Floater Pharmacist (Alabama)
Compensation
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The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
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Job Description
The Floater Pharmacist packages and dispenses prescribed drugs in a clinical environment and handles incoming physician calls, logs data into the computer, performs Rx workflow processing, and conducts drug utilization reviews.
*This is a full-time position that will require floating among our three Alabama pharmacy locations as needed. The position will be primarily based at Avita #1044 located at the Magic Center Wellness Center in Birmingham, AL (3220 5th Avenue S.). The work schedule will vary based on each pharmacy location's operating hours.*
About the Role
Manage pharmacy operations and maintain the highest quality of pharmaceutical care and services while filling in for the PIC
Properly dispense, order, and maintain proper inventory of drugs and supplies, pursuant to all state and federal laws
- Direct activities and workflow efficiency of the pharmacy staff
- Collaborate with physicians to discuss potential incompatibility issues with patient prescriptions
- Ensure compliance with all state and federal laws and regulations pertaining to the practice of pharmacy
- Keep abreast of changing laws, regulations, and new pharmacy-related programs
- Consult with clinic providers, administrators, and other personnel as appropriate
- Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
- Uphold a clean, customer-friendly workplace, and always project a professional and positive attitude
- Perform in accordance with company policies and standards, as well as the spirit of the Company's core values and goals
- Perform other related duties as assigned
*Additional Alabama pharmacy locations: Montgomery and Dothan, AL
*Pharmacy hours: Monday - Friday; hours vary by location
About You
- Bachelor’s or Doctoral (PharmD) degree in Pharmacy from an accredited university
- Pharmacist license in good standing in the State of AL
- Completion of an ACPE accredited immunization training program
- 1+ year of full-time retail or clinic pharmacy experience preferred
- Excellent interpersonal, customer-service, managerial, and communication skills
- Able to efficiently work, mentor, and supervise staff in a fast-paced environment
- Capability to travel to our Alabama pharmacy locations for necessary coverage as needed
At Avita Care Solutions, compassionate care is at the heart of everything we do. Join Avita and get inspired to be the care that unlocks the full potential of health for all.
We’re committed to promoting health equity by providing comprehensive, integrated access to pharmacy services, clinical care delivery and digital health through our individualized and culturally competent LGBTQ+, HIV, PrEP, and sexual wellness care.
Avita is a proud member of the U.S. Business Action to End HIV and has been recognized multiple times by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality.
Avita is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace.
We welcome everyone by recruiting, hiring, and promoting individuals without regard to their sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Avita also provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and any other state or local laws.
Avita Care Solutions offers a comprehensive benefits package:
Healthcare benefits (medical, dental, vision) for eligible team members and their families, along with additional company paid and voluntary benefit offerings.
Six Company Paid Holidays and Three Personal Floating holidays, Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Leaves - Two Weeks Paid Parental Leave, Bereavement, Sick Leave, Time to Vote, Jury Duty, Award Recognition Program, Professional Learning & Development opportunities.
Company Paid benefits – Basic Life and AD&D, Maven and Health Care Advocate Work/Life Balance Program, Health/Dependent Flexible Spending.
Voluntary benefits – Long and Short-term Disability, Pet Insurance, Legal, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, Whole and Supplementary Life Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan with company match.
All benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms.
This position is designated as safety-sensitive due to responsibilities involving patient care, medication handling, access to controlled substances, and other regulated healthcare functions. Employment is subject to Avita's Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy and applicable legal requirements.
Key Responsibilities
The Floater Pharmacist is responsible for dispensing prescribed drugs, managing pharmacy inventory, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. They will also supervise pharmacy staff and collaborate with healthcare providers to optimize patient care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's or Doctoral degree in Pharmacy and possess an active Pharmacist license in Alabama. Completion of an ACPE accredited immunization training program and at least one year of retail or clinic pharmacy experience are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Pharmacist Career Context
Of the 50 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 18% are remote, 48% have no call, 62% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Alabama is 88.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Alabama clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 3.9 / 10 · above average in pharmacy | ranked against 10,003 Pharmacy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Pharmacy median $140k (middle half $135k–$150k)127 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Alabama index 88.8 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pharmacy listings in Alabama | 168 active | 10,186 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 18% remote · 48% no call · 62% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Alabama Pharmacist listings: 19% state a sign-on bonus · 16% offer loan repayment173 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Pharmacy listings | 3,759 in the last 30 days | 3,073 the 30 days before (+22%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Pharmacy pay trend | +3.3% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| Avita Care Solutions | silver tier, 79/100 | Top Employers work-life index7 active listings |
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