Pharmacist

K-VA-T Food Stores•Dalton, GA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Food City Pharmacy is seeking a Pharmacist to dispense prescribed pharmaceuticals, counsel customers on health promotion and disease prevention, explain the proper use of medicines, and recommend or sell non-prescription medicines and related products. The Pharmacist provides courteous patient service, evaluates and fills prescriptions, and helps maintain prescription safety, accuracy, and compliance with applicable laws and company procedures. The role also supports pharmacy operations by directing department associates when the Pharmacy Manager is away, training and developing associates, overseeing inventory and ordering, maintaining accurate records, and enforcing safety, security, and housekeeping standards. Additional duties may be assigned as needed. The position requires on-site attendance during normal business hours in a typical work week, with extra time as needed to fulfill job duties.

Requirements

Hold a valid and active state-issued Pharmacist license.
Have Immunization Certification through an accredited organization, such as APhA.
Possess excellent verbal and electronic communication skills and the ability to follow instructions.
Be able to understand and follow verbal and/or written instructions, perform routine and repetitive tasks, and interact daily with individuals at various levels.
Be able to attend on-site work during normal business hours in a typical work week and work extra time as needed to fulfill job duties through regular attendance.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a retail pharmacy environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide efficient and courteous patient counseling to customers.
Follow Food City operating policies and procedures, including compliance with governmental laws.
Promote customer satisfaction and achieve acceptable gross-margin levels to help maximize sales and profits.
Direct department associates’ duties when the Pharmacy Manager is off.
Train and develop pharmacy associates in required skills and job responsibilities.
Promote associate motivation and enthusiasm.
Set an example of personal integrity, appearance, and ethical business practices.
Fill prescriptions and evaluate them for completeness, accuracy, and legality.
Check prescriptions for proper contents and labeling.
Maintain adequate patient information to support the safety and appropriateness of prescriptions.
Ensure prescription pricing follows established guidelines and procedures.
Maintain appropriate inventory levels; manage merchandise ordering and product selection to maintain optimal prescription turns.
Inspect returns and out-of-date products to maintain inventory quality.
Ensure compliance with corporate security and loss-prevention policies and procedures.
Complete required paperwork and reports accurately.
Make, mix, and compound prescriptions, and provide over-the-counter recommendations.
Enforce and maintain safety policies and procedures, identify potential hazards, and eliminate them.
Maintain a neat and clean work area and direct routine housekeeping duties.
Operate the cash register as needed during pharmacy technicians’ breaks and lunches.
Perform additional duties as assigned.