Pharmacist

Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Location:  Connecticut area
Schedule Requirement: Must be available a minimum of 3 days per week

The Pharmacist is responsible for preparing, dispensing, and reviewing prescription medications while ensuring accuracy, patient safety, and regulatory compliance in accordance with Connecticut Pharmacy Law and Board of Pharmacy regulations. The Pharmacist provides expert guidance on medication therapy management, counsels patients on proper medication use, and collaborates with healthcare professionals to optimize treatment outcomes.

The ideal candidate demonstrates exceptional attention to detail, strong clinical judgment, and a commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.

• Accurately prepare, verify, and dispense prescription medications in compliance with state and federal regulations.

• Review prescriptions for therapeutic appropriateness, drug interactions, allergies, and contraindications.

• Provide patient counseling on medication use, side effects, interactions, and storage.

• Maintain accurate and confidential patient medication records.

• Supervise and support pharmacy technicians, ensuring proper workflow and quality assurance.

• Monitor and manage controlled substances in accordance with DEA and Connecticut state laws.

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers to develop and optimize medication therapy plans.

• Participate in medication therapy management (MTM) and patient care programs.

• Ensure compliance with all OSHA, HIPAA, and Connecticut Department of Public Health standards.

• Maintain proper inventory control, storage, and documentation of medications and supplies.

• Stay current on pharmaceutical developments, emerging therapies, and changes in pharmacy regulations.

• Active and unrestricted Connecticut Pharmacist License.

• Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited college of pharmacy.

• Current CPR/BLS certification (as applicable).

• Minimum 1–2 years of pharmacy experience preferred (retail, hospital, or clinical).

• Strong understanding of Connecticut Pharmacy Practice Act and federal drug regulations.

• Proficiency with pharmacy management systems and electronic health records (EHR).

• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

• High level of accuracy, integrity, and professionalism.

• Must be available a minimum of 3 days per week; flexibility for evenings, weekends, or holidays preferred.

• Certification in Immunization Administration (as permitted by Connecticut regulations).

• Experience in compounding, long-term care, or clinical medication review.

• Bilingual communication skills a plus.