Pharmacist

Job description

The Apothecarium, founded in 2011, is a full-service medical and recreational cannabis dispensary with 4 locations in California, 6 locations in Pennsylvania, 4 locations in Maryland, and 3 locations in New Jersey. The Apothecarium prides itself on giving customers access to a wide variety of appropriately priced cannabis products in a safe, well-appointed setting. We believe in, invest in, and deliver, skilled and trained cannabis consultations and consumer experiences that enhance and enrich our customers’ lives and wellness. Come see why our patients and customers choose The Apothecarium for their cannabis buying experience!

The Cannabis Dispensary Pharmacist is a key member of our dispensary team, responsible for ensuring the safe and compliant dispensing of medical cannabis to patients in accordance with Pennsylvania’s Medical Marijuana Program. This position involves providing expert guidance on cannabis therapies, verifying physician certifications, and ensuring accurate patient records. The pharmacist will lead patient consultations, educating them on the therapeutic use of medical cannabis, and recommend appropriate forms of consumption based on individual medical needs. The role also includes maintaining compliance with state regulations and collaborating with dispensary staff to optimize patient care and dispensary operations.

Physical Requirements

• Stand constantly
• Walk frequently
• Reach and twist/turn with hands and arms
• Climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus

Responsibilities:

• Conduct one-on-one patient consultations to provide education on medical cannabis, discuss consumption methods, and recommend appropriate treatments based on physician certifications.
• Maintain accurate and confidential patient records, documenting consultations, recommendations, and any relevant information while adhering to privacy and data protection regulations.
• Ensure strict compliance with Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana laws and dispensary regulations, including maintaining accurate records, verifying patient certifications, and managing the Prescription Monitoring Program.
• Dispense medical cannabis products according to physician recommendations and patient needs, ensuring proper use and dosage.
• Stay updated on the latest research in cannabis pharmacology, contributing to patient care with evidence-based recommendations and industry developments.
• Collaborate with the Dispensary General Managers and other team members to ensure smooth operations and achieve key performance metrics.

Experience & Requirements:

• Valid Pennsylvania Pharmacist license, in good standing.
• Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy or PharmD.
• 1+ years experience working in a pharmacy setting assisting patients/customers.
• Satisfactory completion of any State-required Medical Cannabis education programs.
• Ability to learn and understand cannabinoids and how they interact with the human body.
• Ability to work effectively with employees, management, patients, governmental agencies, community members, and the general public.
• Understanding of applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations as they pertain to the industry, personnel law, safety regulations, local municipal codes, and organizational rules, regulations, directives, and standard operating procedures.
• Extensive knowledge of cannabis pharmacology and its therapeutic applications, or willingness to acquire this expertise.
• Excellent communication, patient education skills, and customer service skills.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, and leadership skills.

$58 - $60 an hour

\*\*\* Background Check Requirement ***

As a condition of employment, a complete background investigation will be conducted based on the rules of the specific State in which the employee is hired. Typically, the state investigative process includes a state and federal background check.

EEO Statement

At TerrAscend, employees and applicants are evaluated based on their qualifications, skills, and ability to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. TerrAscend is committed to assuring equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.

TerrAscend is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, gender, pregnancy or related medical conditions, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, to include gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and gender identity, or any other consideration protected by federal, state or local laws. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and coworkers.

Disclaimer

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. The list of job responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, and the like is not exhaustive, rather it is illustrative of the current essential functions required for the position.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. E-Verify Works for Everyone For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS.

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Este empleador participa en E-Verify y proporcionará al gobierno federal la información de su Formulario I-9 para confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar en los EE.UU.. Si E-Verify no puede confirmar que usted está autorizado para trabajar, este empleador está requerido a darle instrucciones por escrito y una oportunidad de contactar al Departamento de Seguridad Nacional (DHS) o a la Administración del Seguro Social (SSA) para que pueda empezar a resolver el problema antes de que el empleador pueda tomar cualquier acción en su contra, incluyendo la terminación de su empleo. Los empleadores sólo pueden utilizar E-Verify una vez que usted haya aceptado una oferta de trabajo y completado el Formulario I-9. Para más información sobre E-Verify, o si usted cree que su empleador ha violado sus responsabilidades de E-Verify, por favor contacte a DHS.

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