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Staff Pharmacist

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Compensation
$50–72/hr
Location
Johnstown, NY
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Pharmacist License And RegistrationImmunization Certification Or AgreementBachelor's degreeValid Driver's License

Job overview

The Staff Pharmacist prepares and dispenses medications, manages pharmacy inventory and records, and counsels patients and medical providers on medication use. The role includes immunization and other patient-centered services, supervising pharmacy personnel, training interns and technicians, maintaining controlled-substance security, and supporting financial and quality goals. The pharmacist must hold an active state license and registration, meet the stated education and certification conditions, and complete continuing education required by state law.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Medication DispensingPharmacy Computer SystemsAutomated Dispensing SystemsCommunicationLeadershipPersonnel ManagementWork PrioritizationMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Word

Qualifications

Pharmacist License and RegistrationImmunization Certification or AgreementValid Driver's LicenseMust Be 21+Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy

Full 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 Hours

Standing Constant 5-8 Hours

Grasping/Finger Movement & Dexterity- Left/Right Hands Constant 5-8 Hours

Bending Occasional 1-3 Hours

Twisting Frequent 3-5 Hours

Pivoting Occasional 1-3 Hours

Squatting/Kneeling Frequent 3-5 Hours

Pushing/Pulling Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 25lbs

Lifting Occasional 1-3 Hours up to 25lbs

EQUIPMENT 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.

How this job compares

Set against the 11,326 open Pharmacist jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$50–72/hr
  • New York median$60–76/hr562 hourly ranges
  • US median$60–79/hr7,762 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $61/hr, is 10% below the New York median midpoint ($68/hr) — in the middle half of Pharmacist hourly ranges in New York.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 669 open Pharmacist jobs in New York and 11,326 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in New York
Experience
Pharmacist postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year of experience at the median (3,653 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 6,990 of the 11,326 open Pharmacist jobs (62%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 29, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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