Traveling Pharmacist - Part or Full-Time Hourly for Missouri and /or Kansas- Cosentino's Price Chopp

Job Description

Job Description

Traveling Pharmacist

Registered Pharmacist (RPh) in good standing with either the State of Missouri, Kansas, or both to travel to Cosentino’s Pharmacies to assist where and whenever needed. This dynamic role requires a detail-oriented professional with a strong commitment to ethical standards and conduct, and the ability to provide exceptional customer service. The Traveling Staff Pharmacist will be instrumental in ensuring the smooth pharmacy operations at various locations, upholding the highest standards of quality assurance and patient safety. This position demands excellent communication and interpersonal communications skills to effectively engage with patients, healthcare professionals, and internal teams. A proactive approach to problem solving and efficient workflow management are critical for success in this travel-intensive position. This is a non-exempt position that reports directly to Pharmacist In Charge at assigned location or Director of Pharmacy.

Qualifications & Requirements

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or Pharm D.
• Current Pharmacist license in good standing.
• A valid driver’s license.

Preferred Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with Retail Pharmacy Software and POS (Point of Sale) systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Travel to any of the Cosentino’s Pharmacies within the state licensed as a pharmacist.
• Provide comprehensive leadership and direct supervision of all pharmacy staff, ensuring adherence to professional standards and ethical conduct.
• Oversee and manage all aspects of pharmacy operations, including medication dispensing, immunizations, inventory management, and workflow optimization.
• Ensure strict compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing pharmacy practice and drug distribution.
• Answers questions and provides information to pharmacy customers on drug interactions, side effects, dosage and storage of pharmaceuticals.
• Completion of ongoing training and development as listed in Learn Something.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in accordance with privacy regulations.
• Implement and maintain robust quality assurance programs to guarantee the accuracy and safety of all dispensed medications.
• Develop and deliver effective patient education and counseling on medication use, potential side effects, and therapeutic outcomes.
• Manage pharmaceutical inventory, including ordering, receiving, and maintaining appropriate stock levels to meet patient needs.
• Maintains established procedures concerning quality assurance, security of controlled substances, and the disposal of hazardous waste drugs.
• Resolve complex patient and operational issues through effective problem-solving and critical thinking.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment, promoting teamwork and professional development among pharmacy personnel.
• Address employee relations issues and if needed effectively work with store leadership and the Human Resource team to resolve issues.
• Maintain open communication with Store Director and the Director of Pharmacy regarding any issues, concerns, or happenings in the department.
• Resolve customer complaints in a professional manner.
• Know, comply with, and ensure the team complies with all-health regulations, sanitation guidelines and safety procedures for your department and your store. Ensure premises are always in a satisfactory state of cleanliness.
• Know and implement the Cosentino Customer Service Standards.
• Support your company by completing additional tasks identified by management, assisting other stores, or departments as needed and gaining new skills when necessary.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods on hard surfaces (tile/concrete).
• Lifting & Handling: Reach overhead and twist; lift up to 15 lbs. with both hands.

Occasionally lift and carry up to 5lbs to the height of 34 inches.

• Flexibility: Bending and squatting, occasionally to floor level.
• Additional (Non-essential): Ability to climb a ladder up to 15 ft.