Staff Pharmacist

Kroger; Christiansburg (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading grocery chain as a pharmacist, where you will ensure patient care through accurate prescription fulfillment and compliance with regulations. Enjoy a supportive work environment with opportunities for growth, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to community well-being.

Benefits

Extensive healthcare coverage

Flexible scheduling with paid time off

Emotional and financial support

Associate discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Current state pharmacist licensure in good standing.
• At least 1 year of retail experience.

Responsibilities

• Fulfill prescription needs with accuracy and provide patient counseling.
• Ensure compliance with all laws and regulations, including HIPAA.
• Monitor inventory, stock replenishment, and maintain records.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to handle stressful situations

Knowledge of basic math

Proficiency in a second language

Education

Bachelor's Degree in pharmacy

Job description

Create an outstanding customer experience by embracing the Customer 1st strategy and inspiring associates to deliver excellent customer service. Establish and maintain a safe, clean environment that encourages customers to return. Achieve sales and profit goals for the department, control quality assurance standards and expenses, and properly schedule staff to meet business needs. Monitor all department activities and demonstrate the company's core values of respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety.

From a small Cincinnati grocery store over a century ago, we've grown into the nation's largest grocer with nearly 2,800 stores across 35 states under 28 different names. As America's grocer, we pride ourselves on bringing diverse teams together with a passion for food and people, united by the purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit. We innovate continuously to create memorable experiences for our customers, communities, and colleagues, with food at the core of it all.

Here, people matter. We aim to provide the ingredients for your success at work and in life. We support your growth with value and care. If you're caring, purpose-driven, and eager to learn, your potential is unlimited.

Whether seeking a part-time role or a new career path, we offer a fresh opportunity. Apply today to join our Kroger family!

What you'll receive from us:

Comprehensive benefits supporting your well-being, including:

• Extensive healthcare coverage—medical, dental, vision, and prescriptions—through company or collective bargaining plans.
• Flexible scheduling with paid time off, including holidays and sick leave, based on eligibility and tenure.
• Emotional and financial support via free counseling and confidential financial tools and coaching.
• Associate discounts on a variety of products and services.
• Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement through our Continuing Education program.
• Opportunities for growth via industry-leading training and diverse career paths.

For more details, visit our Benefits Page.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in pharmacy
• Current state pharmacist licensure in good standing
• Ability to handle stressful situations
• Knowledge of basic math (counting, addition, subtraction)
• Effective communication skills (oral and written)

Desired Qualifications:

• At least 1 year of retail experience
• Proficiency in a second language (speaking, reading, or writing)

Key Responsibilities:

• Fulfill prescription needs with accuracy and provide patient counseling and pharmaceutical care.
• Ensure compliance with all laws and regulations, including HIPAA.
• Maintain a professional appearance and adhere to pharmacy standards and dress code.
• Develop knowledge of the trade area, customers, and competitors.
• Promote a positive pharmacy image through excellent service and cooperation.
• Monitor inventory, stock replenishment, policies, record-keeping, security, sanitation, scheduling, equipment operation, pricing, planograms, returns, budgets, and reports.
• Maintain records and security for scheduled drugs, ensuring legal and company compliance.
• Handle pharmacy products from authorized sources following proper procedures.
• Utilize accuracy tools effectively, including scanners and audit reports.
• Keep detailed records for legal, company, and accounting purposes.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment to project professionalism.
• Handle product returns promptly and in accordance with policy.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained and operational.
• Keep policy manuals, reference materials, and signage up to date and accessible.
• Continuously enhance pharmacy skills and knowledge.
• Perform all essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.