About Maitri Medicinals:

Maitri Medicinals’ vision is to cultivate, produce and dispense quality medical marijuana products for Pennsylvania patients who suffer from qualifying medical conditions and diseases. Founded by third-generation Southwestern Pennsylvania residents, Maitri is deeply invested in the region’s wellbeing and development. Maitri views Pennsylvania’s medical marijuana program as an opportunity to help patients suffering from serious medical conditions, support intervention efforts to address the region’s opioid crisis, provide career training and lucrative opportunities for local residents in the medical marijuana industry. We recognize that people define and achieve wellness in different ways across a wide spectrum, and serve all patients with open mindedness, kindness, and a desire to learn.

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Summary of the Role: The Pharmacist uses medical knowledge and pharmaceutical expertise to support patient care, ensure regulatory compliance, and contribute to the continuous development of patient care practices. This role plays a key part in delivering an optimal patient experience while supporting efficient and compliant dispensary operations.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures, as well as applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• Review and verify patient eligibility, including determining applicable consumption restrictions or purchase limitations prior to order verification, and take appropriate action when constraints are identified.
• Consult with and advise patients and caregivers on medical marijuana products, approved consumption methods, and any accessories required for proper use.
• Educate patients and caregivers on potential contraindications, side effects, and possible drug interactions involving prescription medications, over-the-counter products, or herbal supplements.
• Provide product and dosage recommendations, suggest practical and appropriate consumption methods, and communicate best practices to support optimal patient outcomes.
• Update and maintain patient certifications within the state electronic tracking system as required.
• Promote patient satisfaction by contributing to positive, informative, and supportive patient experiences.
• Stay informed on current clinical research, regulatory updates, and emerging developments related to medical marijuana.
• Maintain knowledge of evolving product formulations, consumption methods, and accessories.
• Develop educational content, including informational blogs, to support patient and community understanding of medical marijuana.
• Actively participate in community outreach initiatives and educational events.
• Contribute to the maintenance of the company’s internal research and development repository related to medical marijuana use and patient care practices.
• In addition to verification responsibilities, perform in store patient processing tasks including but not limited to Intake, Fulfillment, Point-of-sale duties, inventory and remain available on an on-call basis to support patient consultations and education as needed.
• Housekeeping: Support general cleanliness and organization of the facility in accordance with company and regulatory standards.
• Represent the company in a professional, respectful, and ethical manner when interacting with patients, caregivers, community stakeholders, and fellow healthcare professionals.

Qualifications: 

• A valid Pharmacist, Certified Nurse Practitioner, or Physician Assistant, Certified license
• Minimum of two years of experience in the medical field.
• Experience in the marijuana industry preferred, but not required.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask effectively, work independently, and efficiently manage time.
• Demonstrate empathy and a genuine commitment to serving a diverse customer base with care and respect.
• Demonstrate proficiency in technology.

• Effective communication skills in a group and remote working environment.

Physical and Environmental Requirements:  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  

• Flexible schedule availability including nights, weekends and holidays  
• Ability to lift, push, and pull 35  pounds  
• Ability to sit, squat, bend, and kneel repetitively throughout a workday  
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time  
• Extended computer usage
• Work environments that include exposure to, but not limited to fumes, dust, odors, heights, indoor AC, no AC, motion, and noise.
• Comfortable working in an environment with constant video surveillance

Management reserves the right to assign other job duties as necessary, with or without notice. Please note this job description is not designed to cover a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. 

Diversity and Inclusion:

We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, or because of the liability for service in the armed forces of the United States or the nationality of any individual, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. 

Maitri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Maitri does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.