Pharmacist

About Walgreens

Walgreens, established in 1901, serves over 9 million customers daily via nearly 8,000 stores across the U.S. and Puerto Rico, employing approximately 211,000 team members, including about 85,000 healthcare providers. The company is dedicated to being the preferred pharmacy, retail, and health services provider, fostering trusted relationships that promote healthier futures for communities, customers, patients, and employees.

Position Overview

We seek a knowledgeable Pharmacist to join our team in Atwater, CA. This role focuses on delivering patient-centered care through expert medication consultation, clinical services, and pharmacy operations in a retail setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Offer compassionate and expert pharmacy consultation to patients.
• Inform and advise patients on medication usage, potential side effects, and cost-effective choices.
• Perform clinical healthcare services including immunizations, diagnostic tests, and medication therapy management.
• Maintain medication safety practices through accurate compounding, dispensing, and adherence to regulatory standards.
• Guide and support pharmacy team members through training and mentorship within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Possess a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or a Pharmacist Degree from an accredited institution.
• Hold a valid pharmacist license in the applicable state(s) within the district.
• Certified Immunizer or willing to achieve immunizer certification within 90 days of hire.
• Preferred: Minimum of one year of experience in retail pharmacy, encompassing prescription filling and verification, record-keeping, compliance, pharmacy operations, software usage, and insurance management.

Employee Benefits and Perks

• Competitive wages tailored to geography and relevant business factors.
• Paid time off available after three months of employment, respecting state laws.
• Flexible scheduling options to accommodate work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, prescription, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance for eligible team members.
• Access to mental health and wellness resources, including Employee Assistance Programs.
• Financial support for family-forming efforts such as fertility treatments, adoption, and surrogacy expenses.
• Professional growth opportunities with rapid advancement potential into leadership roles.
• Walgreens University offers free training, certifications, leadership development, and tuition discounts at over 30 universities.
• Employee discounts on Walgreens products and national brands plus savings on electronics and travel.
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and student loan payment matching subject to eligibility.

Work Environment & Culture

We value team members who are dedicated patient advocates, collaborative leaders, lifelong learners, and adept problem solvers ready to address challenges such as insurance claims and medication management with confidence and compassion.

Salary Information

The hourly wage ranges from $67.35 to $82.30 and reflects various factors including location, skills, education, and experience.

Equal Opportunity

Walgreens is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to diversity and inclusion including disability and veteran status. Employment decisions consider qualified applicants regardless of arrest or conviction records.