Pharmacy Floater FT - Hudson Valley Area

Northeast Grocery; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 69,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

PriceChopper in the Hudson Valley area is seeking a full-time Pharmacy Floater to oversee daily pharmacy operations across multiple locations, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while maintaining high standards for safety and service.

The role includes counseling patients, training staff, and supporting store teams to achieve financial and service goals across the region.

Qualifications

• Licensed and registered Pharmacist in good standing in the state of practice.
• Immunization Certification.
• Ability to travel to various stores as needed.
• Must be 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Oversee pharmacy operations and ensure compliance with federal, state, and company regulations.
• Counsel patients and medical providers regarding medications, usage, and interactions.
• Train and develop pharmacy interns and technicians; supervise staff across locations.
• Maintain financial performance including sales, gross profit, and shrink prevention.

Skills

Licensed Pharmacist

Travel to stores

Pharmacy software

Automated Dispensing

Education

Immunization Certification

21 years or older

Tools

Pharmacy Computer Systems

Automated Dispensing Systems

Job description

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Pharmacy Floater FT - Hudson Valley Area

Date: Sep 23, 2026

Location: Poughkeepsie, NY, US, 12601 Glens Falls, NY, US, 12801 Middletown, NY, US, 10940 Newburgh, NY, US, 12550

Company: PriceChopper

Pay Range: $50.00- $72.00

SUMMARY

The Pharmacy Floater is responsible for overseeing the pharmacy's operations, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and company regulations, and managing financial and personnel functions to maintain optimal performance. They also provide patient care services, including counseling and training pharmacy associates, while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and legal compliance. *The Pharmacy Floater provides coverage for multiple locations.*

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Registers with state board of pharmacy as supervising pharmacist or pharmacist in charge.
• Responsible for maintaining the pharmacy in good standing with all federal, state, board of pharmacy regulations, and company policies.
• Responsible for guidance and training of pharmacy associates and holds them accountable for complying with regulatory and company police.
• Counsels patients and medical providers regarding the nature and use of drugs, dosage, drug interactions, and side effects.
• Maintains department facilities consistent with legal and company standards.
• Achievement of financial goals such as sales, gross profit maximization as well as minimization of shrink and supply expense.
• Train and develop pharmacy interns and technicians
• Receive telephone prescriptions and authorizations from prescriber's offices

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed and registered Pharmacist in good standing within the state of practice
• Ability to travel to various stores as need to work as the licensed pharmacist
• Immunization Certification
• Must be 21 years of age.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Required education to be a State Licensed Pharmacist
• Proficiency with pharmacy computer systems and automated dispensing systems
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage others.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math functions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Walking Frequent 3-5 Hours

Bending Occasional 1-3 Hours

Twisting Occasional 1-3 Hours

Squatting/Kneeling Occasional 1-3 Hours

Pushing/Pulling Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 25lbs

Lifting Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 25lbs

Driving Constant 5-8 Hours

EQUIPMENT USED

• Telephone system
• Pharmacy Computer
• Case Cutter
• Marking Gun
• Cash Register

Our Company does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, affection or sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, liability for military service, status as a veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Should your hours and availability better fit the needs of another store or desired shift, we may consider your application for another location or shift.