Staff Pharmacist - Albany, NY

Staff Pharmacist

Location: Albany, NY (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-time

Overview

Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Staff Pharmacist. You will play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care and ensuring the safe, effective, and compliant dispensing of medications. This position offers an exciting opportunity to leverage your clinical expertise, leadership skills, and passion for healthcare to make a meaningful difference in diverse patient settings. As a key member of our pharmacy operations, you will oversee medication management, collaborate with healthcare professionals, and uphold regulatory standards to promote optimal health outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Dispense medications accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Compound medications as needed, adhering to sterile compounding guidelines and best practices.
• Verify the accuracy of compounded preparations before release.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to optimize patient therapy.
• Provide patient counseling on medication use, potential side effects, and storage.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Participate in inventory management and control.
• Stay current with pharmacy laws, regulations, and best practices.

Qualifications

• Current and active Pharmacist license in New York State is required.
• Experience with sterile compounding and USP chapter guidelines is preferred.
• Familiarity with 503B outsourcing facility operations is a plus.
• Strong understanding of medication management and patient safety principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.