PRN Pharmacist, La
Listed compensation
$55-$60/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – FridayWeekdays only
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Job Description
- PRN Pharmacist
- Janus RX Closed Door
- Lakeland, FL
We are hiring a pool of PRN pharmacists to cover the needs of our pharmacy. We are a closed door out patient pharmacy servicing Behavioral Health patients (no IV or TPNs). We're open Monday through Friday, 8am until 5pm. We're closed on weekends and major holidays. There's no nights - no weekends - no on-call. We're offering competitive compensation. Experience with blister packaging and Rx30 is a plus.
PRN Pharmacist: Job Description
I. The following job description identifies the qualifications and standards for Per Diem or PRN Pharmacists.
PRN Pharmacists will meet the following requirements and competencies listed below. PRN Pharmacists
report directly to the Pharmacist in Charge (PIC).
Job Summary
The PRN Pharmacist works under the supervision of the Pharmacist in Charge to
assist with various operations within the pharmacy including, but not limited to:
In the absence of the PIC, supervises personnel and participates in all aspects of
pharmacy workflow including data entry, prescription fulfillment, final verification, and
dispensing.
Ensures compliance with patient care quality standards as it relates to the care provided
to all age groups of patients.
Prepares, labels, and dispenses medications as ordered by physicians or other qualified
prescribers.
Maintains appropriate records for all medications and other pharmaceutical supplies
ordered by physicians or other qualified prescribers.
The PRN Pharmacist will have strong communication skills and be able to perform detailed work.
Work is accomplished in accordance with the policies and regulations of local, state, and
federal authorities as well as accepted standards of practice.
II. Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Distributive Activities:
Prepares, labels, and dispenses medications for all age groups according to accepted
standards of practice.
Performs computer order-entry functions in an accurate and timely manner.
Supervises and verifies appropriate and accurate drug distribution tasks performed by
support and technical staff.
Effectively uses all necessary forms of informatics.
Performs other duties as needed or assigned.
2. Direct Patient Care Activities:
Performs all aspects of pharmacy operations in an environment that optimizes patient
safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/healthcare errors.
Interprets medication orders, monitors drug regimens, and performs interventions when
order clarification is necessary or when therapeutic problems are identified.
Meets and maintains competencies to perform the required duties of the position.
Assists with adherence packaging and education of use.
Promotes the use of cost-effective drug therapy.
Updated: 04/28/2023 Documents activities per departmental policies.
Provide general drug information services when necessary.
3. Administrative Activities:
Monitors activities of the department and takes appropriate action as necessary to
ensure efficient and effective operation.
Supervises support personnel in a consistent and fair manner.
Demonstrates the ability to prioritize and effectively organize workload and problem
solve.
4. Professional Responsibilities:
Completes annual continuing education requirements.
Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
Adheres to improvements set in place by the PIC as a result of continuous quality
improvement (CQI) activities.
Follows accepted standards of practice and adheres to federal, state, and local
regulations as well as the policies and procedures of the organization.
5. Regulatory Requirements:
Graduation from a School of Pharmacy accredited by the American Council on
Pharmaceutical Education; Baccalaureate or PharmD degree required.
Current and valid registration and licensure by the State Board of Pharmacy as a
Pharmacist.
Abide by and uphold the privacy rule standards of HIPAA.
6. Language Skills:
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
7. Skills:
Moderate computer knowledge.
Proficiency in pharmacy computer systems.
8. Physical Demands:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions of the position without compromising patient care.
Updated: 04/28/2023
Key Responsibilities
The PRN Pharmacist is responsible for preparing, labeling, and dispensing medications while supervising pharmacy workflow and personnel. They ensure compliance with quality standards and provide clinical interventions to optimize patient safety.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Baccalaureate or PharmD degree from an accredited School of Pharmacy and possess a current, valid state pharmacist license. Strong communication skills and proficiency in pharmacy computer systems are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Pharmacist Career Context
Of the 40 active Pharmacy listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% are remote, 55% have no call, 63% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$120k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $116k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 8.0 / 10 · top 5% in pharmacy | ranked against 10,003 Pharmacy listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$116k in purchasing power | Florida index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pharmacy listings in Florida | 623 active | 10,186 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 30% remote · 55% no call · 63% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Florida Pharmacist listings: 19% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 22% offer loan repayment642 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 |
| Mims Management Group | silver tier, 77/100 | Top Employers work-life index31 active listings |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates PRN Pharmacist, Lakeland, FL at Mims Management Group a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Pharmacy — ranked against 10,003 active Pharmacy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$120k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$8k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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