Staff Pharmacist - 2nd Shift

Polaris Pharmacy Services; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Polaris Pharmacy Services in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Staff Pharmacist to support day-to-day dispensing for long-term, post-acute, and specialty pharmacy services.

You will verify labels, manage inventories, and ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines while delivering compassionate patient care.

Qualifications

• Active pharmacist license in the state of practice.
• Bachelor’s degree or Doctor of Pharmacy from an accredited school.
• Minimum of two years’ recent experience in an acute-care setting or one year as a production pharmacist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Verify completeness and accuracy of all new and refill labels and orders.
• Maintain resident database with current medical history and medications.
• Assist in ordering, handling, receiving, documenting, and storage of controlled substances.

Skills

Dispensing accuracy

Flexible hours

LTC Framework experience

MS Word/Excel/Outlook

Interpersonal skills

Education

Pharmacist license (active)

Bachelor's degree or PharmD

Acute-care experience (2 yrs)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

WHO WE AREAt Polaris Pharmacy Services, we’re more than a pharmacy — we’re a dedicated partner in care, transforming how patients experience long-term, post-acute, correctional, PACE, and specialty pharmacy services. As industry leaders, we’re raising the bar for quality and coordination across all sites of care, ensuring every patient receives seamless, compassionate, and expert support.Founded in 2015, Polaris is proud to be locally and independently owned, with a growing national footprint. Our team thrives in a mission-driven environment where innovation meets purpose, and every role contributes to making a real impact. We offer more than just a job — we provide competitive pay, robust benefits, and genuine opportunities for career advancement.If you're passionate about shaping the future of pharmacy and making a difference in the lives of those who need it most, we invite you to grow with us.Job Summary:The Staff Pharmacist is responsible for the day-to-day operational duties associated with the dispensing of prescription medication as required to meet the needs of a long-term/post-acute care pharmacy. The Staff Pharmacist must adhere to the company’s quality and customer service standards, policies and procedures, as well as the State and Federal guidelines.Duties/Responsibilities:Verification for completeness and accuracy of all new and refill labels and orders. Check for content and accuracy of all medication packaging and labeling including emergency drug kits and IV medicationsMaintain resident database to include appropriate current and past medical history, appropriate clinical and laboratory data, and concurrent medication (including OTC and home remedies)Assist in the proper ordering, handling, receiving, documentation, and storage of all controlled substances; assist in maintaining a perpetual inventory for schedule II drugsWork with appropriate pharmacy technician in reconciling Controlled Substances perpetual inventory as required by management for compliance with state and federal regulationsProvide clinical expertise by responding to drug-related questions and concerns initiated by internal staff and external customersDocument all communication with physicians, nurses, other members of the healthcare team and patients/residents and their family members in the medical recordPreparation and/or supervision of all sterile IV drug products or solutionsProvide evening, weekend, and holiday coverage during rotation and as required by managementFollow all applicable government regulations including HIPAAOther duties as assigned; Job duties may vary depending on business needsResponsible for the flow of work and appropriate outcomesQUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Required Skills/Abilities:Perform accurately and efficiently when dispensing prescription medicationsAbility to work flexible hours, which may include evening, weekends, and holidaysExperience using FrameworkLTCExperience using Microsoft Word, Excel and Microsoft OutlookExcellent interpersonal skills and well-developed verbal and written communication skills with English as the primary language.Ability to work independently as well as working in a team environment, meets deadlines, establish priorities, and be flexible, work under pressure with multiple tasks. Must have strong organizational, customer service, and time management skills, ability to problem solve.This position must exhibit maturity in judgmentEDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:Current Pharmacist license active and in good standing in the state of practiceManagement experience preferredBachelor’s degree or Pharmacy Doctorate from an accredited School of PharmacyMinimum of two (2) year’s recent experience in an acute-care setting or one (1) year experience as a production pharmacist preferred (not required).Experience and knowledge base of intravenous admixtures services and intravenous therapy desired.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that should be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:May sit or stand seven (7) to ten (10) hours per dayThe employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, bend, walkMay be necessary to work extended hours as neededMay lift and/or move up to 30 poundsThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this roleHOLIDAY & PTO POLICYPaid holidays are provided annually, with 6 days offered each year, along with 5 sick days.Employees earn up to 10 PTO days each year, with rollover options and milestone bonuses.Employees have the option to cash out up to 10 PTO hours each quarter for added financial flexibility.Please note, because we are a pharmacy most of our locations are open 24-hours a day, 7 days a week and therefore schedules may change as determined by the needs of the business.BENEFITS for full time EmployeesMedical, Dental, and Vision insurance401 (k) (available for Part Time & Full Time EEs)Company Paid Life insuranceShort-term and Long-term disability insuranceTuition reimbursementPersonal Time Off (PTO)Competitive pay with annual performance reviews and merit-based raisesCareer growth potentialAnnual on-site voluntary Flu VaccinesEmployee referral bonus program