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Phar Merica
Albany, New York

Pharmacist In Charge

PharmacistNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$150k-$154k

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Job Description

Our Company

PharMerica

Overview

PharMerica is hiring a full-time Pharmacist In Charge in Albany, NY!

Join our closed-door pharmacy team where you’ll work in a non-retail environment, dedicated to meeting the pharmaceutical needs of long-term care and senior living clients. If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional service and high-quality care, we want to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a team committed to making a difference!

Schedule: Monday-Friday:9:30am-6pm, and 1-2 evenings per week 2pm-1-:30pm

  • Saturday-Sunday: Every 3rd weekend 9am-5:30pm
  • Benefits and perks for you!
  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
  • Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)
  • Tuition discounts & reimbursement
  • 401(k)
  • Company Paid Time Off
  • Shift Differential
  • DailyPay
  • Pet Insurance
  • Employee wellness and discount programs

*Benefits may vary by employment status

Responsibilities

How YOU Will Benefit

  • Supportive team with room to work independently
  • Ongoing training and career growth
  • Advancement opportunities in a growing company
  • Referral bonuses

As a Pharmacist In Charge you will:

Ensure full compliance with state and federal pharmacy laws, regulations, and standards.

Supervise and direct pharmacy staff in key operational areas including scheduling, purchasing, and clinical responsibilities.

Collaborate with pharmacy management to implement efficient daily operations and quality improvement or cost containment strategies.

Provide clinical and technical support to pharmacy and regional staff, fostering a team-based care model.

Respond promptly and accurately to pharmaceutical inquiries from customers and internal staff, interpreting clinical needs and providing expert advice.

Maintain comprehensive patient records, including medical history, lab data, and concurrent medications (including OTC and alternative therapies).

Accurately document all communications with healthcare providers, patients, and caregivers in the pharmacy system.

Secure and maintain necessary documentation to ensure compliance with federal/state regulations and corporate policies.

Enforce safe practices for the procurement, storage, distribution, and disposal of medications and biological products.

Document all communications and clinical interventions in the patient’s medical record, including interactions with families and caregivers.

Perform additional duties as assigned to support the pharmacy team and patient care goals.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy (BPharm or equivalent)
  • Active and unrestricted pharmacist license in the state of practice

Demonstrated Pharmacy Experience

  • In-depth knowledge of pharmacy laws and both federal and state regulations related to long-term care
  • Familiarity with pharmaceutical care practices for long-term care residents
  • Proficiency in computer use, including pharmacy management systems

Desired

  • Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD)
  • Experience in long-term care pharmacy settings

Behavioral Competencies

  • Strong organizational and planning skills
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Goal-oriented and self-motivated
  • Proven team player with a collaborative mindset
  • Excellent customer service orientation
  • Effective oral communication skills

*Position will be posted for a minimum of 7 business day

About Our Line of Business

PharMerica, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, delivers personalized pharmacy care through dedicated local teams, serving health care providers such as skilled nursing facilities, senior living communities, and hospitals.

We also cater to individuals with behavioral needs, infusion therapy needs, seniors receiving in-home care, and patients with cancer. Operating long-term care, home infusion, and specialty pharmacies across the nation, we combine the personal touch of a neighborhood pharmacy with the resources of a national network.

Our comprehensive solutions, backed by industry-leading technology and regulatory expertise, ensure accurate medication access, cost control, and compliance with best-in-class clinical standards. We are committed to enhancing resident health, reducing staff burdens, and supporting our clients' success.

For more information, visit pharmerica.com. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Salary Range

USD $149,760.00 - $153,920.00 / Year

Qualifications

Education
Bachelor degree
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Pharmacy operationsRegulatory complianceStaff supervisionClinical supportMedication managementPatient record maintenanceTeam leadershipSafety protocols

Pharmacist Career Context

Of the 40 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 13% are remote, 57% have no call, 48% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$152k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $141k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Pharmacy market look like in New York?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score3.9 / 10 · above average in pharmacyranked against 9,956 Pharmacy listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$141k in purchasing powerNew York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Pharmacy listings in New York381 active10,156 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 13% remote · 57% no call · 48% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNew York Pharmacist listings: 8% state a sign-on bonus · 19% offer loan repayment393 active listings, Nov 2026
New Pharmacy listings3,666 in the last 30 days3,150 the 30 days before (+16%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Pharmacy pay trend+3.3% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (9,956 Pharmacy listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Pharmacist Jobs

20 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

20 jobs · 18 employers
6
<$155k
8
$155k-175k
3
$175k-195k
2
$195k-215k
1
$224k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

17 jobs
401k / retirement match
94% this job
Sign-on bonus
59%
Relocation assistance
12%
Loan repayment
6%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 3.9
Better work-life than 60% of Pharmacy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,956 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends
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About Phar Merica

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Louisville, Kentucky
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account (up to $5,000 childcare)
Tuition Discounts & Reimbursement
401(k)
Company Paid Time Off

Living in Albany

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$328k≈ 2.2× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,664/mo≈ 13% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
99.6
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Albany-Schenectady-Troy, NY metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.