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Northeast Grocery
Town of Colonie, New York

Pharmacist

Pharmacist Top 10% in PharmacyFull-Time

Listed compensation

$50.00 - $72.00/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Pay Range: $50.00- $72.00

Summary

The Pharmacist ensures compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and company policies while preparing and dispensing medications, managing inventory, and overseeing patient interactions. Additionally, they contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives, maintain a clean work environment, and complete the necessary continuing education to uphold professional standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Complies with all applicable federal, state laws, pharmacy regulations, and company policies.

Prepares and dispenses prescription medications, including maintenance of necessary records, accurate third-party adjudication and patient charges, and inventory management.

Counsel’s patients and medical providers regarding the nature and use of drugs, dosage, drug interactions, and side effects.

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 while working and monitors performance.

Maintains a neat, clean, and organized workstation at all times.

Completes required continuing education programs as required by state law.

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

Maintain security of all controlled substances

Minimum Qualifications

  • Licensed and registered Pharmacist in good standing within the state of practice.
  • Immunization Certification or agreement by pharmacist to complete.
  • Must have a Valid Driver’s License.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must submit to DL Monitoring.

Education and Experience

5-year Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy

General knowledge of pharmacy computer systems and automated dispensing systems

  • Ability to communicate effectively: verbal, written and electronic.
  • Strong leadership skills and ability to manage others.
  • Ability to assign, prioritize, and evaluate the work of others.

Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word

Physical Requirements

Walking Frequent 3-5 HoursStanding Constant 5-8 HoursGrasping/Finger Movement & Dexterity- Left/Right Hands Constant 5-8 HoursBending Occasional 1-3 HoursTwisting Frequent 3-5 HoursPivoting Occasional 1-3 HoursSquatting/Kneeling Frequent 3-5 HoursPushing/Pulling Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 25lbsLifting Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 25lbsEQUIPMENT USED

  • Pharmacy Computer
  • Case Cutter
  • Marking Gun
  • Cash Register
  • Pill Counter

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 preparing and dispensing medications while ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and company policies. They also oversee pharmacy operations, manage inventory, and provide counseling to patients and medical providers.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a 5-year Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy and be a licensed, registered pharmacist in the state of practice. Strong leadership skills and proficiency in pharmacy computer systems are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Medication DispensingPatient CounselingStaff SupervisionRegulatory ComplianceMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordCommunicationDrug Interaction Knowledge

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pharmacist at Northeast Grocery a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 10% in Pharmacy — ranked against 7,585 active Pharmacy listings on WeekdayDoc.

Pharmacist Career Context

Of the 43 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 26% are remote, 47% have no call, 77% require no weekends.

Pharmacy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$127k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $118k 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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