Staff Pharmacist

Northeast Grocery; Town of Oneonta (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Grocery in Town of Oneonta seeks a licensed pharmacist to oversee dispensing, counseling, and regulatory compliance in our community-focused pharmacy.

The role emphasizes team leadership, inventory control, and participation in immunizations and wellness programs, ensuring safe medication use and excellent patient service.

Ideal candidates hold a 5-year BS in Pharmacy with immunization certification and strong communication and computer skills.

Qualifications

• Licensed and registered Pharmacist in good standing within the state of practice.
• Immunization Certification or agreement to complete.
• Must have a Valid Driver’s License.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must submit to DL Monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Complies with all applicable federal, state laws, pharmacy regulations, and company policies.
• Prepares and dispenses prescription medications, including records, third-party adjudication, patient charges, and inventory management.
• Counsels patients and providers on drug use, interactions, and side effects.
• Participates in immunization, MTM, and wellness programs.
• Supervises pharmacy staff and ensures regulatory compliance.
• Provides guidance and training to interns, technicians, and associates.
• Maintains a neat, clean workstation; completes required continuing education.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Training & mentoring

Time management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (5-year)

Immunization Certification

Tools

Pharmacy computer systems

Automated dispensing systems

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

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The Pharmacist ensures compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies while preparing and dispensing medications, managing inventory, and overseeing patient interactions. Additionally, they contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives, maintain a clean work environment, and complete the necessary continuing education to uphold professional standards.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complies with all applicable federal, state laws, pharmacy regulations, and company policies.
• Prepares and dispenses prescription medications, including maintenance of necessary records, accurate third-party adjudication and patient charges, and inventory management.
• Counsel’s patients and medical providers regarding the nature and use of drugs, dosage, drug interactions, and side effects.
• Participates in patient centered services including immunization, MTM, and wellness programs.
• Supervises personnel in the daily operation of the pharmacy department and holds them accountable for complying with regulatory and company polices.
• Provides guidance and training to pharmacy interns, technicians, and pharmacy associates while working and monitors performance.
• Maintains a neat, clean, and organized workstation at all times.
• Completes required continuing education programs as required by state law.
• Achievement of financial goals such as sales, gross profit maximization as well as minimization of shrink and supply expense.
• Maintain security of all controlled substances

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed and registered Pharmacist in good standing within the state of practice.
• Immunization Certification or agreement by pharmacist to complete.
• Must have a Valid Driver’s License.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must submit to DL Monitoring.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• 5-year Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy
• General knowledge of pharmacy computer systems and automated dispensing systems
• Ability to communicate effectively: verbal, written and electronic.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to manage others.
• Ability to assign, prioritize, and evaluate the work of others.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Walking Frequent 3-5 Hours

Bending Occasional 1-3 Hours

Twisting Frequent 3-5 Hours

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

Lifting Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 25lbs

EQUIPMENT USED

• Pharmacy Computer
• Case Cutter
• Marking Gun
• Cash Register
• Pill Counter

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.