Per Diem Retail Pharmacist - Tempe, AZ

Pharmacy professionals with retail experience are invited to consider a per diem opportunity supporting a growing pharmacy team in the greater Phoenix, AZ area. This role focuses on providing essential pharmacist coverage to a local network of 38 pharmacy locations embedded within food store settings, with an emphasis on maintaining strong pharmacy operations through team collaboration and readiness.

Location: Tempe, AZ — most pharmacies are within a reasonable commuting distance from central Phoenix.

Schedule/Hours:

• Primarily Monday through Saturday shifts
• Typical hours run 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., with some locations closing at 8:00 p.m.
• Per diem shifts with flexible scheduling, ideal for pharmacists wanting to work 2-4 days per week
• Coverage includes call-outs, vacation fill-ins, and volume spikes

Responsibilities:

• Provide professional pharmacist services to dispense and counsel on prescriptions
• Support pharmacy operations and collaborate closely with pharmacy technician staff; some pharmacies operate pharmacist-only
• Participate in an 8-hour initial training session, with additional training offered as needed
• Utilize QS1 pharmacy system for workflow and documentation
• Maintain immunization privileges and current BLS certification
• Adapt to varying pharmacy needs and volumes, averaging 100-125 prescriptions per day

Qualifications & Desired Experience:

• AZ pharmacist license with no restrictions
• Minimum 1-2 years of recent retail pharmacy experience preferred, ideally 2 years or more
• Immunization certification and BLS card required
• Familiarity with QS1 pharmacy software is a plus

Additional Information:

• Training is paid but the initial session includes some non-billable hours (depending on QS1 experience)
• Travel reimbursement available for distances over 30 miles; meals and lodging covered for greater distances
• Opportunity to join a supportive, locally based pharmacist per diem team

This per diem position offers a balanced approach for pharmacists seeking flexibility while contributing to a high-volume, retail pharmacy environment. Candidates prepared to step in when needed and eager to grow within a strong team setting are encouraged to apply. Please submit an updated resume, skills checklist, and a copy of your valid AZ pharmacist license for consideration.