Pharmacist

About Walgreens

Established in 1901, Walgreens serves over 9 million customers daily across approximately 8,000 stores in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. With a workforce of around 211,000 employees, including about 85,000 healthcare providers, Walgreens is dedicated to being the preferred choice for pharmacy, retail, and health services by fostering trusted relationships that promote healthier futures for its customers, patients, staff, and communities.

Role Overview

As a pharmacist at Walgreens, you will be a medication expert and a trusted healthcare provider focused on delivering patient-centered care. This position offers industry-leading resources for career growth, flexible schedules, and a strong commitment to work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, expert-level pharmaceutical consulting to patients.
• Inform patients about medication use, potential side effects, and cost-effective treatment alternatives.
• Provide clinical healthcare services such as immunizations, diagnostic tests, and medication therapy management.
• Ensure medication safety through precise compounding, dispensing, and adherence to regulatory standards.
• Guide and mentor pharmacy team members in a collaborative environment to foster professional development.

Qualifications

• Possession of a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy or equivalent pharmacist degree from an accredited institution.
• Current valid pharmacist license in the state(s) covered by the district.
• Certified Immunizer or willingness to obtain immunization certification within 90 days of employment.
• Preferred: Minimum one year of retail pharmacy experience, including prescription processing, compliance with legal standards, pharmacy operations management, familiarity with pharmacy software systems, and insurance handling.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage ranging from $60.90 to $82.30, varying by location and other business factors.
• Paid Time Off available beginning three months of service, subject to state law provisions.
• Flexible working schedules to accommodate your lifestyle.
• Extensive health and wellness benefits encompassing medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, disability, and life insurance for eligible employees.
• Free annual flu vaccinations and access to mental health support and wellness programs via employee assistance programs.
• Financial assistance for family formation including fertility treatments and reimbursement for eligible adoption and surrogacy costs.
• Career advancement opportunities into leadership within pharmacy operations, retail management, multi-site oversight, and corporate roles.
• Access to Walgreens University offering free training, certifications, leadership development programs, and tuition discounts at over 30 universities.
• Employee discounts of 25% on Walgreens brands and 15% on national brands plus exclusive savings on electronics, travel, and more.
• 401(k) plan with company matching contributions after one year and 1,000 hours of service, including matching of qualified student loan payments.

Additional Information

Walgreens is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion of individuals with disabilities and veterans. Employment decisions will not be influenced by arrest or conviction records. The stated salary promotes transparency and may vary based on factors such as location, skill set, education, experience, and other considerations. The position remains open until filled.

How to Apply

Seize this opportunity to build a meaningful career in healthcare with Walgreens by joining their team of dedicated pharmacists focused on improving patients’ lives.