Travel Pharmacist

Key Responsibilities

• Dispensing Medications: Accurately fill prescriptions based on physician orders, ensuring safety and quality.
• Medication Counseling: Provide medication therapy management (MTM) to customers, offering advice on how to use prescriptions and over-the-counter medications effectively.
• Customer Service: Respond to customer inquiries, offering guidance on proper medication use, side effects, and drug interactions.
• Health Screenings and Immunizations: Administer immunizations as per state and local regulations. Conduct basic health screenings for blood pressure, blood glucose, and cholesterol.
• Inventory Management: Monitor stock levels, place orders, and ensure medications are stored and handled appropriately to ensure quality and compliance.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure pharmacy practices comply with all federal, state, and local regulations, including safety, privacy (HIPAA), and documentation standards.

Travel Requirements

• As a Travel Pharmacist, you will be required to rotate through various Rite Aid pharmacy locations, filling temporary staffing needs, and supporting the local pharmacy team in each location.
• Collaborate with Healthcare Providers: Work closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate and optimize patient care.
• Training and Mentorship: Assist in training pharmacy staff and provide leadership during staffing rotations.

Qualifications

• Education: Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited institution.
• Licensure: Valid pharmacist license in the state of California (or the ability to obtain one prior to starting employment).
• Experience: Previous experience as a retail pharmacist preferred. Experience in a travel pharmacy role is a plus.