Pharmacy Floater Per Diem - Hudson Valley Area

Pay

Pay Range: $50.00 – $72.00

About the role

Complies with all applicable federal, state laws, pharmacy regulations, and company policies. Prepares and dispenses prescription medications, including maintenance of necessary records, accurate third‑party adjudication and patient charges, and inventory management. Counsels patients and medical providers regarding the nature and use of drugs, dosage, drug interactions, and side effects, and monitors the health and progress of patients to ensure compliance and to optimize therapies. Participates in patient‑centered services including immunization, medication therapy management (MTM), and wellness programs. Supervises personnel in the daily operation of the pharmacy department and holds them accountable for complying with regulatory and company policies. Provides guidance and training to pharmacy interns, technicians, and pharmacy associates during the course of work and monitors performance. Uses professional judgment in providing exemplary service within the pharmacist’s scope of practice. Participates in business development activities in the store and community. Participates in continuous quality improvement programs to ensure patient safety. Maintains a neat, clean, and organized workstation at all times. Maintains department facilities consistent with legal and company standards. Completes required continuing education programs as required by state law. Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and dispenses prescription medications, maintains records, ensures accurate third‑party adjudication and patient charges, and manages inventory.
• Counsels patients and medical providers on drug usage, dosage, interactions, side effects, and monitors patient health and therapy compliance.
• Participates in patient‑centered services such as immunizations, medication therapy management (MTM), and wellness programs.
• Supervises pharmacy department personnel, ensuring regulatory and company policy compliance.
• Provides guidance and training to pharmacy interns, technicians, and associates, monitoring performance.
• Uses professional judgment within the pharmacist’s scope of practice to deliver exemplary service.
• Engages in business development activities within the store and community.
• Participates in continuous quality improvement programs to ensure patient safety.
• Maintains a neat, clean, and organized workstation and department facilities in line with legal and company standards.
• Completes required continuing education as mandated by state law.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy (minimum 5 years).
• Licensed and registered pharmacist in good standing in the state of practice.
• Immunization certification.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal, written, electronic).
• Strong decision‑making, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Good analytical skills.
• Ability to manage, assign, prioritize, and evaluate the work of others.
• Ability to resolve customer issues quickly and creatively to improve satisfaction.
• Professional appearance and adherence to dress code.
• General knowledge of pharmacy computer systems and automated dispensing systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Willingness to submit to driver’s‑license monitoring.
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills and follow‑through to achieve results.

Physical Requirements

• Standing – constant, 5‑8 hours.
• Walking – frequent, 3‑5 hours.
• Grasping/finger movement & dexterity (both hands) – occasional, 1‑3 hours.
• Bending – occasional, 1‑3 hours.
• Twisting – occasional, 1‑3 hours.
• Pivoting – occasional, 1‑3 hours.
• Squatting/kneeling – occasional, 1‑3 hours.
• Pushing/pulling – occasional, 1‑3 hours, up to 25 lb.
• Lifting – occasional, 1‑3 hours, up to 25 lb.
• Driving – constant, 5‑8 hours.