Pharmacist

K-VA-T Food Stores•Prestonsburg, KY

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Food City Pharmacy is hiring a Pharmacist to dispense prescribed pharmaceuticals, counsel customers on health promotion and disease prevention, explain the proper use of medicines, and sell non-prescription medicines and related pharmacy goods. The role focuses on patient care, safe and accurate prescription processing, and courteous customer service. The Pharmacist follows company operating policies and applicable laws, maintains appropriate prescription and inventory practices, and supports pharmacy associates through direction, training, and development. The position also helps maintain pharmacy security, safety, cleanliness, accurate records, and customer satisfaction. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements

Valid and active state-issued Pharmacist license.
Immunization Certification through an accredited organization, such as APhA.
Excellent verbal and electronic communication skills and ability to follow instructions.
Ability to understand and follow verbal and/or written instructions and perform routine, repetitive tasks.
Ability to interact daily with individuals at various levels.
Ability to attend onsite work during normal business hours in a typical work week, with extra time as needed to fulfill job duties, and maintain 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 applicable governmental laws.
Promote customer satisfaction and help achieve acceptable gross margin levels.
Direct department associates when the Pharmacy Manager is off.
Train and develop pharmacy associates in required skills and job responsibilities.
Encourage associate motivation and enthusiasm, and model integrity, professional appearance, and ethical business practices.
Fill prescriptions and evaluate them for completeness, accuracy, and legality.
Check prescriptions for proper contents and labeling, and maintain adequate patient information to support safe and appropriate prescribing.
Ensure prescription pricing follows established guidelines and procedures.
Maintain appropriate inventory levels, manage merchandise ordering and product selection, and support optimal prescription inventory turns.
Inspect returns and out-of-date products to maintain inventory quality.
Follow 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 safety policies and procedures, identify potential hazards, and eliminate them where possible.
Maintain a neat and clean work area and direct routine housekeeping duties.
Operate the cash register as necessary during pharmacy technicians’ breaks and lunches.
Perform additional duties as assigned.