Pharmacist 2026-01990

State of Wyoming; Lander (WY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust Health Coverage

Generous Paid Leave

Secure Retirement (state pension)

Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Tuition Reimbursement

Education Support

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

State of Wyoming is seeking a Staff Pharmacist at the Wyoming Life Resource Center, an inpatient setting where you will oversee medications, provide clinical guidance, and mentor students. You will work with providers to optimize resident care and ensure safety.

You will supervise technicians, participate in program development, and contribute to state pharmacy services. A stable, benefits-rich environment supports professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy required.
• Pharmacist licensure in Wyoming or eligibility.
• 1–3 years progressive pharmacy experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, dispense, and compound medications following policy and regulatory guidelines.
• Validate prescriber orders for accuracy, dose, route, frequency, duration, indication, and potential contraindications; monitor interactions.
• Review patient medication profiles, consult with medical/nursing staff, and maximize therapy while ensuring cost-effective regimens.
• Supervise and check all duties of the Pharmacy Technician.
• Support Department of Health’s Office of Pharmacy Services and chair relevant committees (Pharmacy & Therapeutics, Behavior Medication Review, Infection Control).
• Provide education to state agencies and public/private groups on pharmacy issues.

Skills

Pharmacy knowledge

Clinical consultation

Team mentorship

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Step into a vital role at the Wyoming Life Resource Center, 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.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck; it offers a lifestyle built on service and stability. Our total compensation package is designed to support your life both inside and outside the clinic.

Unmatched Flexibility & Stability

• True Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible scheduling options.

Comprehensive Benefits

• Robust Health Coverage: Low-deductible health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous Paid Leave: Accrued vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and paid state holidays.
• Secure Retirement: A state pension plan plus 457(b) options to build a worry-free future.
• Student Loan Support: As a state employee, you may qualify for Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Tuition Reimbursement: We also offer a tuition reimbursement program to help with school debt.
• Education Support: Encouragement for professional growth, including time off and expense coverage to attend professional conferences, continuing education (CE) events, and certificate programs, as well as coverage for CE expenses.

Impactful Service

• Direct Community Impact: Your expertise and service to our residents in both the Intermediate Care and Skilled Nursing areas of campus directly improve lives.
• Professional Growth: Join a stable environment that prioritizes skills-based development and modern performance management.
• Clinical Resources: Gain full access to professional pharmacy references and resources.
• Career Development: We provide time off and expense coverage to attend professional conferences, CE events, and certificate programs.

See Your True Value

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Human Resource Contact: Tammy Keysaw / [e-mail] / 307-335-6784

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.

• 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 maximizing therapy for each resident for optimal effectiveness with the fewest adverse effects while formulating cost-effective medication regimens.
• 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.
• Supervise and check all duties of the Pharmacy Technician.
• Support program development and the work of the Department of Health’s Office of Pharmacy Services to ensure the best use of resources.
• Serve as Chairman of the Pharmacy & Therapeutics Committee, the Behavior Medication Review Committee, and a member of the Infection Control Committee.
• 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.
• Other duties as assigned.

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

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

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.