Staff Pharmacist: Patient Care Leader

The Kroger Co.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kroger Co. in Kentucky seeks a licensed Pharmacist to fulfill prescription needs with accuracy, counsel patients, and ensure compliance with HIPAA and state/federal laws.

The role emphasizes maintaining a professional image and adhering to Kroger standards in a fast-paced retail pharmacy environment. You will manage stock, organize records, and ensure proper handling of controlled substances while delivering compassionate patient care and pharmacy services aligned with Kroger's Customer 1st

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Fulfill customers' prescription needs with emphasis on accuracy.
• Provide patient counseling and pharmaceutical care to customers.
• Ensure pharmacies comply with all local, state and federal laws (including HIPAA).
• Maintain professional image and adhere to Kroger dress standards.
• Achieve knowledge of the trade area, customers and competition.
• Create a positive pharmacy department image through service and cooperation with customers and vendors.
• Monitor inventory, scheduling, record keeping, security and budgets per policy.
• Maintain proper records, inventory and security on scheduled drugs (controlled substances).
• Follow procedures for handling pharmacy products from approved sources.
• Utilize accuracy tools and post-dispensing audits appropriately.
• Establish/maintain record-keeping for legal compliance and Kroger policies.
• Maintain a clean, neat work area and professional storefront appearance.
• Ensure proper signage and knowledge of policies across areas.
• Broaden personal knowledge and pharmacy skills continuously.
• Perform essential job functions with or without accommodation.

Skills

Communication skills

Stress management

Mathematical ability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy

Current state pharmacist licensure

Job description

The Kroger Co. in Kentucky seeks a licensed Pharmacist to fulfill prescription needs with accuracy, counsel patients, and ensure compliance with HIPAA and state/federal laws.

The role emphasizes maintaining a professional image and adhering to Kroger standards in a fast-paced retail pharmacy environment. You will manage stock, organize records, and ensure proper handling of controlled substances while delivering compassionate patient care and pharmacy services aligned with Kroger's Customer 1st