Clinical Pharmacist

Location: Asheville, NC 28805
Pay Rate: $64.27 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 4x10 Hour Shifts (Days Rotate Weekly)

• Shift Options: 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM or 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  Type: Full-Time

We are seeking a Licensed Clinical Pharmacist to support pharmacy operations in Asheville, NC. This role offers a consistent 4-day workweek with extended daytime shifts and focuses on clinical dispensing, patient counseling, medication safety, and pharmacy operations within a fast-paced environment.

Role Overview

The Clinical Pharmacist is responsible for ensuring the safe and accurate dispensing of prescription medications while providing high-quality patient care and maintaining compliance with all regulatory and clinical standards. This role requires strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage both operational and patient-facing responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Patient Care

• Accept and dispense prescription medications in accordance with legal, regulatory, and clinical guidelines.

• Monitor patient medication adherence and identify potential overuse or safety concerns.

• Ensure medications prescribed are appropriate, safe, and clinically suitable for patients.

• Provide patient counseling on medications, including dosage, administration, side effects, and drug interactions.

• Respond to patient inquiries regarding prescription and non-prescription medications.

Pharmacy Operations

• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in compliance with HIPAA and pharmacy regulations.

• Ensure proper management of pharmacy files, documentation, and workflow systems.

• Support accuracy in prescription processing and medication dispensing.

• Maintain appropriate inventory of pharmaceuticals and medical supplies.

Clinical Collaboration

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and pharmacy interns.

• Identify and communicate drug-related problems or clinical concerns to appropriate healthcare providers.

• Support interdisciplinary care coordination to optimize patient outcomes.

Compounding & Technical Duties

• Compound medications for internal and external use as required.

• Prepare sterile solutions following established procedures and safety standards.

• Ensure adherence to all compounding and sterility guidelines.

Supervision & Support

• Supervise pharmacy technicians, clerks, and support staff as needed.

• Maintain efficient workflow in a high-volume pharmacy environment.

• Educate patients on proper use of medical devices such as blood pressure monitors and glucose meters.

• Provide preventative care services such as smoking cessation counseling and basic health screenings.

Required Qualifications

• Active Pharmacist license in good standing (North Carolina licensure required or ability to obtain)

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or equivalent degree required

• Strong knowledge of prescription dispensing, medication safety, and pharmacy regulations

• Ability to work 10-hour shifts in a rotating weekly schedule

• Strong communication and clinical decision-making skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in sterile compounding and/or IV preparation

• Prior experience in retail, hospital, or specialty pharmacy environments

• Experience supervising pharmacy support staff

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to adapt to rotating weekday schedules

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a licensed pharmacist who is comfortable working extended 10-hour shifts on a rotating weekly schedule. This individual demonstrates strong clinical judgment, accuracy in medication dispensing, and the ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare professionals in a fast-paced environment.

Why This Role

This position offers a consistent 4-day workweek, competitive pay, and the opportunity to work in a dynamic clinical pharmacy setting. It is well suited for pharmacists seeking schedule flexibility combined with meaningful patient care responsibilities.