Pharmacist - Sign-On Bonus Available

Walgreens; Rome (GA); On-site; USD 84,722 - 93,125; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Comprehensive health benefits

Opportunities for growth

Tuition discounts

Employee discounts

401(k) with company match

Job summary

A leading pharmacy chain in the United States seeks a Pharmacist to deliver expert medication consulting and clinical healthcare services. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy or equivalent and a current pharmacist license. Responsibilities include educating patients, ensuring medication safety, and mentoring team members. This role offers competitive pay ranging from $61.50 to $67.60 per hour, along with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Experience in prescription dispensing activities.
• Certified Immunizer or willingness to become one.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal controlled substance laws.

Responsibilities

• Provide pharmacy consulting services to patients.
• Educate patients on medication usage and side effects.
• Deliver clinical healthcare services like immunizations.
• Ensure medication safety and compliance.
• Mentor pharmacy team members.

Skills

Patient-focused care

Pharmacy consulting

Collaborative team leadership

Problem-solving

Education

BS in Pharmacy or Pharmacist Degree

Current pharmacist licensure

Tools

Pharmacy software

Job description

Join Our Team at Walgreens as a Pharmacist!

Why Walgreens – For You, For Your Family, For Your Future

At Walgreens, pharmacists are medication experts and trusted healthcare providers reshaping the future of patient-focused care. With industry-leading resources, career advancement opportunities, and a strong commitment to work-life balance, we invest in you so you can invest in your patients.

For You – Competitive Pay & Flexible Scheduling

• Competitive pay – Wage offered based on geography and other business-related factors.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Available after three months of service (subject to state law).
• Flexible scheduling – Options to fit your lifestyle.

For Your Family – Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, disability and life insurance for qualifying team members. Plus free flu shots for all team members and other voluntary benefits.
• 365 Get Healthy Here & Life365 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Mental health support and wellness programs.
• Family-forming support – Walgreens provides financial support for fertility treatments, including medical procedures and prescription medications. Eligible team members can also receive reimbursement for qualified adoption and surrogacy-related expenses.

For Your Future – Growth, Education & Exclusive Perks

• Opportunities for growth – Many pharmacists advance quickly into leadership roles in pharmacy operations, retail management, multi-site leadership, and corporate support functions.
• Walgreens University – Free training, certifications, and leadership development, plus tuition discounts at 30+ universities.
• Employee discounts – 25% off Walgreens brands and 15% off national brands, plus exclusive savings on electronics, travel, and more.
• 401(k) with company match – Contribute to your retirement, and Walgreens provides matching contributions after one year and 1,000 hours of service. Additionally, Walgreens matches qualifying student loan payments as if they were 401(k) contributions.

What You’ll Do

• Provide compassionate, expert-level pharmacy consulting services to patients.
• Educate and consult patients on medication usage, side effects, and cost-effective options.
• Deliver clinical healthcare services, including immunizations, diagnostic testing, and medication therapy management.
• Ensure medication safety through accurate compounding, dispensing, and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor and train pharmacy team members in a collaborative and supportive environment.

Who You Are

• Patient-focused & service-driven – You’re committed to making healthcare personal.
• A collaborative team leader – You support, inspire, and uplift those around you.
• A lifelong learner – You stay ahead of industry advancements and professional growth.
• A problem-solver – You navigate challenges, from insurance claims to medication management, with ease.

Apply Today & Build Your Future with Walgreens! This is more than just a job—it’s a career with purpose.

About Us

Founded in 1901, Walgreens (www.walgreens.com) proudly serves more than 9 million customers and patients each day across its approximately 8,000 stores throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Walgreens has approximately 211,000 team members, including roughly 85,000 healthcare service providers, and is committed to being the first choice for pharmacy, retail and health services, building trusted relationships that create healthier futures for customers, patients, team members and communities.

Basic Qualifications

• BS in Pharmacy or Pharmacist Degree from an accredited educational institution.
• Current pharmacist licensure in the states within the district.
• Experience performing prescription dispensing activities that demonstrate a strong working knowledge of applicable state and federal controlled substance laws.
• Certified Immunizer or willing to become an immunizer within 90 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience as a pharmacist in a retail setting including prescription filling and verification, records and legal compliance, pharmacy operations, pharmacy software and technology systems and insurance.

We will consider employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

An Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

Salary Range: Pharmacist Hourly $61.50-$67.60