Pharmacist Retail

Health First; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a qualified Pharmacist to ensure quality and safety in medication management while providing excellent customer service. The role includes overseeing pharmacy technicians, monitoring patient therapies, and complying with all regulatory requirements. Candidates must have a Pharmacy degree and a valid Florida license. Join a team focused on innovation and improving patients' health outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy.
• Current Florida license required.
• Preferred: 6+ months retail pharmacy experience.

Responsibilities

• Monitor drug therapy regimens for contraindications and interactions.
• Supervise and direct pharmacy support personnel.
• Participate in quality improvement and medication review activities.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

BS Pharmacy degree

Pharm D

Job description

Job Requirements

To be fully engaged in providing No Harm/Quality, Customer Experience, and Stewardship, staff pharmacists fill orders for oral, parenteral, and enteral medications, monitor patient drug therapies, and provide drug information while complying with the laws governing the practice of pharmacy. Staff pharmacists supervise and direct support personnel.

PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Quality/No Harm:

• Interprets medication orders (verbal and written). Stores prescription files in compliance with state, federal laws, and regulations.
• Reviews prescriptions to ensure all pertinent information is included.
• With documented competencies, may compound and dispense pharmaceuticals, sterile products, and parenteral nutrition products.
• Issues controlled substances to patients and maintains records as required by law.
• Monitors drug therapy regimens for contraindications, drug-drug interactions, drug-food interactions, allergies, and appropriateness of drug and dose.
• Extracts and interprets information from patient records as appropriate.
• Reports suspected adverse drug reactions accurately and promptly.
• Maintains current pharmacy licensure.
• Attends orientation, education, and training programs. Reviews relevant literature and materials.
• Completes all competency and skill assessment requirements.
• Maintains patient and department/hospital confidentiality.
• Documents all clinical activities and interventions accurately.
• Participates in quality improvement and medication review activities.
• Collects data, conducts quality monitors and inspections, and maintains logs and records as assigned.

Customer Experience:

• Provides drug information to patients and families.
• Participates in developing and delivering orientation, education, and training programs for staff.
• Supervises and directs pharmacy support personnel; verifies daily activities of pharmacy technicians; participates in performance appraisals.
• Works independently with minimal supervision. Organizes and prioritizes work.
• Ensures timely pharmacy services.
• Handles phone inquiries, identifies self and department, and directs calls appropriately.
• Assists customers at the window.
• Keeps pharmacy areas and equipment clean and organized.
• Attends staff meetings and reads relevant emails.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Experience & Qualifications:

• Graduate of an ACPE-accredited School of Pharmacy with a BS Pharmacy degree; Pharm D preferred.
• Completed an internship of 2080 hours or equivalent.
• Current Florida license required.
• Meets annual continuing education requirements for Florida license.
• Preferred: 6+ months retail pharmacy experience.
• Minimum 40 hours/week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Physical Demands:

• Repetitive hand and finger use; good dexterity for typing and computer work.
• Good eyesight for reading labels and prescriptions.
• Good hearing for understanding instructions and customer interactions.
• Ability to work in noisy environments, handle interruptions, and adapt to workload changes.
• Ability to handle large volumes of work and stand/walk for long periods.
• May require lifting up to 40 lbs.

Mental Demands:

• Ability to work independently.
• Patience, positive attitude, cooperation, problem-solving, analytical skills, attention to detail.
• Focus on accuracy, organization, good communication skills, and ability to work under stress.
• Good listening and social skills, multitasking, quick decision-making.
• Ability to evaluate medical literature.

Benefits:

At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential. We strive to build a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects diverse voices. Different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds foster innovation, better results, and a stronger work environment.