Float Pharmacist

Summary of General Work

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) filling and dispensing prescriptions; administering vaccines; ordering supplies; providing customer service, i.e., answering phones and cashing out customers; counseling; maintaining a neat and orderly pharmacy; working cohesively with the other pharmacists and techs; promoting pharmacy services; and actively engaging with the retail team to provide well-rounded care for the patient.

Essential Duties/Functions

To perform this job successfully, you must be able to execute each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Performance will be evaluated on the following criteria throughout the year:

Filling and Dispensing

● Fills and dispenses medications adhering to corporate and regulatory guidelines.

● Oversee patient safety and adhere to pharmacy professional practice.

● Provide unparalleled levels of customer service

● Reviews supply costs when ordering and strives to achieve the highest margin on drugs.

● Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

● Completes work in a timely manner; works quickly.

● Observes safety, accuracy, and security procedures

● Adapts to frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events. Changes approach or method to best fit the situation.

Administrative

● Completes all necessary paperwork, such as communication logs, prescription notes, C2 logs, and other documents required by the state board pharmacy and store procedures

● Works within approved budget; conserves organizational resources.

● Facilitates inventory management

● Ensures a name tag with name and title is worn at all times while on duty as required per State NJ law

Customer Service

● Provides friendly, warm customer service as the patient approaches the pharmacy and on consults.

● Answers the pharmacy phone as quickly as possible.

● Cashiers at the Rx pick-up window if necessary

● Accurately enters prescriptions into the pharmacy system

● Looks for solutions when there are issues with customers. Stays reasonable when dealing with emotional situations.

Hours and Timekeeping

● Clocks in/out as instructed by the pharmacy manager for timekeeping

● Signs break sheets every shift.

● Takes paid break periods for the duration and at the correct times as required by laws.

● Takes at least a 30-minute meal break (according to the state/federal laws) when working with another pharmacist or on-duty meal break when working alone. Informs the pharmacy manager of any concerns with breaks.

● Attendance/Punctuality—Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Teamwork

● Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts the success of the team above one's own interests.

● Follows policies and procedures; supports the organization's goals and values.

● Approaches others in a tactful manner; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions. Uses appropriate language.

Communication

● Able to read and interpret written information.

● Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.

● Informs the supervisor immediately of any personnel, product, or system issues.

Requirements

● Bachelor or advanced degree in pharmacy

● Experience in a retail pharmacy

● Follow all state and federal rules as applicable to your practicing state.

● Current and clear pharmacist license in the state in which the position exists

● Active immunization and CPR certifications as applicable

● Administer vaccinations and vaccines per company policy as applicable

● Training and/or certification for oral contraceptives Prescribing per state requirement

● Flexibility in work hours, available to work weekends, holidays, and evenings. The schedule will be communicated prior.

● Ability to read and interpret documents, including safety rules, FDA guidelines, and procedure manuals. Complete QA reports as necessary. Ability to speak effectively with customers.

● Ability to work, learn, and work with pharmacy systems—ordering, prescription management, etc. Training provided

● Strong sense of urgency, ability to think critically, and possess analytical skills.

● Attention to detail, has good observation and problem-solving skills

● Performs all other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, you are regularly required to

● Be on your feet.

● Engaging with customers, health care providers, and others in person and on the phone.

● Stooping, reaching, standing, walking, carrying, pushing, pulling, and use of step stool

● Lift and move up to 50 pounds.

● Use the computer regularly throughout the shift.

Join us as a Float Pharmacist to make a meaningful difference in patient care across multiple healthcare settings! Your expertise will help ensure safe medication practices while supporting our mission to improve health outcomes through dedicated pharmaceutical services.

Pay: $58.42 - $65.35 per hour

Expected hours: 16.0 – 24.0 per week

Work Location: In person