Pharmacist 2026-01473

State of Wyoming; Evanston (WY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No Weekends or Holidays

True Work-Life Balance

Robust Health Coverage

Generous Paid Leave

Secure Retirement

Student Loan Support

Tuition Reimbursement

Education Support

Job summary

The State of Wyoming is seeking a Staff Pharmacist at the Wyoming State Hospital to oversee medication practices and mentor pharmacy students. This vital role involves compounding, dispensing medications, and collaborating with healthcare providers.

Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy, exhibit strong pharmacology knowledge, and have 1-3 years of experience. Enjoy benefits like no weekends, health coverage, generous leave, and tuition support.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of progressive work experience in pharmacy.
• Licensure as a Pharmacist in Wyoming is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, dispense, and compound medications.
• Validate and verify prescriber orders.
• Provide clinical consultation and mentorship.

Skills

Pharmacy principles

Pharmacology knowledge

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Pharmacy

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Step into a vital role at the Wyoming State Hospital, where your expertise in behavioral health pharmacy directly transforms lives. As a Staff Pharmacist, you are more than a dispenser; you are a key clinical consultant and mentor in a specialized inpatient setting. You’ll oversee the safe compounding and dispensing of medications while collaborating directly with providers to optimize patient outcomes. From supervising pharmacy technicians to mentoring the next generation of pharmacy students, you will be the heartbeat of safe medication practices across our hospital.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepare, dispense, and compound medications in line with policy and regulatory guidelines.
• Validate and verify prescriber orders for accuracy, dose, route, frequency, duration, indication, and potential contraindications. Monitor for allergies, drug-drug/food/disease interactions, adverse reactions, and appropriate utilization.
• Review patient medication profiles, consult with medical/nursing staff, and provide guidance on optimizing therapy.
• Maintain required records for controlled substances and oversee inventory, purchasing, and quality control of medications.
• Serve as a resource to healthcare professionals, pharmacy students, and state programs, providing clinical expertise and consultation as needed.
• Support program development and the work of the Department of Health’s Office of Pharmacy Services to ensure the best use of resources.
• Participate in drug effectiveness reviews and evaluate clinical evidence to support safe, cost-effective prescribing.
• Provide information and education to state agencies, legislators, and public/private groups regarding pharmacy issues.
• Ensure all pharmaceutical care meets standards for safety, effectiveness, patient rights, and customer service.

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of principles, concepts, and practices of pharmacy.
• Knowledge of the basic premises of medical practice, pharmacology, and toxicology.
• Knowledge of Wyoming and federal laws that apply to the practice of pharmacy.
• Knowledge of computer systems (Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook).
• Knowledge of personnel policies and rules.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree (typically in Pharmacy).
• Experience: 1–3 years of progressive work experience (typically in pharmacy).
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Licensure or eligible for licensure as a Pharmacist in the State of Wyoming.

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc.
• Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

NOTES

• FLSA: Exempt

BENEFITS

• No Weekends or Holidays: Guaranteed time off, with a schedule that respects personal life.
• True Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible scheduling options.
• Housing: Potential for on‑site housing accommodations.
• Robust Health Coverage: Low-deductible health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous Paid Leave: Accrued vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and paid state holidays.
• Secure Retirement: State pension plan plus 457(b) options.
• Student Loan Support: Eligibility for Public Student Loan Forgiveness.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program to help with school debt.
• Education Support: Assistance with professional conferences, continuing education events, and certificate programs.

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.