Pharmacist Floater FT - Pennsylvania
Listed compensation
$50-$72/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Pay Range: $50.00- $72.00
Summary
Administers a process of dispensing of medication to patients pursuant to a valid prescription with the highest attention to accuracy and patient education. Responsible for the daily operations of the pharmacy department.
Communicates with prescribers and offers counseling and assistance to patients with their health care concerns. Participates in patient centered services such as immunizations and MTM (Medication Therapy Management). Provides friendly, helpful, and efficient service to all Price Chopper customers. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Complies with all applicable federal, state laws, pharmacy regulations, and company policies.
Prepares and dispenses of prescription medications, including maintenance of necessary records, accurate third party adjudication and patient charges, and inventory management.
Counsels patients and medical providers regarding the nature and use of drugs, dosage, drug interactions, and side effects, as well as, monitors the health and progress of patients to ensure compliance and to optimize therapies.
Participates in patient centered services including immunization, MTM, and wellness programs.
Supervises personnel in the daily operation of the pharmacy department and holds them accountable for complying with regulatory and company polices.
Provides guidance and training to pharmacy interns, technicians, and pharmacy associates during the course of work and monitors performance.
Uses professional judgment in providing exemplary service with in the pharmacist’s scope of practice.
Participates in business development activities in the store and community.
Participates in continuous quality improvement programs to ensure patient safety.
Maintains a neat, clean, and organized workstation at all times. Maintains department facilities consistent with legal and company standards.
Completes required continuing education programs as required by state law.
Performs other related duties as assigned by management. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
5 year Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy
Licensed and registered Pharmacist in good standing within the state of practice
Immunization Certification
Ability to communicate effectively: verbal, written and electronic
Strong decision-making skills
Strong leadership skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Good analytical skills
Ability to manage others
Ability to resolve customer issues quickly and creatively in order to improve customer
satisfaction
Ability to assign, prioritize, and evaluate the work of others
Maintains professional appearance including dress code
General knowledge of pharmacy computer systems and automated dispensing systems
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word
Must have a Valid Driver’s License
Must be 21 years of age
Must submit to DL MonitoringEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Demonstrate excellent communication skills
Demonstrate follow-through to achieve desired results and objectives PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Standing Constant 5-8 HoursWalking Frequent 3-5 HoursGrasping/Finger Movement & Dexterity- Left/Right Hands Occasional 1-3 HoursBending Occasional 1-3 HoursTwisting Occasional 1-3 HoursPivoting Occasional 1-3 HoursSquatting/Kneeling Occasional 1-3 HoursPushing/Pulling Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 25lbsLifting Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 25lbsDriving Constant 5-8 HoursEQUIPMENT USED
Pharmacy computer system
Telephone systems
Point of Sale systems
Pill counting devices
Automated dispensing devices (robots)
Pharmaceutical compounding equipmentOur Company does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, affection or sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, liability for military service, status as a veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Should your hours and availability better fit the needs of another store or desired shift, we may consider your application for another location or shift.
Key Responsibilities
The pharmacist is responsible for the accurate dispensing of medications, patient counseling, and the daily operations of the pharmacy department. They also supervise pharmacy staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and participate in patient-centered services like immunizations and wellness programs.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a 5-year Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy and be a licensed, registered pharmacist in the state of practice. Additional requirements include an immunization certification, a valid driver's license, and strong leadership and communication skills.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Pharmacist Career Context
Of the 40 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 15% are remote, 53% have no call, 55% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$127k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $130k in an average-cost state. 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $104k–$150k | Pharmacy median $148k (middle half $138k–$155k)232 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$130k in purchasing power | Pennsylvania index 97.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pharmacy listings in Pennsylvania | 369 active | 10,156 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 15% remote · 53% no call · 55% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Pennsylvania Pharmacist listings: 21% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 6% offer loan repayment376 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Pharmacy listings | 3,666 in the last 30 days | 3,150 the 30 days before (+16%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Pharmacy pay trend | +3.3% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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