Pharmacist

Why Stokes?

Stokes Healthcare is a privately-owned business comprised of two divisions: Stokes Pharmacy (503A pharmacy) and Epicur Pharma (503B facility). The two divisions operate out of separate facilities in Mount Laurel, NJ, following different regulations and are guided by different principles.

Stokes Pharmacy was founded in 1975. The pharmacy formulates custom prescription medicines for both humans and animals. The business has grown from a small, hometown operation in Medford, New Jersey, to a respected pharmacy serving the entire U.S., enabled by sophisticated online ordering and overnight shipping capabilities.

In 2016, Stokes Healthcare built a world-class facility (which became Epicur Pharma), as a testament to the commitment to providing the highest level of quality.

Adding a unique offering to the veterinary industry, Epicur Pharma is an FDA Registered 503B Outsourcing Facility, producing drugs such as Tacrolimus Eyedrops, Buprenorphine Injection and Gabapentin tablets.

Epicur follows Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) which are the same rules and regulations followed by commercial manufacturers.

Epicur Pharma is proud to be a pioneer in animal drug standards, offering the largest selection of manufactured drugs that are traditionally compounded. Epicur products are distributed directly to veterinary hospitals from our manufacturing facility and offered through Stokes Pharmacy for individual patient prescriptions.

Stokes Healthcare has built a reputation for unwavering quality and superb service by holding fast to the founders’ commitment to traditional craftsmanship, combined with today’s most advanced knowledge and technologies. In a field where many corporate-owned pharmacies try to compete on price, Stokes has always put safety and quality first because patients’ lives depend on it.

At Stokes, we offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, Health Reimbursement Account, Flexible Spending Account, 401(K) retirement savings plan with a generous employer match, a bonus program, paid holidays, paid time off (vacation and personal time), and an excellent working environment. We are conveniently located in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, just minutes from Philadelphia and the NJ shore.

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Salary

Starting at $60/hour based on experience plus twice a year bonuses

Reports To: Director of Fulfillment

Job Summary

This position is responsible for receiving patient prescriptions, applying clinical knowledge to appropriateness of prescription, verification of processed prescriptions, and working collaboratively with other pharmacists and pharmacy technicians.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Receive, process and verify patient prescriptions
• Entry of prescriptions into pharmacy computer system(s)
• Answer questions and provide consultation via telephone and face-to-face
• Completes pharmacy operational requirements by organizing and directing technicians’ workflow
• Verification of final prescription preparation
• Leads and directs pharmacy staff
• Motivates and inspires Pharmacy Support Staff
• Compliance with all state & federal laws as well as USP regulations

Required Education and Experience

• BS or Doctor of Pharmacy Degree
• MUST HAVE ANIMAL HEALTH EXPERIENCE
• Current NJ Pharmacist License
• Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must exhibit strong computer skills
• Must exhibit excellent customer service and verbal communication skills
• Must exhibit excellent problem resolution skills
• Must exhibit exceptional attention to detail and strong math skills are essential
• Must exhibit punctuality and low absenteeism
• Must have the ability to learn about compounding preparations for both human and animal patients
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be able to sit, stand, reach and walk for prolonged periods of time

Eligibility Qualifications

This position requires a NJ RPh License

Competencies

• Communication Proficiency
• Decision Making
• Detail Oriented
• Leadership Skills
• Time Management
• Problem Solving/Analysis
• Quality
• Results Driven
• Technical Capacity

Supervisory Responsibility

This position may have supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

This job operates primarily in a controlled laboratory environment. This position requires the use of standard office equipment, and frequent standing and walking.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to sit and/or stand 8-10 hours or more per day as needed
• May sit, stand, stoop, bend and walk intermittently during the day; may be necessary to work extended hours as needed
• Finger dexterity to operate office equipment required
• Ability to lift up to twenty (20) pounds on occasion

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Because of the nature of the business, work schedules may vary at times.

Travel: No travel is expected for this position.

Disclaimer

The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. It is not designed to capture or illustrate a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job.

AAP/EEO Statement

Stokes Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.