FT Pharmacist

At Stop & Shop, we are dedicated to creating and maintaining a culture where the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our associates are celebrated, and all associates feel they belong and thrive. We work as one team to break down barriers, put the customer first and show that we care for our customers, communities and each other. At Stop & Shop, we're here to feed all of life's moments, and we've made a promise to our customers to help them make the small wins possible every day.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. Process prescriptions accurately or supervise others in the process in accordance with current laws, ethical standards and Company policies.
2. Provide outstanding customer service and patient counseling in the areas of prescription and OTC medications, and other evolving health care needs. 3. Act as a liaison between the store and healthcare professionals, patients and law enforcement. 4. Comply with state and Federal laws pertaining to pharmacy practices. Adhere to established Company standards of practice. 5. Maintain and ensure confidentiality of patient and company information.
6. Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.
7. Promote and participate in initiatives to grow the pharmacy business as required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Serve as the or Supervising Pharmacist (SP) as required. Responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance with Federal and state pharmacy laws and regulations.
2. Participate in the financial performance of the department including, but not limited to, sales growth, maximizing gross margins and productivity, controlling inventory, payroll and expenses. 3. Understanding of and compliance with Pharmacy Policies and Procedures. Communicate standards to other department personnel as needed. 4. Oversee the daily office operations of the pharmacy department. 5. Promote and participate in growing the pharmacy business through Company initiatives and the building of relationships within the community.
6. Perform immunizations according to Company's Standard Practice and expectations.
7. Ensure that all pharmacy department personnel provide outstanding customer service.
9. Participate in the training and development of pharmacy technicians and support staff.
10. Adhere to Company safety standards. Communicate any needed equipment repairs of maintenance work needed. Keep work area free from debris and safety hazards.
11. Develop and maintain a professional and cooperative working relationship with the Store Manager, Pharmacy Operations Manager, and local health care providers.
12. Maintain communications to the pharmacy staff from outside sources.
13. Foster a positive and enthusiastic environment to retain associates and customers.
14. Maintain confidentiality of customer and Company information.
15. Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodations.
16. Complete special projects as assigned.

Requirements QUALIFICATIONS:

• Degree from an accredited school of pharmacy.
• Successful completion of criminal background check and drug testing as required.
• Current license in good standing in the state(s) in which to practice.
• Current and active immunizing pharmacist certification.
• Current Basic Life Support certificate

• Complete knowledge of state and Federal laws pertaining to pharmacy practices.
• Desire to be a motivated caring professional with strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with customers, associates, other health care professionals, and the community at large.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule consistent with a stimulating retail environment, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and provide direction to associates.
• High levels of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

• Authorization to fill Medicare and Medicaid prescriptions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Accurate and efficient typing skills.
2. Stand 100% of the time with occasional walking short distances. 3. Using computer screen/keyboard/mouse/biometric scanner 100% of the time. 4. Use hands to frequently/continuously handle a variety of sizes of containers, then manipulate individual pills/capsules and the equipment used to count them. 5. Clerical accuracy and mathematical skills and ability to use a cash register.
6. Ability to use staplers, calculators, communication and computer systems frequently.
7. Frequent/continuous reaching, grasping, lifting, and carrying up to 20 lb. below the waist level and at or above shoulder level.
8. Bending at the knees and waist repetitively up to 30% of the work day.
9. Work a schedule that varies from up to 12 hours a day and up to 5 days a week.
10. Have sufficient visual acuity and audio capability to process prescriptions and service customers by phone and in person.

Job Type: Full-time

Stop & Shop is an equal opportunity employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to sex, race, color, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, marital status (including civil unions), military service, veteran status, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, legally recognized disability, domestic violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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