Travel Pharmacist

Job Description

Job Description

Retail Pharmacist (Travel Pharmacist)

Location : Pharmacist, Hershey, PA

Job Type : Full-time / Contract (Travel Pharmacist)

Job Summary :

As a Retail Pharmacist , you will play a critical role in providing high-quality pharmaceutical care to customers. You will be responsible for dispensing prescriptions, offering expert medication advice, and ensuring compliance with all state and federal regulations. As a Travel Pharmacist , you will rotate through various Rite Aid locations, providing staffing support as needed and ensuring optimal pharmacy operations.

Key Responsibilities :

Dispensing Medications : Accurately fill prescriptions based on physician orders, ensuring safety and quality.

Medication Counseling : Provide medication therapy management (MTM) to customers, offering advice on how to use prescriptions and over-the-counter medications effectively.

Customer Service : Respond to customer inquiries, offering guidance on proper medication use, side effects, and drug interactions.

Health Screenings and Immunizations : Administer immunizations as per state and local regulations. Conduct basic health screenings for blood pressure, blood glucose, and cholesterol.

Inventory Management : Monitor stock levels, place orders, and ensure medications are stored and handled appropriately to ensure quality and compliance.

Regulatory Compliance : Ensure pharmacy practices comply with all federal, state, and local regulations, including safety, privacy (HIPAA), and documentation standards.

Travel Requirements : As a Travel Pharmacist, you will be required to rotate through various Rite Aid pharmacy locations, filling temporary staffing needs, and supporting the local pharmacy team in each location.

Collaborate with Healthcare Providers : Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate and optimize patient care.

Training and Mentorship : Assist in training pharmacy staff and provide leadership during staffing rotations.

Qualifications :

Education : Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited institution.

Licensure : Valid pharmacist license in the state of California (or the ability to obtain one prior to starting employment).

Experience : Previous experience as a retail pharmacist preferred. Experience in a travel pharmacy role is a plus..

Benefits :

Competitive salary and benefits package.

Health, dental, and vision insurance.

401(k) plan with company match.