Staff Pharmacist - Anoka, MN

A Pharmacist opportunity is available for an 8-week contract in the Fridley/Minneapolis area, requiring immediate availability. This role demands flexibility to work varied shifts including 9:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m., 10:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m., or 11:00 a.m.–8:30 p.m., with rotating weekend coverage on Saturdays and Sundays.

Responsibilities:

• Accept and dispense prescription medications accurately.
• Monitor patient medication compliance and detect over-usage patterns.
• Ensure medication supply complies with legal regulations.
• Verify the suitability of prescribed medicines for patients.
• Maintain confidential and accurate patient records and pharmacy files.
• Advise patients on medication usage, potential reactions, and address their inquiries.
• Provide consultations on prescription and non-prescription medications, including storage, dosage, side effects, and drug interactions.
• Deliver patient services such as smoking cessation support, blood pressure measurement, and cholesterol management.
• Educate patients on the correct use of medical devices like blood pressure monitors and glucose meters.
• Compound medications for internal and external use, including preparation of sterile solutions following established protocols.
• Supervise pharmacy staff including technicians and clerks.
• Manage pharmaceutical and medical supply inventories.
• Identify drug-related problems and communicate effectively with physicians and healthcare practitioners.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members including physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and interns.

Qualifications:

• Valid Minnesota Pharmacy License (in-hand) is required.
• Experience as a retail pharmacist is welcome; training will be provided if needed.
• Ability to work flexible shifts including weekends.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.

This position offers the chance to contribute to patient care in a dynamic environment on a contract basis. If you hold a Minnesota license and are ready to take on this flexible pharmacist role, apply today to advance your pharmacy career.

Compensation for this position ranges from $45.00 to $60.00. 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.