Avera Health

Pharmacist

Avera Health • $100K — $120K *
Le Mars, IA 51031In-Person
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Doctor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy required.
  • Valid pharmacist licensure in Iowa.
  • Minimum one year of pharmacy experience needed.
  • Mandatory Reporter training is a plus, certification required within six months.
  • Strong knowledge of drug therapy and pharmacy regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and dispense medications as part of pharmacy services.
  • Conduct data collection and adverse drug reaction reporting.
  • Interpret and monitor medication orders for contraindications and interactions.
  • Analyze medication therapy and coordinate care with other clinicians.
  • Provide timely medication information to healthcare providers.
  • Counsel patients on proper medication usage and effects.
  • Mentor pharmacy students and technicians for professional development.
  • Oversee workflow with team members to ensure efficiency.

Benefits

  • Student Debt Program support.
  • IPERS Retirement plan.
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) offered.
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance provided.
  • Life Insurance included.
  • Access to a Fitness Center.
  • Paid Time Off for work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Location:
Le Mars, IA

Worker Type:
Regular

Work Shift:
Day/Evening/Weekend/Holiday Shift (United States of America)

Pharmacist Responsibilities:
  • Performs and evaluates functions related to pharmacy services such as preparing and dispensing medications.
  • Responsible for data collection, adverse drug reaction reporting, drug utilization evaluation, quality assurance audits, and inventory control to ensure safe medication management.
  • Interprets, processes, and monitors medication orders issued by providers for contraindications, interactions, allergies, and appropriateness to provide safe, quality care.
  • Monitors medication therapy including routine analysis of patient's medication therapy, medical problems, laboratory data, and special procedures, as well as correlating these analyses with other clinicians responsible for the patient's care to provide a continuum of safe and quality care.
  • Provides medication information requested by providers and other healthcare individuals in a timely manner.
  • Counsels patients on the proper usage, desired effects and potential adverse effects of medication ensuring patient satisfaction and understanding of medications.
  • Mentors students, interns, technicians, and others with developing career plans or professional development. This enables staff to strive for excellence and growth to provide the patient with optimal medication care plans.
  • Coordinates and oversees work flow with other team members, including other pharmacists, residents, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy students to ensure a productive and efficient environment.
  • Maintains a working knowledge in accordance with professional standards, regulatory and licensing agency policies, federal and state laws related to the practice of pharmacy, and organization policies and procedures to ensure compliance with all regulatory agencies for safe medication delivery.
  • Recognizes and communicates issues/occurrences utilizing established lines of authority and assists in identifying ways to resolve variances or unacceptable outcomes.


Pharmacist Requirements:
  • Doctor of Pharmacy or Bachelor of Science Degree in Pharmacy.
  • Pharmacist licensure in the state of Iowa.
  • One year of experience.
  • Mandatory Reporter training certificate a plus; certification is required within six months of employment.

We are proud to offer:
  • Student Debt Program
  • IPERS Retirement
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Fitness Center
  • Paid Time Off
  • Competitive pay based on experience

About Avera Health

Avera Health is a regional health system based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. It provides healthcare services to communities in South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, and Nebraska. Avera Health operates 33 hospitals, 208 primary care clinics, and 40 senior care facilities. The health system employs over 19,000 people and serves over 1 million people. Avera Health is committed to providing high-quality, affordable healthcare to its patients.
Learn more about Avera Health
Size
19,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1993
* Ladders Estimates

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