The mission of Pharmacy Services in the Arizona Department of Corrections is to
provide quality pharmacy care and services to the incarcerated inmate
population of the State. The Department of Corrections offers pharmacists
and pharmacy technicians an interesting and professional career.
Opportunities exist to exercise professional skills, knowledge, and
judgment while providing pharmaceutical care. A pharmacy career is
challenging and free from many of the pressures found in retail practice.
Arizona Department of Corrections’ pharmacies are located at
prison complex
facilities throughout the state.
In addition to a professional modern environment, the Department can offer
pharmacy staff a flexible work schedule. Normally, pharmacy staff do not work
evenings, weekends, or holidays, enabling them pursue other interests or
just have more quality time with family and friends. The Department offers a
comprehensive benefits package, including paid malpractice insurance,
vacations, holidays, sick days, and long term disability pay. Plus,
Pharmacists receive an annual stipend to supplement their salary. Pharmacists
applying for employment must possess a current unrestricted State of
Arizona
Pharmacist License.
The Arizona Department of Corrections Pharmacy Program orders pharmaceuticals,
maintains inventories, and fills prescriptions. The Pharmacy system services
approximately 21,000 offenders in ten institutions statewide. The Pharmacy
Program fills over 61,000 prescriptions a month.
Any questions regarding the Pharmacy Program please contact:
Pharmacy Program Manager
(602) 364-2900
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