Pharmacist

Pharmacist – Federal Correctional Facility

Location: United States Penitentiary (USP) Atlanta – Health Services Department - Atlanta, GA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

• We are seeking a licensed Pharmacist to provide professional pharmacy services within a federal correctional healthcare setting at the USP, Atlanta.
• This role supports the medical team by ensuring safe, accurate, and compliant medication management for the inmate population.
• This is an excellent opportunity for pharmacists who are dependable, professional, and comfortable working within a secure federal environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Dispense and verify medications in accordance with federal and institutional standards
• Review and interpret provider orders for accuracy and appropriateness
• Provide medication counseling and collaborate with clinical staff
• Maintain accurate medication records and documentation
• Ensure compliance with all federal guidelines, safety protocols, and pharmacy regulations
• Perform medication inventory, storage management, and controlled substance oversight
• Support the Chief Pharmacist and Health Services leadership as needed

Qualifications - One of the following is required (based on government classification requirements):

Option A – BS Pharmacy (BSPharm)

• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy earned prior to 2004
• Active, unrestricted U.S. pharmacist license

Option B – PharmD

• Minimum 6 years of pharmacy education, PharmD preferred
• At least 24 months of pharmacist experience
• Active, unrestricted U.S. pharmacist license

Additional Requirements

• Must meet the Department of Justice Residency Requirement (3 of the last 5 years in the U.S., or qualifying federal overseas criteria)
• Must pass a federal background check and security clearance process
• Ability to work safely and professionally in a correctional environment

Work Schedule

• Full-time schedule (approx. 40 hours/week)
• Monday–Friday, daytime hours
• Some flexibility based on facility needs

Compensation

• Competitive hourly rate
• Health benefits available
• 401(k) available

Why This Role?

• Stable, professional clinical environment
• Consistent schedule (no retail pace, no nights, minimal holiday work)
• Opportunity to support federal healthcare operations
• Highly structured and team-oriented workplace

How to Apply

Please submit:

• Resume
• Copy of active pharmacist license
• Availability
• Optional: Documentation for DOJ Residency Requirement