Pharmacy Alternatives·Christiansburg, Virginia
The Pharmacist evaluates physician medication orders for appropriateness and provides clinical recommendations to healthcare staff. They are also responsible for maintaining patient profiles and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulatory requirements.
Our Company Pharmacy Alternatives Overview Pharmacy Alternatives is hiring a full-time Pharmacist in Christiansburg, VA!
Join our closed-door pharmacy team where you’ll work in a non-retail environment, dedicated to meeting the pharmaceutical needs of long-term care and senior living clients.
If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional service and high-quality care, we want to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of a team committed to making a difference!
Schedule: Availability between 730a-6p Occasional Sunday shift Benefits and perks for you!
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare) Tuition discounts & reimbursement 401(k) Company Paid Time Off Shift Differential DailyPay Pet Insurance Employee wellness and discount programs *Benefits may vary by employment status
How YOU will benefit: Supportive team with room to work independently Ongoing training and career growth Advancement opportunities in a growing company Referral bonuses As a Pharmacist you will: Evaluate physician medication orders for drug appropriateness, correct dosage, potential drug interactions, and proper route of administration. Provide clinical recommendations to physicians and healthcare staff regarding medication therapy changes and optimizations. Maintain up-to-date patient/resident profiles, including medical history, lab results, and current medications (prescription, OTC, and home remedies). Ensure laboratory tests required for monitoring high-risk medications are appropriately ordered, reviewed, and communicated to the healthcare team. Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide clinical and technical support. Document all communications and clinical interventions in the patient’s medical record, including interactions with families and caregivers. Implement and enforce policies and procedures for the safe handling, dispensing, and clinical oversight/management of medications. Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulatory requirements related to pharmacy practice and medication management. Report medication-related errors and adverse drug events to the Pharmacy Manager as required. Educate and support clinical team and healthcare agency staff on safe and effective medication handling procedures. Perform other pharmacy-related tasks and responsibilities as assigned.
Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy, Pharm D preferred One year experience in long term care desired License/Certification(s): current and valid pharmacist license in the state of practice Knowledge of drug therapy guidelines, medication safety practices, and regulatory standards (CMS, DEA, FDA). Proficiency in electronic medical records and pharmacy information systems Strong clinical judgement, and effective written and verbal communication *Position will be posted for a minimum of 7 business day About our Line of Business Pharmacy Alternatives®, an affiliate of PharMerica, is a specialized pharmacy provider focused on serving individuals with cognitive or intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Pharmacy Alternatives offers long-term pharmacy solutions specializing in serving special-needs populations who live in intermediate care facilities, waiver homes, group homes, assisted living, supported-living or foster care. Our state-of-the-art approach includes packaging technology specially designed for the population we serve and electronic medication management that helps people live their best lives. For more information, please visit www.pharmacyalternatives.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.
USD $135,200.00 - $141,440.00 / Year
A Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy is required, with a PharmD preferred and one year of long-term care experience desired. Candidates must hold a valid pharmacist license in the state of practice and be proficient in pharmacy information systems.
Market context
Pharmacist openings in Virginia typically reflect steady demand across hospitals, retail pharmacies, and health systems, especially for candidates who can start with an active Virginia Department of Health Professions license. This role is competitive because employers often prefer prior pharmacy experience or a PGY1 residency, and this platform’s AI-summarized job requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your license status and tailor your resume to highlight clinical, dispensing, and patient-counseling experience.
