Travel Pharmacist | CA

Job Description

Job Description

Retail Pharmacist (Travel Pharmacist)

Location : McKinleyville, CA
Job Type : Full-time / Contract (Travel Pharmacist)

Job Summary :

As a Retail Pharmacist at Rite Aid Pharmacy in McKinleyville, CA , you will play a critical role in providing high-quality pharmaceutical care to customers. You will be responsible for dispensing prescriptions, offering expert medication advice, and ensuring compliance with all state and federal regulations. As a Travel Pharmacist , you will rotate through various Rite Aid locations, providing staffing support as needed and ensuring optimal pharmacy operations.

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..

Benefits :

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) plan with company match.