Pharmacist - Retail Supervisor

HiredFirst; Peridot (AZ); On-site; USD 62,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

HiredFirst in Arizona is seeking an experienced Pharmacy/Retail Supervisor to oversee daily pharmacy operations and staff in a hospital setting. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, hospital pharmacy experience, and proven ability to manage pharmacy technicians while ensuring high‑quality patient care.

This role is a 13‑week contract with possible extension or conversion to full‑time. Schedule is 40 hours per week, with 8‑hour daily shifts, and opportunities to transition into a

Qualifications

• BS Pharmacy or PharmD from an accredited school.
• PharmD with 1-year residency (PGY1) preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years pharmacist experience with at least 2 years in hospital practice preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience overseeing pharmacy technicians is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct, manage, and supervise daily pharmacy operations to ensure compliance with professional, regulatory, and governmental standards.
• Oversee staff performance by providing feedback, training, and professional development opportunities.
• Develop and implement departmental policies, procedures, and process improvement initiatives.
• Monitor operational and financial outcomes, integrating efforts into quality improvement systems.
• Manage purchasing and inventory to ensure cost-effective, timely availability of medications and supplies.
• Oversee and evaluate computer-based information and dispensing systems for accuracy and efficiency.
• Provide patient-centered care, including counseling on prescriptions, immunizations, vaccines, and emergency medications (if licensed).
• Prepare operational reports and identify areas for improvement.
• Participate in departmental orientation, on-the-job training, and quality assurance programs.
• Maintain professional knowledge through continuing education and hospital training programs.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Pharmacy supervision

Staff management

Regulatory compliance

Quality improvement

Immunization counseling

Education

BS Pharmacy or PharmD

PharmD with PGY1 preferred

Job description

Schedule: 8 hours per day, 5 days per week | 40 hours weekly

Contract: 13 weeks with possible extension or conversion to FTE

Job Summary: Seeking an experienced Pharmacy/Retail Supervisor to oversee daily pharmacy operations and staff. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, hospital pharmacy experience, and a proven ability to manage pharmacy technicians while ensuring high-quality patient care. Preference will be given to candidates who may be interested in transitioning into a full-time role.

Essential Functions

Direct, manage, and supervise daily pharmacy operations to ensure compliance with professional, regulatory, and governmental standards.

Oversee staff performance by providing feedback, training, and professional development opportunities.

Develop and implement departmental policies, procedures, and process improvement initiatives.

Monitor operational and financial outcomes, integrating efforts into quality improvement systems.

Manage purchasing and inventory to ensure cost-effective, timely availability of medications and supplies.

Oversee and evaluate computer-based information and dispensing systems for accuracy and efficiency.

Provide patient-centered care, including counseling on prescriptions, immunizations, vaccines, and emergency medications (if licensed).

Prepare operational reports and identify areas for improvement.

Participate in departmental orientation, on-the-job training, and quality assurance programs.

Maintain professional knowledge through continuing education and hospital training programs.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an accredited school; PharmD with 1-year residency (PGY1) preferred.

Minimum of 3 years pharmacist experience with at least 2 years in hospital practice preferred.

Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience overseeing pharmacy technicians is preferred.

Current and unrestricted Pharmacist license; Arizona license preferred.

Licensed to administer immunizations, vaccines, and emergency medications preferred.

BLS certification (must be obtained within 30–90 days of hire, depending on credentialing requirements).

Must be able to pass a background check and drug screening.