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Phar Merica
Albany, New York

Pharmacist

Pharmacist Top 10% in PharmacyNo callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$125k

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Employment & setting
Full-Time · on-site
Call expectations
No call
Weekends
Includes weekends
Posted 9m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Our Company

PharMerica

Overview

PharMerica is hiring a full-time Pharmacist 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

  • M-F: 5am-1:30pm
  • Sa-Su: Every other weekend am-1:30pm
  • 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 you will

Evaluate physician medication orders for drug appropriateness, correct dosage, potential drug interactions, and proper route of administration.

Provide clinical recommendations to physicians and healthcare staff regarding medication therapy changes and optimizations.

Maintain up-to-date patient/resident profiles, including medical history, lab results, and current medications (prescription, OTC, and home remedies).

Ensure laboratory tests required for monitoring high-risk medications are appropriately ordered, reviewed, and communicated to the healthcare team.

Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide clinical and technical support.

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

Implement and enforce policies and procedures for the safe handling, dispensing, and clinical oversight/management of medications.

Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulatory requirements related to pharmacy practice and medication management.

Report medication-related errors and adverse drug events to the Pharmacy Manager as required.

Educate and support clinical team and healthcare agency staff on safe and effective medication handling procedures.

Perform other pharmacy-related tasks and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy, Pharm D preferred
  • One year experience in long term care desired
  • License/Certification(s): current and valid pharmacist license in the state of practice
  • Knowledge of drug therapy guidelines, medication safety practices, and regulatory standards (CMS, DEA, FDA).
  • Proficiency in electronic medical records and pharmacy information systems
  • Strong clinical judgement, and effective written and verbal communication

*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 www.pharmerica.com. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Salary Range

USD $124,800.00 / Year

Certifications

DEA License

Key Skills

Medication therapy managementClinical judgmentDrug interaction analysisPatient profile managementRegulatory complianceClinical documentationInterdisciplinary collaborationPharmacology

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pharmacist at Phar Merica a 6.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 10% in Pharmacy — ranked against 7,429 active Pharmacy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Pharmacist Career Context

Of the 42 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 26% are remote, 45% have no call, 79% 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 ~$125k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $116k 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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CME allowance
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Loan repayment
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PSLF eligible
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Work-life snapshot

6.9/ 10
Listing-based score

Top 10% in Pharmacy

  • No call
  • On-site
  • Includes weekends

Living in Albany

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$329k
Typical market rent
$1,631/mo
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 (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

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

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

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About Phar Merica

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

Benefits & Perks

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