PHARMACY/PHARMACIST-FLOATER

The Kroger Co.•Sherrelwood, Colorado, CO

45d

About The Position

The Pharmacist-Floater provides customer service and pharmacy care in a safe, clean, welcoming environment. The role dispenses and compounds medications, reviews prescriptions for accuracy, checks medication profiles for potential interactions, administers immunizations, and completes clinical services. The pharmacist also verifies the work of pharmacy technicians and interns, supports pharmacy operations and promotions, maintains compliance with applicable laws and procedures, and may adjust their schedule to cover open shifts. The position requires a licensed pharmacist in good standing, a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or PharmD, strong communication and organizational skills, attention to detail, and a driver’s license with the ability to travel independently. King Soopers is part of The Kroger Company and serves customers through stores in Colorado and Wyoming. The company describes a focus on customer and associate well-being, inclusion, community engagement, and development. Benefits and eligibility may vary by role, location, and length of service.

Requirements

Must be a licensed Pharmacist in good standing.
Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or PharmD.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent planning and organizational skills.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel independently.

Nice To Haves

Management experience preferred.
Pharmacy experience.
Retail experience.

Responsibilities

Provide customer service that makes internal and external customers feel welcome, important, and appreciated.
Maintain a professional demeanor, positive attitude, and positive communication about the company in customer-facing settings and on social media.
Administer immunizations according to Kroger standing orders and procedures.
Complete clinical services according to the relevant caseload.
Dispense prescription medications in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
Compound medications using standard formulas and processes, including weighing, measuring, and mixing ingredients.
Review prescriptions from prescribers for accuracy and determine required formulas and ingredients.
Check new medications against existing medications and the patient profile for drug-drug or drug-disease interactions before filling prescriptions.
Verify pharmacy technicians’ and interns’ work, including the accuracy of assembled prescriptions.
Support special promotions in consultation with the Pharmacy Manager.
Engage the pharmacy team to maintain appropriate day supplies and follow recall protocols.
Stay current with current, future, seasonal, and special advertisements.
Comply with state and federal requirements for annual department and personal licensing applications and renewals.
Maintain quality-assurance procedures, controlled-substance security, and hazardous drug waste disposal procedures.
Help prevent and report robbery, theft, or fraud.
Support preventative maintenance through proper inspection and repair of equipment.
Follow safety procedures, identify or correct unsafe conditions, and reinforce safety programs.
Promptly report customer or employee accidents to management.
Adjust personal schedules when necessary to staff the business unit’s open shifts.
Communicate special programs and information affecting department members or job functions.
Comply with company policies and union contracts.
Follow company, local, state, and federal laws and guidelines, including HIPAA, Medicare Fraud, Waste and Abuse, and DEA procedures.
Collaborate with team members to promote teamwork and align with organizational goals.
Perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits

Healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, subject to plan and eligibility terms.
Flexible scheduling in full- and part-time roles.
Paid time off, including holiday and sick pay based on eligibility and length of service.
Free counseling through the Employee Assistance Program.
Confidential financial tools and coaching through Goldman Sachs Ayco.
Associate discounts on purchases, including food, travel, and technology.
Up to $21,000 in tuition reimbursement over a career through the Continuing Education program.
Training programs and career pathways.
Paid time off such as vacation, sick leave, and parental leave, subject to applicable terms.
Participation in a 401(k) plan and/or Taft-Hartley pension fund, subject to eligibility.
Group term life insurance, subject to criteria and eligibility.
Potential bonus eligibility, depending on criteria.
Tuition assistance, college scholarships, and educational leave of absence, depending on location and eligibility.
Internal training and development resources.
Mental and emotional support resources through the Employee Assistance Program.