excellent service to customers and associates. Experience in retail pharmacy is valued.

Qualifications

• Customer service and patient-facing skills are essential.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage emergencies.
• Clear, effective communication with patients and staff.
• Proficiency in basic math for dispensing and calculations.
• Retail experience is preferred for handling customer interactions.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill customers' prescription needs while concentrating on the accuracy of every prescription filled
• Administer vaccines as needed
• Provide patient counseling and pharmaceutical care to customers
• Ensure pharmacies comply with all local, state and federal laws (including HIPAA)
• Maintain a professional image and adhere to company dress standards
• Achieve knowledge of the trade area, its customers and its competition
• Create a positive pharmacy department image through service and cooperation
• Monitor stock replenishment, inventory, records, and budgeting
• Maintain records and security on all scheduled drugs
• Follow procedures for handling pharmacy products from authorized sources
• Utilize accuracy tools and post-dispensing audits
• Establish/maintain record keeping for legal compliance
• Keep a clean, organized work area
• Ensure proper signage in all areas
• Broaden personal knowledge and pharmacy skills
• Perform essential job functions with/without accommodation

Skills

Customer service

Stress management

Communication skills

Math basics

Retail experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy

Job description

The Kroger Co. is hiring a Pharmacist to create an outstanding patient experience in our pharmacy department. You will fulfill prescription needs with accuracy, administer vaccines, and provide pharmaceutical care while ensuring HIPAA compliance and safety standards.

The role emphasizes maintaining a clean, organized environment, staying compliant with laws, and delivering excellent service to customers and associates. Experience in retail pharmacy is valued.