Pharmacist – Specialty & Retail Operations Leader

Walgreens; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Walgreens is seeking a pharmacist leader to oversee daily pharmacy operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive patient-focused service. The role covers workflow management, inventory control, and collaboration with providers and payer partners to optimize outcomes.

The position requires a PharmD or PharmD degree with an active state license and at least 1 year of pharmacy experience, including prescription filling, verification, and medication management. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• BS in Pharmacy or Pharm D Degree from an accredited educational institute.
• Current pharmacist license in the states within the district (or willing to obtain in 1 year) per district guidelines.
• At least 1 year of pharmacy experience including prescription filling and verification, records and legal compliance, pharmacy operations, pharmacy software and technology systems and insurance.
• Has completed specialized training regarding medication and disease state or has sufficient practical experience that is necessary to provide specialized services offered at clinic location (HIV, Organ Transplant, Oncology, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Oversees daily operations of the pharmacy department and workflow management.
• Ensures service quality and image through accurate prescription filling and customer service.
• Complies with federal and state laws and company policies governing drugs and products.
• Manages inventory, assets, and cash control; reports discrepancies.
• Supervises staff, trains personnel, and ensures licensure and compliance.
• Maintains relationships with physicians and health professionals; collaborates with Local Specialty Pharmacy staff.

Skills

Customer service

Regulatory compliance

Inventory management

Cash handling

Team supervision

Education

BS in Pharmacy or Pharm D

Tools

Pharmacy software

Insurance systems

Job description

Walgreens is seeking a pharmacist leader to oversee daily pharmacy operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive patient-focused service. The role covers workflow management, inventory control, and collaboration with providers and payer partners to optimize outcomes.

The position requires a PharmD or PharmD degree with an active state license and at least 1 year of pharmacy experience, including prescription filling, verification, and medication management. Equal opportunity employer.