Specialty Pharmacy Staff Pharmacist

Essentia Health; Superior (WI); Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Essentia Health’s Specialty Pharmacy team in Superior, WI seeks a Pharmacist to provide specialized pharmaceutical care and distribution within an integrated care model.

The role emphasizes collaboration with nurses, providers, and the care team to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a practicing pharmacist; experience with dispensing and monitoring of specialty drugs highly preferred.
• Pharm.D. or B.S. Pharmacy from an ACPE-accredited college; residency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide pharmaceutical care and drug distribution services in a team-based model.
• Train new staff and pharmacy students; supervise technicians and interns.
• Support daily department activities: billing, records, audits, and process improvements.

Skills

Specialty pharmacy experience

Education

Pharm.D. or B.S. Pharmacy

Tools

NASP CSP credential

Job description

Building Location

Essentia Health Superior Belknap Pharmacy

Department

2032470 SPECIALTY PHARMACY - DC

Job Description

The Pharmacist - Specialty Pharmacist will practice in an integrated, team-based care model providing pharmaceutical care and drug distribution services in accordance with policies, practice standards, and regulatory requirements. The pharmacist will develop and maintain positive relationships with nurses, providers, patients, and other members of the care team to achieve desired outcomes and excellent patient care. The position will support all aspects of the daily pharmacy department activities, including training of new staff and pharmacy students, supervision of the pharmacy technicians and interns, resolution of customer service issues, billing, record keeping, monthly audits, and other functions necessary for optimal specialty pharmacy performance. The specialty pharmacist will assist in process improvement initiatives, optimizing medication utilization, improving medication safety, and other duties as assigned by the Specialty Pharmacy Manager.

Education Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a practicing pharmacist; Experience with the dispensing and monitoring of specialty drugs highly preferred.

Educational Requirements

• Pharm.D. or B.S. Pharmacy from a college of pharmacy accredited by the American Council on Pharmaceutical Education; Successful completion of a residency program preferred.

Preferred Requirements

• Board Certification in Oncology (BCOP), Ambulatory Care (BCACP), or Pharmacotherapy (BCPS)

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

Certification/Licensure Requirement

• Certified Specialty Pharmacist (CSP) credential through NASP

• If not currently certified as a CSP, following completion of 3000 hours of Specialty Pharmacy practice, the certification must be obtained within 9 months of practice hour completion and within 4 years of hire date

Licensure

Minnesota and Wisconsin Locations

• Licensed as a Registered Pharmacist by Minnesota, Wisconsin or North Dakota Board of Pharmacy at the time of hire
• Licensed as a Registered Pharmacist in Minnesota and Wisconsin within 90 days of hire

North Dakota Locations

• Licensed as a Registered Pharmacist by Minnesota, Wisconsin or North Dakota Board of Pharmacy at the time of hire
• Licensed as a registered pharmacist in North Dakota, Minnesota and Wisconsin within 90 days of hire

FTE

0.9

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option

Hybrid

Shift Rotation

Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time

Shift End Time

Weekends

Holidays

No

Call Obligation

No

Compensation Range

$73.60 - $84.64

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health

At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].

It is our policy to afford EEO to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, military service or veteran status, culture, socio-economic status, status with regard to public assistance, and other factors not related to qualifications, including employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other category as defined by law.