What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Pharmacist - Long Term Care position at Senior Rx Care of Kansas?
Job Overview
Senior Rx Care of Kansas – Topeka, Kansas
Senior Rx Care is looking for a Staff Pharmacist to join our long-term care pharmacy team. This is a great opportunity for a pharmacist who enjoys practicing in a team-oriented environment and wants to use their clinical judgment and pharmacy knowledge while serving residents of senior living and long-term care communities.
About the Role
Our Staff Pharmacists play an important role in ensuring medications are dispensed accurately, safely, and timely. Unlike traditional retail pharmacy, our pharmacists work closely with pharmacy technicians, nurses, prescribers, and facility staff to support the medication needs of residents in skilled nursing, assisted living, and other senior care settings.
Responsibilities include:
- Reviewing and verifying new and refill medication orders for accuracy and appropriateness
- Evaluating routine, STAT, and urgent medication orders and prioritizing workflow accordingly
- Providing clinical review and exercising independent professional judgment when questions or concerns arise
- Communicating with prescribers, nurses, facilities, and other healthcare professionals to resolve medication-related issues
- Supervising and supporting pharmacy technicians throughout the dispensing process
- Overseeing accurate preparation, packaging, labeling, and dispensing of medications
- Participating in sterile IV preparation and verification as needed
- Supporting pharmacy operations while maintaining compliance with applicable state and federal regulations
- Working collaboratively with the pharmacy team to provide responsive, dependable service to our long-term care partners
What We're Looking For
- Current pharmacist license in the State of Kansas, or ability to obtain Kansas licensure
- PharmD or BS in Pharmacy from an accredited school of pharmacy
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to medication safety
- Ability to prioritize and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- A collaborative approach and willingness to support the entire pharmacy team
- Long-term care pharmacy experience is helpful, but not required
Why Senior Rx Care?
Senior Rx Care is a locally focused long-term care pharmacy committed to providing exceptional pharmacy services to senior living communities. Our approach is built around customer service, innovation, teamwork, and a genuine commitment to the residents and communities we serve.
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package for eligible full-time team members, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company contribution toward health insurance premiums
- Paid time off
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Life insurance and voluntary benefit options
- Employee Assistance Program
- Support for continuing education and applicable professional licensing costs
If you are a pharmacist looking for an opportunity to practice outside of the traditional retail setting and become part of a team dedicated to long-term care, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today to learn more about joining the Senior Rx Care team.
Senior Rx Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Pay: $130,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Were you referred by a current team member? Please enter their name:
License/Certification:
- Kansas Pharmacist License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Topeka, KS 66603 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $130,000 - $140,000