Staff Pharmacist (PM Shift)

Job DetailsJob Location

• Polaris
• Pharmacy
• Services of
• Northern
• CA -
• Livermore,
• CA 94551Position
• Type:
• Full-Time/Part-TimeSalary
• Range: $62.00 - $64.00
• HourlyJob
• Shift:
• Night
• ShiftJob
• Category: PharmaceuticalWHO WE ARE At Polaris Pharmacy Services, we’re more than a pharmacy — we’re a dedicated partner in care, transforming how patients experience long-term, post-acute, correctional, PACE, and specialty pharmacy services. As industry leaders, we’re raising the bar for quality and coordination across all sites of care, ensuring every patient receives seamless, compassionate, and expert support. Founded in 2015, Polaris is proud to be locally and independently owned, with a growing national footprint. Our team thrives in a mission-driven environment where innovation meets purpose, and every role contributes to making a real impact. We offer more than just a job — we provide competitive pay, robust benefits, and genuine opportunities for career advancement. If you're passionate about shaping the future of pharmacy and making a difference in the lives of those who need it most, we invite you to grow with us.
• Job
• Summary: The Staff Pharmacist is responsible for the day-to-day operational duties associated with the dispensing of prescription medication as required to meet the needs of a long-term/post-acute care pharmacy. The Staff Pharmacist must adhere to the company’s quality and customer service standards, policies and procedures, as well as the State and Federal guidelines.
• Duties/Responsibilities: Verification for completeness and accuracy of all new and refill labels and orders. Check for content and accuracy of all medication packaging and labeling including emergency drug kits and IV medications Maintain resident database to include appropriate current and past medical history, appropriate clinical and laboratory data, and concurrent medication (including OTC and home remedies) Assist in the proper ordering, handling, receiving, documentation, and storage of all controlled substances; assist in maintaining a perpetual inventory for schedule II drugs Work with appropriate pharmacy technician in reconciling Controlled Substances perpetual inventory as required by management for compliance with state and federal regulations Provide clinical expertise by responding to drug-related questions and concerns initiated by internal staff and external customers Document all communication with physicians, nurses, other members of the healthcare team and patients/residents and their family members in the medical record Preparation and/or supervision of all sterile IV drug products or solutions Provide evening, weekend, and holiday coverage during rotation and as required by management Follow all applicable government regulations including HIPAA Other duties as assigned; Job duties may vary depending on business needs Responsible for the flow of work and appropriate outcomes
• QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Required
• Skills/Abilities: Perform accurately and efficiently when dispensing prescription medications Ability to work flexible hours, which may include evening, weekends, and holidays Experience using FrameworkLTC Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and Microsoft Outlook Excellent interpersonal skills and well-developed verbal and written communication skills with English as the primary language. Ability to work independently as well as working in a team environment, meets deadlines, establish priorities, and be flexible, work under pressure with multiple tasks. Must have strong organizational, customer service, and time management skills, ability to problem solve. This position must exhibit maturity in judgment
• EDUCATION and/or
• EXPERIENCE: Current Pharmacist license active and in good standing in the state of practice Management experience preferred Bachelor’s degree or Pharmacy Doctorate from an accredited School of Pharmacy Minimum of two (2) year’s recent experience in an acute-care setting or one (1) year experience as a production pharmacist preferred (not required). Experience and knowledge base of intravenous admixtures services and intravenous therapy desired. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that should be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: May sit or stand seven (7) to ten (10) hours per day The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, bend, walk May be necessary to work extended hours as needed May lift and/or move up to 30 pounds The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this role HOLIDAY & PTO POLICY Paid holidays are provided annually, with 6 days offered each year, along with 5 sick days. Employees earn up to 10 PTO days each year, with rollover options and milestone bonuses. Employees have the option to cash out up to 10 PTO hours each quarter for added financial flexibility. Please note, because we are a pharmacy most of our locations are open 24-hours a day, 7 days a week and therefore schedules may change as determined by the needs of the business. BENEFITS for full time Employees Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance 401 (k) (available for Part Time & Full Time EEs) Company Paid Life insurance Short-term and Long-term disability insurance Tuition reimbursement Personal Time Off (PTO) Competitive pay with annual performance reviews and merit-based raises Career growth potential Annual on-site voluntary Flu Vaccines Employee referral bonus program