Pharmacist, Outpatient

Huntington Hospital, NY • Pasadena, CA

1d • $70 - $107 • Onsite

About The Position

The Outpatient Pharmacist ensures the safe, accurate, and efficient dispensing of medications while providing exceptional patient care and customer service. The role includes direct patient counseling, collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, and support for regulatory compliance and operational excellence in an outpatient pharmacy. Flexible scheduling and hours may be required based on operational needs. This position is grant-funded for 18 months; employment beyond the initial 18 months is contingent on continued funding availability.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or a higher degree.
• At least one year of relevant pharmacist experience.
• Current unrestricted Registered Pharmacist (RPh) license issued by the California State Board of Pharmacy.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider certification from the American Heart Association.
• Knowledge of outpatient pharmacy operations and medication dispensing processes.
• Understanding of insurance verification, prior authorization, and third-party billing processes.
• Knowledge of outpatient pharmacy dispensing software and electronic health record systems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to medication safety and regulatory compliance.
• Effective communication and patient counseling skills.
• Ability to supervise and support pharmacy staff and learners.
• Knowledge of proper cash handling procedures.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from an accredited school of pharmacy.
• At least two years of retail or outpatient pharmacy experience.
• Immunization administration certification.

Responsibilities

• Safely, accurately, and efficiently dispense medications.
• Provide direct patient counseling and exceptional patient care and customer service.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Support regulatory compliance and operational excellence in the outpatient pharmacy.
• Supervise and support pharmacy staff and learners.
• Handle cash properly to maintain financial accuracy and security.

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions.
• Additional individual compensation may be available through differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time