Staff Pharmacist

company1461; Mendota Heights (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing bonus

Job summary

Sterling Specialty Pharmacy, part of Astrup Companies in Mendota Heights, MN, seeks a dedicated Staff Pharmacist to ensure accurate dispensing and pharmaceutical care in a closed-door setting. The role emphasizes regulatory compliance, documentation, and teamwork within a growing specialty/mailer operation.

Join a long‑standing family‑owned business with health benefits, a 401(k) match, and profit‑sharing opportunities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Pharmacy (B.S. or PharmD) and active license.
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint).
• Preference for experience with specialty medications and mail-order operations.

Responsibilities

• Process, verify, and dispense prescriptions in a fast-paced, closed-door setting.
• Provide drug information and ensure regulatory compliance (HIPAA, state/federal rules).
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation.
• Oversee dispensing workflow and quality assurance activities.
• Assist with training and supervision of pharmacy personnel.
• Support management with special projects and process improvements.
• Handle calls and correspondence related to prescriptions and orders.
• Maintain security of medications and controlled substances.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Team collaboration

HIPAA knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science or PharmD

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Sterling Specialty Pharmacy is a closed-door Specialty and Mail order pharmacy. As our business continues to grow, we are excited to expand our team! Sterling Specialty Pharmacy is part of Astrup Companies, an innovative, growing, family-owned business located in Mendota Heights, MN. We have a rich, 70+ year history, with companies servicing every aspect of the pharmacy industry. As an employee of Sterling Specialty Pharmacy, you can expect to be treated with care and respect. We have a state-of-the-art facility that was built in 2017 and are looking to continue to grow our strong team as our business grows!

• Looking for a Full-time, 40 hours/week candidate!
• Hours of operation are 6:00AM - 10:30PM with day shifts starting at 6AM, 7AM, or 9AM and the evening shift starting at 12:30PM. Phones are on from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm, weekdays only. Phones are off on weekends.:
• Looking for a flexible candidate willing to work varying shifts within our hours of operation.
• This position will include every 4th weekend (Saturday & Sunday days) and two evening shifts during the week.
• We offer Full health benefits, a 401(k) program with a company match and a Profit Sharing bonus program!
• This is a closed-door pharmacy with no direct patient contact.
• We are a rapidly growing business with many opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

To learn more about Astrup Companies, go to this link: https://astrupcompanies.com/

Qualifications

Required Education/Training/Professional Experience:

• Bachelor of Science or Pharm D Degree in Pharmacy
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other graphics or presentation software

Preferred Education/Training/Professional Experience:

• Knowledge of Specialty Medications preferred
• Knowledge of home infusion, mail order pharmacy or general pharmacy operations is preferred

Position Summary:

The Specialty Pharmacy Pharmacist works according to legal and ethical guidelines to ensure the correct and safe supply of medical products to Specialty Pharmacy patients. They are also involved in maintaining and improving patient health by providing pharmaceutical care services including, but not limited to: oversight, monitoring, preparation, dispensing and proper documentation of patient medication therapy, as well as providing drug information, patient information, and oversight of information and dispensing systems. The Pharmacist also ensures compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations, as well as proper medication storage and documentation.

Licensure/Certification Requirements - Staff Pharmacist:

• Current, unrestricted, relevant state/s Pharmacist License

Core Competencies & Responsibilities - Staff Pharmacist:

• Perform professional duties and responsibilities associated with the processing of prescription orders
• Prepare, label and dispense medications for patients in accordance with physician prescriptions; ensure compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations pertaining to the dispensing of drugs and narcotics and the maintenance of required records
• Answer questions and provide information to pharmacy customers on drug interactions, side effects, dosage, administration and medication storage
• Maintain security of pharmacy, controlled substances, and disposal of medications
• Receive and review all prescriptions for accuracy and clinical appropriateness
• Review accuracy of prescription data entry, order filling, and shipping
• Identify and respond to medication issues associated with prescriptions being dispensed
• Perform utilization review for prescriptions
• Review labeling of all prescriptions dispensed for accuracy
• Review patient labs, height, and weight when needed for therapy
• Maintain pharmacy files for accuracy
• Knowledge of established procedures concerning quality assurance, security of controlled substances and disposal of medications
• Assist management with special projects as needed
• Assist with workflow management
• Comply with quality metrics, performance criteria, turnaround times and customer service metrics
• Identify and document clinical interventions, which include identifying potential cost savings through generic substitution, therapeutic interchange, pharmacy-economics, inappropriate utilization, dosing, or duration of therapy
• Complete and maintain all required documentation according to policy
• Maintain competency in area of practice by attending seminars, obtaining continuing education credits and successfully completing all clinically generated disease state overviews
• Participate in quality improvement activities
• Assist in training and supervision of pharmacy personnel
• Answer incoming calls, check voicemail and dictate verbal orders
• Participate in quality program initiatives and improvement activities
• Maintain a flexible schedule that may include on-call responsibilities, early morning, evening and weekend hours
• Work in a fast-paced production environment
• Proficient in determining priorities and pursuing the appropriate course of action
• Comply with all regulatory requirements, including HIPAA/HITECH
• Other responsibilities as assigned by Management

Performance Requirements - Staff Pharmacist:

• Possess a thorough knowledge of organizational policies, procedures, and systems
• Comply to all Astrup Companies policy and procedures
• Create a culture of positivity and excitement within the workplace
• Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with other team members. Care. Respect their time, work and talents.
• Be able to multitask
• Be focused and disciplined
• Possess excellent organizational skills, with attention to detail and accuracy
• Be self-motivated and able to work well on an independent basis
• Display strong customer service skills
• Innovate - Think outside-the-box. Bring original ideas to the team/organization
• Embrace our Guiding Principles.
• Use them to guide decision making.
• Go Beyond!

Physical Requirements & Work Demands - Staff Pharmacist:

• Frequent standing required for extended periods of time.
• Some bending and stooping required.
• Requires manual dexterity to operate keyboard, calculator, photocopy machine, and other lab or office equipment.

Working Environment - Staff Pharmacist:

• Normal call center office environment