Retail Staff Pharmacist in Shenandoah, IA

A growing hospital team seeks an experienced Retail/Outpatient Pharmacist to join and lead the launch of a new Chronic Illness & Pain Management Pharmacy on-site. This role offers a unique chance to shape a specialized pharmacy service within a collaborative clinical environment dedicated to improving patient care in a rural community.

Location: Red Oak, Iowa (approximately 1 hour from Omaha, NE)
Shift: Day Shift | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Job type: Contract to Hire

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the development and successful launch of the Chronic Care/Pain Management Pharmacy
• Provide expert outpatient and retail pharmacy services to patients
• Collaborate closely with healthcare providers and care teams to optimize medication therapies
• Deliver thorough patient counseling focusing on chronic disease management
• Ensure strict compliance with all regulatory, safety, and quality standards
• Identify and implement opportunities for workflow improvements and operational efficiency

Qualifications/Desired Experience:

• Active Pharmacist license or eligibility for licensure
• Experience in retail and/or outpatient pharmacy practices
• Ambulatory care experience highly preferred
• Board Certification in Ambulatory Care Pharmacy (BCACP) is a strong plus
• Strong clinical knowledge in chronic illness and pain management is advantageous
• Comfortable working in a rural or small-town environment
• Local candidates preferred; willing to relocate for long-term career growth

Technology Familiarity:

• Cerner electronic health record system
• ScriptPro dispensing technology

This position offers the opportunity to influence patient outcomes directly while building a specialized pharmacy service from the ground up. Candidates seeking to contribute to a dynamic and growing healthcare organization in a meaningful way are encouraged to apply.

Take the next step toward advancing your pharmacy career in a supportive, community-focused environment—apply today!