Essentia Health

Pharmacist - Specialty Pharmacy

Essentia Health$133K — $170K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1-2 years experience as a pharmacist, with specialty drug experience preferred.
  • Pharm.D. or B.S. Pharmacy from an accredited pharmacy school; residency preferred.
  • Board Certification in Oncology, Ambulatory Care, or Pharmacotherapy is preferred.
  • Licensed as a Registered Pharmacist in Minnesota or Wisconsin; may require additional state licenses.
  • Must obtain Certified Specialty Pharmacist (CSP) credential within 9 months if not already certified.

Responsibilities

  • Provide pharmaceutical care in a team-based care model.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with healthcare team members and patients.
  • Support daily pharmacy department functions, including training staff and students.
  • Supervise pharmacy technicians and interns, ensuring adherence to policies.
  • Resolve customer service issues and manage billing and record keeping.
  • Assist in process improvement initiatives for medication safety and utilization.
  • Perform monthly audits and other tasks as assigned by the Specialty Pharmacy Manager.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a collaborative, integrated care environment.
  • Potential for remote or hybrid work arrangements.
  • Comprehensive training for new staff and students included.
  • No holiday or call obligations, promoting work-life balance.
Full Job Description
Building Location:
Essentia Health Superior Belknap Pharmacy

Department:


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.

This position is posted as a full-time (1.0 FTE) role; however, consideration may be given to qualified candidates seeking a part-time schedule.

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
  • Licensed as a Registered Pharmacist by the Minnesota or Wisconsin Board of Pharmacy. May be required to obtain additional state license(s) as needed based on service area and state requirements (e.g. North Dakota, etc.)
  • Certified Specialty Pharmacist (CSP) credential through NASP. If not already certified as a CSP, must obtain the credential within 9 months from completing 3000 hours of Specialty Pharmacy practice within 4 years


If not licensed as a Registered Pharmacist upon hire, the candidate must have a Pharmacy Intern License and/or is eligible to work as an intern and must become a Registered Pharmacist within 90 days of hire:
  • Minnesota: Must be licensed as a Pharmacy Intern through the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy
  • Wisconsin: In the final months of a Pharmacy program. No registration required
  • North Dakota: Must be registered as a Pharmacy Intern through the North Dakota Board of Pharmacy
  • Ongoing continuing education and license renewal as required by the state's Board of Pharmacy


FTE:
1

Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:

Shift Rotation:
Day Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start Time:

Shift End Time:

Weekends:

Holidays:
No

Call Obligation:
No

Union:

Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range:
$133,120.00 - $170,289.60

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 (218) 576-0000.

About Essentia Health

Essentia Health is an integrated health system serving patients in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, and Idaho. It is guided by the values of quality, hospitality, respect, justice, stewardship, and teamwork. Essentia Health provides a wide range of medical services, including primary care, specialty care, hospital care, and long-term care. It also operates pharmacies, fitness centers, and other health-related businesses. Essentia Health has over 14,000 employees, including more than 1,800 physicians and advanced practitioners.
Learn more about Essentia Health
Size
14,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$100 million
Founded
2004
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$5 billion

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