Community Pharmacist

Company Description Kinney Drugs is a community-focused pharmacy and retail organization dedicated to providing high-quality pharmacy, health, and retail services at fair and competitive prices. The company emphasizes exceptional customer service, aiming to exceed customer expectations through reliable care and accessible products. Kinney Drugs values its employees as its most important asset and supports their goals and professional growth. The organization is strongly committed to community engagement, ethical business practices, and long-term sustainability. These values shape its business strategies, financial performance, and relationships with customers, communities, team members, and suppliers.

Role Description The Community Pharmacist is a full-time, on-site role based at Kinney Drugs in Cortland, NY. In this position, the pharmacist will dispense prescription medications accurately, provide patient counseling on medication use and health conditions, and perform medication therapy management to optimize patient outcomes. Daily responsibilities include reviewing prescriptions for clinical appropriateness, monitoring drug interactions, maintaining accurate patient records, and complying with all state and federal pharmacy regulations. The pharmacist will collaborate with pharmacy technicians and other team members to deliver efficient, safe, and friendly service, while supporting immunization programs, health screenings, and other clinical services. The role also involves contributing to store operations, promoting wellness initiatives, and strengthening relationships with patients and the surrounding community.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong clinical pharmacy skills, including accurate dispensing, medication therapy management, and knowledge of drug interactions and contraindications.
• Candidates should possess patient-facing skills, such as clear communication, counseling and education on medications and health conditions, and a compassionate, service-oriented approach.
• Candidates should possess operational and compliance skills, including adherence to state and federal pharmacy laws, inventory and controlled substance management, and meticulous record-keeping.
• Candidates should possess collaboration and teamwork skills, including the ability to work effectively with pharmacy technicians, other healthcare professionals, and store staff in a fast-paced environment.
• Candidates should possess digital and organizational skills, such as proficiency with pharmacy management systems, accurate data entry, time management, and attention to detail.
• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or equivalent degree from an accredited school of pharmacy.
• Current and unrestricted pharmacist license in the State of New York, or eligibility to obtain licensure prior to start date.
• Certification to administer immunizations (or willingness to obtain), and experience in community or retail pharmacy settings is preferred.
• Commitment to ethical practice, community engagement, and ongoing professional development.

Come see what it's like to work for a 123-year-old, 100% employee-owned community pharmacy!

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