Job Description:Performs supervisory and management activities consistent with the expectations of Essentia Health and the Board of Pharmacy rules and regulations. Participates in and oversees the preparation and dispensing of prescriptions to provide comprehensive pharmacy services. For locations that serve an infusion center or ambulatory surgery center the supervisor has oversight of sterile compounding operations.Ambulatory:Performs supervisory and management activities consistent with the expectations of Essentia Health and the Board of Pharmacy rules and regulations. Number of direct reports and budget responsibilities will vary by location. This position performs all duties associated with interpretation, dispensing and monitoring of medications to provide quality pharmaceutical services to patients, physicians and other health care professionals. The pharmacist will optimize drug therapy to improve the patient's quality of life and health outcomes, while providing access to medications and immunizations. The pharmacist will also participate in clinical initiatives and assist in all aspects of the daily pharmacy department activities, including training of new staff and pharmacy students, supervision of pharmacy technicians and interns, resolution of customer service issues, billing, record keeping, monthly audits, and other functions necessary for optimal pharmacy performance. Job duties also include inventory control, care of supplies and equipment, and accurate cash handling.

Education Qualifications:Educational Requirements:Doctorate or bachelor's degree in pharmacy from a college of pharmacy accredited by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education. Ambulatory:Graduate of a college of pharmacy accredited by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education (BS or PharmD degree required)Preferred Requirements:Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Certification/Licensure Requirements:

• Pharmacy licensure appropriate to state where working.
• Meets Board of Pharmacy requirements to be Pharmacist in Charge/Managing Pharmacist within applicable states.
• Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state Board of Pharmacy. 

Ambulatory Only:

• Meets Board of Pharmacy requirements to be Pharmacist in Charge/Managing Pharmacist within applicable states.
• Licensed as a Registered Pharmacist by the Board of Pharmacy in the state in which they will be working (Minnesota, Wisconsin). 
• If currently registered as a Pharmacist in another state, must be registered with the Board of Pharmacy in the state in which they will be working (Minnesota, Wisconsin) as a Pharmacist-Intern and actively pursuing licensure as a Registered Pharmacist, obtaining licensure within 90 days of hire. 
• Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state Board of Pharmacy. 
• BLS is required within one week of hire.
• Immunization Certificate required at time of hire.

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Note: Not all in the profile may operate owned vehicles. Driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health’s insurer will need to be meet for those who operate Essentia owned vehicles.