Pharmacist Retail

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Gig Harbor (WA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health seeks a Retail Pharmacist to deliver effective, accurate retail pharmaceutical care. You will verify prescriptions, counsel patients, oversee technicians, and manage inventory while ensuring regulatory compliance and patient safety.

The role emphasizes collaboration with providers, improving efficiency at the pharmacy counter, and maintaining high standards of service in a fast-paced retail environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy from an accredited school.
• Pharmacist License (WA).
• Basic Life Support - CPR (BLS-CPR).
• One year preferred retail experience (nice to have).

Responsibilities

• Verify prescriptions for accuracy and safety.
• Counsel patients on proper medication use.
• Oversee pharmacy technicians and manage inventory.
• Collaborate with providers to resolve questions.
• Ensure compliance with pharmacy laws and regulations.

Skills

Clinical pharmacy

Patient counseling

Pharmacy operations

Regulatory compliance

Education

PharmD or BS in Pharmacy

WA Pharmacist License

Tools

None

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Retail Pharmacist, you will work closely with the pharmacy manager to deliver effective, efficient, and accurate retail pharmaceutical care to patients, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare staff, helping the department meet its financial and customer service goals.

Every day you will verify prescriptions for accuracy and safety, counsel patients on proper medication use, collaborate with providers to resolve questions, oversee pharmacy technicians, manage inventory, and ensure compliance with pharmacy laws and regulations, all while creating a welcoming, efficient experience at the pharmacy counter.

To be successful in this role, you will need strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced retail environment with patient safety and customer satisfaction always top of mind.

• Facilitates accurate, safe, efficient, and timely dispensing of prescription and OTC medications in accordance with company, department, and state/federal regulations, including complete order processing (data entry, verification, drug utilization review, dosing/interaction checks, filling, labeling, and staging for delivery)
• Counsels and educates patients, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers on drug/OTC information in accordance with state law, and oversees the workflow of pharmacy ancillary staff
• Consults with insurance companies to obtain prescription authorizations, follows up with providers on clarifications, handles customer service issues, and answers phones and register operations courteously and in accordance with cash handling policies
• Works collaboratively with pharmacy staff to meet operational, financial, and customer service goals, including inventory management and reduced wait times, and participates in department quality programs with documented meeting attendance and reports
• Maintains pharmacy surfaces, shelving, equipment, and flooring clean and well organized, and is responsible for opening/closing the pharmacy and shift-change duties
• Maintains current knowledge of pharmacy best practices, information technology, and cultural competence in patient care; performs other duties such as immunizations, compounding, bedside delivery with medication consultation, collaborative practice agreements, and MTM participation

Job Requirements

Required

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited school of pharmacy
• Pharmacist License (WA)
• Basic Life Support - CPR (BLS-CPR)

Preferred

• PharmD from an accredited school of pharmacy
• One (1) year of work experience in a retail pharmacy setting

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Pay Range

$73.32 - $117.40 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.