Pharmacist in Retail Pharmacy | Mesquite, New Mexico

A retail pharmacy opportunity is available for a skilled Staff Pharmacist to support a well-regarded health system's locations in Alamogordo, New Mexico. This is a travel contract assignment with a flexible length starting at 13 weeks, though shorter durations may be considered. You will primarily work at a grocery store pharmacy within a prominent market, with occasional shifts at a secondary retail pharmacy onsite at a nearby medical campus.


Responsibilities:

• Accurately prepare, review, and dispense medication orders following all protocols
• Maintain precise patient medication profiles to ensure safety and compliance
• Supervise and direct pharmacy technicians, verifying daily workflow and activities
• Participate in the pharmacy team's medical emergency response efforts
• Perform medication storage area inspections and remove expired products
• Orient and train new pharmacy staff members as needed
• Adhere strictly to infection control and safety protocols throughout pharmacy operations

Qualifications / Desired Experience:

• Active New Mexico Pharmacist License in good standing or willingness to obtain before start date
• Minimum of one year of 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
• Experience in a retail or community pharmacy setting, ideally in a grocery store environment
• Strong patient counseling and medication dispensing skills
• Ability to supervise and lead pharmacy technician staff confidently
• Flexible and open to covering shifts at multiple retail sites including occasional weekends

Schedule:

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
• Wednesday and Friday: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• Weekends off at primary location; occasional weekend work at secondary location

This contract position includes an attractive hourly rate commensurate with experience, comprehensive travel stipends covering housing, meals, and travel expenses, weekly pay, and medical benefits.


If you are a licensed or soon-to-be licensed New Mexico pharmacist who thrives in a dynamic retail environment and values flexibility, consider applying for this rewarding travel pharmacist role. Take the next step in your pharmacy career by submitting your application today.