Long Term Care Mail Order Staff Pharmacist in Andover, MN

This role offers an opportunity to apply your expertise in pharmacy within a specialized long-term care (LTC) and mail order environment. You will work varied shifts that include weekdays and weekends, ensuring consistent patient care over the 13-week contract duration.

Location: Andover, MN
Schedule:

• Variable weekday shifts: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM / 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM / 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM (rotating weekly)
• Weekend shifts (Saturday-Sunday): 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately accept and dispense prescription medications according to legal and safety standards.
• Monitor patient medication compliance, tracking over-usage and ensuring appropriate medication management.
• Verify that prescribed medications are suitable and counsel patients on medication use, possible side effects, and answer any questions.
• Maintain confidential patient records with precision and ensure proper management of pharmacy files.
• Provide consultations on prescription and over-the-counter medications including storage, dosage, side effects, and drug interactions.
• Deliver additional patient services such as smoking cessation support, blood pressure monitoring, and cholesterol management.
• Educate patients on correct usage and handling of medical devices like glucose meters and blood pressure monitors.
• Compound medications and prepare sterile solutions following strict protocols.
• Supervise pharmacy staff including technicians and clerks to maintain smooth pharmacy operations.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels of pharmaceutical and medical supplies.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals to identify and resolve medication-related issues.

Desired Experience and Qualifications:

• Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree required.
• Current Minnesota Pharmacy license.
• Experience in long-term care pharmacy is highly preferred.
• IV compounding experience is a plus but not mandatory.

This contract assignment is ideal for a pharmacist seeking to leverage their skills in a dynamic LTC/mail order setting with variable shifts. Candidates must be adaptable and able to thrive in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Apply now to contribute to quality patient care in a meaningful role supporting long-term and mail order pharmacy services.

Compensation for this position ranges from $55.00 to $62.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.