Retail Retail Staff Pharmacist in La Luz, NM

Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree, active Pharmacist license, and minimum 1+ years Pharmacist experience required. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications will not be considered.

A retail pharmacist opportunity is available at a community grocery store pharmacy located in Alamogordo, New Mexico, with occasional shifts at a secondary retail location nearby. This direct hire position offers a travel contract assignment for a duration of 13 weeks or longer, with flexibility for shorter contracts to be considered.

Schedule:

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Wednesday, Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• Closed weekends and six major holidays at the primary location
• Occasional weekend coverage may be required at the secondary retail location

Responsibilities:

• Accurately prepare, review, and dispense medication orders in compliance with protocols
• Maintain precise patient medication profiles
• Supervise and direct pharmacy technician staff, verifying daily activities
• Participate in medical emergency response efforts as part of the pharmacy team
• Inspect medication storage areas to identify and remove outdated medications
• Provide orientation and training for new team members
• Ensure adherence to infection control protocols throughout pharmacy operations

Desired Qualifications:

• Active New Mexico Pharmacist License in good standing, or willingness to obtain prior to start
• Minimum of one year experience as a registered pharmacist preferred
• APhA Pharmacy-Based Immunization Delivery Certification, or willingness to obtain within 30 days
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or willingness to obtain within 30 days
• Strong skills in patient counseling and medication dispensing
• Experience supervising and directing pharmacy technicians
• Comfortable working in community retail pharmacy settings and adaptable to multiple locations
• Availability for occasional weekend shifts at secondary location

This role offers a direct client relationship without vendor management systems (VMS) involvement. Support is provided for obtaining New Mexico licensure as needed. The position includes travel stipends covering housing, meals, and travel expenses.

For pharmacists licensed in New Mexico, or those willing to obtain their license promptly, this assignment provides an excellent opportunity to deliver patient-centered care in a retail setting with competitive compensation.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to take the next step in their pharmacy career.

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