Pharmacist - Casual

Northfield Hospital & Clinics; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 181,093,785 - 255,679,804; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan

457(b) Retirement Plans

Loan Forgiveness Eligibility - PSLF +

Continuing Education

Free On-Site Parking

Job summary

Northfield Hospital + Clinics is seeking a licensed pharmacist to dispense medications for parenteral and enteral use and monitor patient therapies. You will supervise technicians and assume director duties when needed, while continuing to provide direct patient care.

Responsibilities include preparing medications, responding to emergencies, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Strong communication in English is required, with a commitment to safety and quality care.

Qualifications

• B.S. or Pharm.D. from ACPE-accredited school.
• Minnesota Board of Pharmacy licensure.
• English proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing.
• CPI Foundations Course certification or obtain within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor patient electronic medication profiles according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Prepare and dispense medications per physician request according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Ensure safe, appropriate and cost-effective medication therapies according to established policies, and protocols.
• Supervise pharmacy technicians and support staff.
• Respond to emergency situations and manage dispensing/inventory records in compliance with regulations.
• Promote antimicrobial stewardship by reviewing prescribing, adjusting doses, and converting parenteral to oral when appropriate.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

B.S. or Pharm.D. from ACPE school of pharmacy

Minnesota pharmacist licensure

Job description

Summary

Responsible for dispensing medications for parenteral and enteral use, monitoring patient drug therapies, responding to emergency situations and providing accurate drug information to patients and health care providers. Supervising pharmacy technicians. In the absence of a pharmacy director, assume the essential responsibilities and perform the duties of the pharmacy director as needed. This position does provide direct patient care.

Compensation

We are committed to providing compensation information for all open positions. The wage range for this position is $63.20-$89.23 per hour. Compensation is determined based on experience, education, and internal equity considerations. This reflects the base pay for the role.

Key Accountabilities

• Maintain and monitor patient electronic medication profile according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Prepare and dispense medications per physician request according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Ensure safe, appropriate and cost-effective medication therapies according to established policies, and protocols.
• Contribute to the quality and effective operation of the pharmacy department.
• Maintain competence required for pharmacist.
• Respond to emergency situations and prepare medications for administration per physician order. Accurately maintains dispensing and inventory records complying with state and federal regulations.
• Handle hazardous pharmaceuticals in accordance with hospital protocol, including properly disposing of hazardous wastes, ensuring hazardous waste disposal containers are closed, and recognizing any hazardous waste spills or emergencies and contacting the hospital\'s hazardous waste coordinator accordingly.
• Fulfill employee prescription processing according to established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Promote appropriate antimicrobial stewardship practices through daily review of:
• Review antimicrobial prescribing for appropriate med, dose, route, duration, and indication.
• Adjust doses in cases of organ dysfunction.
• Optimize doses in cases of organisms with reduced susceptibility.
• Convert parenteral doses to oral when appropriate according to NH+C\'s "Automatic Conversion of IV to Oral Medications" policy / procedure.
• Identify duplicative therapy.
• Recommend / implement de-escalation of therapy.
• Monitor adverse events associated with antimicrobials

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• B.S. or Pharm.D. from an ACPE school of pharmacy
• Registered as a licensed pharmacist with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English proficiently to ensure safe and effective communication in a healthcare environment
• Crisis Prevention Institute Foundations Course Certification or obtain within six months of hire

Preferred Qualifications

• One or more years of experience as a hospital pharmacist
• Experience responding to emergency situations
• Ability to provide drug information using departmental resources or reputable internet sites in a clear and concise manner
• Pharmacokinetic monitoring skills
• Proficient preparation of compounded sterile preparations including IV chemotherapy according to established policies, procedures and protocols.
• Good organizational skills

Schedule

• Varying Days/Shifts; 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. and 9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
• Weekend opportunities are available but not required and may be worked based on employee preference

Benefits

• Earned Safe and Sick Time (ESST) accrued on first paycheck
• Pension Plan (PERA) with 7.5% employer match
• Optional 457(b) Retirement Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Eligibility - PSLF + MN state programs for qualifying roles
• Employer-Provided Certifications + Continuing Education
• Additional perks: Free On-Site Parking, Qualified Bilingual Staff Program, Employee Assistance Program, and discounts on cafeteria, scrubs, and OTC pharmacy items

About Us

Northfield Hospital + Clinics is a trusted, independent healthcare system with more than 800 employees. We\'re recognized for our collaborative work environment and strong commitment to high-quality patient care and community impact. We\'re proud to be named to Becker\'s 2025 list of "100 Great Community Hospitals." Our services span the full spectrum of hospital and clinical care, with our main hospital located in Northfield, MN, and primary and specialty clinics in Northfield, Lakeville, Farmington, Faribault, and Kenyon-along with Urgent Care locations in Northfield, Lakeville, and Farmington. We offer care across 48 specialties and serve patients at 22 locations throughout the south metro and southern Minnesota.

Whether you\'re just starting your career or bringing years of experience, you\'ll find meaningful opportunities, supportive teams, and a chance to make a real difference here.

This posting is not a complete list of duties or responsibilities. Job functions, schedules, and terms of employment may change in accordance with applicable laws, policies, and agreements.