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Bristol, Connecticut

Pharmacist Floater - Connecticut

PharmacistFull-Time

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.

Posted 1mo ago

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

Licensed and registered Pharmacist in good standing within the state of practice. Immunization Certification or agreement by pharmacist to complete. 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 Monitoring. Some overnight hotel stays required. Demonstrate excellent communication skills.

Demonstrate follow-through to achieve desired results and objectives. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

5 year Bachelor of Science Degree in PharmacyPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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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

Responsible for the daily operations of the pharmacy department, including the accurate dispensing of medications and patient counseling. Participates in patient-centered services such as immunizations and medication therapy management while supervising pharmacy personnel.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy and a valid pharmacist license in the state of practice. Candidates must possess strong leadership and communication skills, along with a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Pharmacy operationsMedication dispensingRegulatory complianceStaff trainingCustomer serviceMicrosoft Excel

Pharmacist Career Context

Of the 40 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 23% are remote, 57% have no call, 43% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Connecticut is 103.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$127k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $122k in an average-cost state. 62.6% of Connecticut clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Pharmacy market look like in Connecticut?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$122k in purchasing powerConnecticut index 103.6 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Pharmacy listings in Connecticut134 active10,055 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 23% remote · 57% no call · 43% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedConnecticut Pharmacist listings: 38% state a sign-on bonus (median $50k) · 31% offer loan repayment140 active listings, Nov 2026
New Pharmacy listings3,675 in the last 30 days3,327 the 30 days before (+10%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Pharmacy pay trend+3.3% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, 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 · 17 employers
9
<$160k
7
$160k-185k
2
$185k-210k
2
$210k-235k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

15 jobs
401k / retirement match
87%
Sign-on bonus
60%
Loan repayment
20%
CME allowance
7%
Relocation assistance
7%

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 1.5
Better work-life than 10% of Pharmacy listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 10,057 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Bristol

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$363k
Typical market rent
$1,650/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
State income tax
Up to 7%
Sources & methodology

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

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