PHARMACIST

Date: Jun 1, 2026

Req ID: 57623

Location:

Little Rock, AR, US, 72205

Category: AR DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Anticipated Starting Salary: 118,399.01

Arkansas Department of Health

4815 W Markham Street

Little Rock, AR 72205

Position Number: 22104660

County: Pulaski City: Little Rock

Posting End Date: 06/15/26

Division of Health Protection – Engineering

*CLASSIFIED AS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION*

Additional Preferences:

Frequent in-State and out-of-state travel for three (3) to four (4) nights per week, three (3) to four (40 weeks per month required. A valid driver’s license is required.

Three (3) years of experience working as a Licensed Pharmacist preferred.

Moderately advanced computer skills preferred.

A SMQT Certification is preferred before hire but must be obtained upon hire.

The office will be located in the Little Rock Medical Freeway Building.

Hiring Official: D. Mitchum

The mission of the Department of Health is to protect and improve the health and well-being of all Arkansans.

Position Information

Job Series: Pharmacists

Classification: Pharmacist – Career Path

Class Code: MPA01P

Pay Grade: MED09

Salary Range: $118,399 - $175,231

Job Summary

The Pharmacist is responsible for providing pharmaceutical services within a state government facility. This includes dispensing medications, providing medication therapy management, ensuring the safe use of pharmaceuticals, and advising patients and healthcare professionals on proper medication use. A valid Arkansas pharmacist license is required to practice in this role.

Primary Responsibilities

Dispense prescribed medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage, form, and instructions for administration. Verify prescriptions for completeness, authenticity, and appropriateness, and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations. Manage medication inventory, ensuring proper storage, handling, and maintenance of medications in compliance with regulatory guidelines. Monitor patient medication profiles for potential drug interactions, allergies, or contraindications, and take appropriate action to prevent adverse effects. Provide medication counseling to patients and/or caregivers, explaining proper medication use, side effects, interactions, and any special precautions. Maintain accurate and detailed records of medication dispensed, patient counseling, and any adverse drug reactions reported.

Knowledge and Skills

Extensive knowledge of pharmacology, therapeutics, pharmacokinetics, and pharmaceutical law. Strong understanding of drug interactions, side effects, and contraindications. Ability to accurately interpret and apply clinical guidelines and pharmacological principles to patient care. Ability to explain complex medication regimens in simple, clear terms for patients and caregivers. Understanding of relevant state and federal pharmacy laws, including the Controlled Substances Act, HIPAA, and the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. Knowledge of compliance standards for record-keeping, patient privacy, and medication safety in a healthcare setting.

Minimum Qualifications

A Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree from an accredited pharmacy school is required.

Satisfaction of the minimum qualifications, including years of experience and service, does not entitle employees to automatic progression within the job series. Promotion to the next classification level is at the discretion of the department and the Office of Personnel Management, taking into consideration the employee’s demonstrated skills, competencies, performance, workload responsibilities, and organizational needs.

Licensure/Certifications

Must hold a valid Pharmacist License issued by the Arkansas State Board of Pharmacy. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.