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Olean, New York

Pharmacist - Per Diem

PharmacistPer Diem

Listed compensation

$55-$72/hr

The week · per this posting

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Job Description

Salary: $55.00- $72.00

Summary

The mission of all Tops associates is to adhere to the Tops vision of providing a friendly neighborhood store that saves the customer time and money. A Pharmacist Part-time is responsible for processing and filling prescriptions at different store locations. Pharmacist is also responsible for ordering, receiving, and stocking shelves in the Pharmacy as well as providing attentive and courteous customer service at the location they are working.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Follow all Federal, State, and Local regulations as well as company policies regarding Pharmacy operations, safety, and sanitation

  • Process customer orders while providing attentive and courteous customer service
  • Required to perform the final check on all medications before dispensing to the customer
  • Receive telephone prescriptions and authorizations from prescribers offices

Consult with patients about prescribed medications and other health issues and recommend over-the-counter medications

Achievement of financial goals such as sales, gross profit maximization as well as minimization of shrink and supply expense

  • Adhere to company policy through proper processing, preparation, and packaging of prescriptions
  • Train and develop pharmacy interns and technicians
  • Complete all necessary paperwork relating to Pharmacy Department
  • Maintain security of all controlled substances
  • Maintain adequate supplies, place orders when needed
  • Process orders to include filling prescriptions and accepting payment
  • Minimize shrink through proper handling and storing of product

Minimum Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age

State Licensed Pharmacist

Education and Experience

  • Required education to be a State Licensed Pharmacist
  • Ability to read, write, and perform basic math functions
  • Possess basic computer skills
  • Possess strong communication skills

Physical Requirements

Walking Frequent 3-5 HoursStanding Constant 5-8 HoursGrasping/Finger Movement & Dexterity- Left/Right Hands Frequent 3-5 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 25lbsEQUIPMENT USED

Operation of the Following

  • Pharmacy Computer
  • Case Cutter
  • Marking Gun
  • Cash Register
  • Pill Counter
  • Ladder (must be 18 yrs. of age)

Our 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 processing and filling prescriptions while ensuring compliance with all federal and state regulations. They also manage pharmacy inventory, provide patient consultations, and supervise pharmacy staff.

Requirements

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and hold a valid State Licensed Pharmacist credential. Strong communication skills and the ability to perform basic math and computer tasks are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Prescription processingMedication dispensingPatient consultationInventory managementRegulatory complianceStaff trainingControlled substance security

Pharmacist Career Context

Of the 40 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 20% are remote, 35% have no call, 83% 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 ~$132k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $122k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Benefits & Perks30 jobs · 27 employers

401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
23%
Loan repayment
3%
CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 2.8
Better work-life than 50% of Pharmacy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,847 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Olean

Typical market rent
$900/mo
Residents’ average commute
14 min
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

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

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.