Staff Pharmacist

Wedgewood Pharmacy LLC; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmacy in Lexington, KY seeks a Registered Pharmacist to manage prescription compounding and patient care. The role requires strong communication and analytical skills, alongside a Bachelor’s or Doctorate in Pharmacy and relevant experience. Join a company dedicated to providing exceptional service in the veterinary medication space, with opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company contributions

Paid life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off

Promotion opportunities through internal postings

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Registered Pharmacist in Kentucky.
• 3-5 years experience in a regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee compounding of preparations and filling prescriptions.
• Communicate with providers for clarifications and prescriptions.
• Meet standards for accuracy and adhere to guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Abilities

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy (BS)

Doctorate Degree in Pharmacy (Pharm. D.)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Our pharmacy in Lexington, KY is open 8:00am-5:00pm, Monday – Friday.

What you’ll do:

• Oversee compounding of preparations, filling and labeling of prescriptions and prepackaging of bulk medications
• Communicate with providers for the purpose of receiving new prescription orders, clarification of prescriptions or refill authorizations, perform final check on prescriptions, counsel patients and answer questions from patients and providers, and oversee compounding
• Consistently meet standards for accuracy, pharmaceutical elegance and potency
• Adhere to USP and guidelines and Board of Pharmacy rules and regulations
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested by management, pharmacist in charge or shift leader

Who you are:

• Understand USP 795, USP 797, USP 800, State Board of Pharmacy regulations, Section 503A of the Federal FD&C
• Possess excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills
• Solid interpersonal skills including the ability to remain calm, professional, diplomatic, and positive
• Ability to think and act independently while knowing when to include others in a decision making process
• Have strong organization and work prioritization skills, in a dynamic, fast paced and timeline driven environment with shifting priorities
• Analytical abilities are strong and coupled with creative problem-solving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office

What you’ve done:

• Graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy (BS) or Doctorate Degree in Pharmacy (Pharm. D.)
• Kept current License to practice as a Registered Pharmacist in the State of Kentucky
• 3-5 years of experience working in a regulated environment or equivalent experience required

What’s in it for you:

• A comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company contribution to help you save for the future
• Company Paid Life and disability insurance
• Access to voluntary insurance options
• A generous paid time off program that increases every year
• Opportunity for growth - We believe in promoting from within and do so through our internal job posting program!

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About Us

Wedgewood is the nation’s largest and most trusted provider of compounded veterinary medications. Its recent merger with Blue Rabbit enables the company to provide veterinarians with next-generation software to streamline patient care and marks a significant evolution in services. Together Blue Rabbit and Wedgewood serve more than 70,000 veterinary professionals and one million animals annually.

Wedgewood Pharmacy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you require an accommodation due to a special need or disability, please let your recruiter know what accommodations you will need.

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