Retail Pharmacist

Retail Pharmacist Job Description: The Retail Pharmacist oversees retail pharmacy operations under the direction of the Pharmacy Manager. Responsible for medication procurement, storage, dispensing, distribution, and ensuring pharmacy services comply with applicable state and federal regulations. Provides medication counseling, supervises pharmacy personnel, and ensures safe, efficient, and customer-focused pharmacy services.

Responsibilities

Compound, prepare, verify, and dispense prescribed medications. Review prescriptions for accuracy, appropriate dosage, and required ingredients. Supervise pharmacy technicians, interns, and other pharmacy personnel. Provide medication information and counseling on drug interactions, side effects, dosage, and storage. Maintain accurate patient records, prescription files, billing information, and inventory.

Resolve insurance and third-party prescription claim rejections. Ensure proper handling of controlled substances and hazardous pharmaceutical waste. Report medication errors and follow established safety and quality assurance procedures. Maintain compliance with pharmacy policies and applicable regulations. Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals.

Support customer service initiatives, pharmacy revenue, and expense management. Maintain continuing education and stay current with pharmacy regulations and practices.

Requirements

Active California Pharmacist License – REQUIRED. Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy or Pharm.D. from an ACPE-accredited college of pharmacy – REQUIRED. Current BLS certification – REQUIRED. Compliance with applicable federal, state, and local pharmacy regulations. Maintain required annual continuing education credits. Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work collaboratively and supervise pharmacy personnel. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and pharmacy administrative functions.