Per Diem Pharmacist (Cannabis) – Connecticut

About Shangri-La

Shangri-La Dispensaries was founded in 2019 with the goal of creating a premium cannabis experience centered on education, wellness, and trust. What began as a medical cannabis company focused on patient care has grown into a multi-state organization serving both medical and adult-use customers.

As we have grown, our commitment to professionalism, compliance, and community involvement has never changed. We believe cannabis retail can be responsible, welcoming, and elevated, and we are intentional about building a culture that reflects those values.

Shangri-La is growing with intention. We are building a company that values clarity, accountability, and people. Our leaders are engaged and accessible, our systems are structured to support execution, and our culture encourages learning and ownership.

Whether you're looking to supplement your current practice or maintain flexibility while contributing your expertise, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care and help support Connecticut's medical cannabis program.

Your Mission

As a Per Diem Pharmacist (Cannabis) – Connecticut, you'll provide clinical coverage and support across Shangri-La's Connecticut dispensaries, ensuring patients receive exceptional care while maintaining compliance with all Connecticut medical cannabis regulations.

Position Overview

The Per Diem Pharmacist provides as-needed pharmacist coverage for Connecticut retail locations, supporting patient consultations, medical cannabis transaction verification, and pharmacist-required compliance functions.

This role is ideal for licensed pharmacists seeking flexible scheduling while contributing to a patient-focused, compliance-driven organization. Per diem pharmacists will work collaboratively with Operations, Compliance, and store leadership to ensure uninterrupted pharmacist coverage and an exceptional patient experience.

Key Responsibilities

Patient ConsultationsClinical Oversight

• Conduct medical cannabis consultations in accordance with Connecticut regulations.
• Educate patients on product selection, administration methods, dosing considerations, and responsible cannabis use.
• Serve as a trusted clinical resource for patients and dispensary staff.
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and regulatory compliance during all patient interactions.

Medical Transaction ReviewVerification

• Review and verify medical cannabis transactions completed by Dispensary Technicians.
• Ensure required documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant before final approval.
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with Connecticut regulations and company standards.
• Identify and resolve documentation deficiencies as needed.

Regulatory Compliance

• Maintain compliance with all Connecticut pharmacy and medical cannabis regulations.
• Complete pharmacist-required documentation accurately and timely.
• Support regulatory audits, inspections, and compliance initiatives when scheduled.
• Stay current on regulatory changes affecting Connecticut medical cannabis operations.

Team Support

• Partner with store leadership to ensure smooth daily operations during pharmacist coverage.
• Provide coaching and guidance to Dispensary Technicians regarding patient interactions and regulatory requirements.
• Support training initiatives and reinforce company standards when working in stores.

Qualifications

Required

• Active, unrestricted Connecticut Pharmacist License.
• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree.
• Minimum three years of pharmacist experience in a regulated healthcare or pharmacy environment.
• Strong understanding of compliance-driven documentation and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication and patient education skills.
• Ability to travel between Connecticut retail locations as needed.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred

• Cannabis industry experience.
• Experience working in retail pharmacy or outpatient clinical settings.
• Experience supporting regulatory audits and inspections.
• Experience training or mentoring pharmacy staff.

Schedule

• Per diem / as-needed.
• Flexible scheduling based on business needs and pharmacist availability.
• Opportunities for weekday, evening, weekend, and vacation coverage.
• Travel between Connecticut dispensary locations may be required.

Why Join Shangri-La?

• Competitive hourly compensation.
• Flexible scheduling that works around your primary practice.
• Opportunity to gain or expand cannabis pharmacy experience.
• Supportive leadership and collaborative culture.
• Meaningful patient interactions in a growing and highly regulated industry.

This version emphasizes the flexibility and supplemental nature of the role, which is typically what per diem pharmacists are looking for, while removing responsibilities (like owning the training program or leading long-term initiatives) that are better suited to a full-time pharmacist.