Which member of the pharmacy staff is legally able to ask patients if they would like to be counseled on their medication?

While only the pharmacist can actually provide counseling to patients, in most states, any member of the pharmacy staff can ask patients if they would like to talk to the pharmacist about their medication(s). However, at least one state requires counseling by the pharmacist for all new prescriptions and no other staff member may ask the patient about this. So, be sure to verify this regulation for the state in which you plan to work.