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Pharmacist – Retail Pharmacy – Altoona, PA (Direct Hire)

A retail pharmacy in Altoona, PA is seeking a full-time Pharmacist to join their team under a direct hire arrangement. This role involves working variable day and afternoon shifts with a bi-weekly schedule of approximately 74 hours.

Location:

• Altoona, Pennsylvania

Schedule:

• Variable day and afternoon shifts
• Bi-weekly hours: 74

Key Responsibilities:

• Foster a collaborative relationship with the store operations team, driving associate engagement and effectively communicating departmental and company strategies to pharmacy staff.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance for all prescriptions by conducting thorough Drug Utilization Reviews and Final Quality Assurance, adhering to state and federal pharmacy regulations.
• Manage pharmacy operations to build a profitable business, promoting script growth through clinical programs such as immunizations and Medication Therapy Management (MTM) when available.
• Collaborate with the District Manager and pharmacy staff to manage inventories, track weekly sales, and order pharmaceutical stock to meet customer demand.
• Align department performance objectives with key measurable metrics to optimize effectiveness and efficiency.
• Provide exceptional customer service by addressing medical inquiries and offering healthcare counseling.
• Supervise pharmacists, pharmacy associates, and support staff, providing training, coaching, and managing performance.
• Maintain pharmacy security and resolve customer issues to build trust and loyalty.
• Communicate with healthcare providers and utilize reference materials to clarify prescriptions and resolve issues.
• Oversee pharmacy department cleanliness and organization.
• Prioritize and complete pharmacy tasks such as cycle counts, inventory management, and will-call coordination timely.
• Support ongoing staff training and development to improve performance and reduce turnover.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Pharmacy or PharmD degree
• Current Pennsylvania Pharmacist License
• Current Pennsylvania Immunization License
• Strong leadership and customer service skills

This opportunity is ideal for a pharmacist seeking a rewarding retail position with a focus on clinical program growth and team leadership in Altoona, PA.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply promptly to be considered. This role is a direct hire position ready to start as soon as possible.

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